Why Simple Hands-On Activities Are Good For Our Mental Health
Simple hands-on activities like fixing a bike tire can support self-esteem, mindfulness, and connection. Learn how everyday tasks can improve mental well-being.
Let’s Go on a “Delight Safari”
(4 minute read) It’s that time of year when life in New York can feel pretty “meh.” We’re Vitamin D deprived. We go to work in the dark; we come home in the dark. When we peek out the window the color scheme is 90’s brown mixed with 2010’s gray. Our serotonin even put on…
How do you make anxiety disappear?
(6 min read) You may not like this answer but from my experience, …you don’t make anxiety disappear. You actually accept that it’s here. I know—it’s a bit underwhelming. And perhaps a bit infuriating if you’re looking for some instant relief. But read on to see what I mean. We cannot “get rid” of anxiety nor…
If we’re not busy, what are we?
(4 minute read) Several years ago I was checking out of my local bodega when the cashier asked the very human question, “How are you?” “I’ve been really busy lately,” I said quickly glancing at his eyes. Honestly I was not present enough to identify how I was feeling that evening, as was often the…
3 Ways to Practice Mindfulness in Nature
(5 minute read) What do you imagine when you hear the word, “mindfulness?” Truly, just pause and imagine “mindfulness.” What images do you see? Is it a person sitting criss-cross applesauce with their palms on their knees? Maybe it’s someone laying on their yoga mat with their eyes closed or someone taking deep breaths sitting…