by Megan Lara Negendank, MS | Anxiety, Mindfulness, Relationships, Self Care
We’re more than 8 months in to the coronavirus pandemic and it’s safe to say that many of our clients are experiencing burnout related to the changes we’ve experienced in 2020. We’ve battled mandatory quarantines, travel restrictions, changes...
by Megan Lara Negendank, MS | Chronic Illness, Mindfulness, Self Care, Trauma
Are you having trouble sleeping? Are racing thoughts keeping you up? Do you just want to tell your brain to shut up and give you a break already? You might be worried about something coming up on the horizon, thinking through different scenarios and hoping things turn...
by Megan Lara Negendank, MS | Chronic Illness, Mindfulness, Self Care, Trauma
Let’s talk about a 5-minute de-stress routine that anyone can easily add into their workday or stressful day at home. This is a simple breathing technique—which I love because when things are simple, it’s very easy to add them into our day and still notice some great...
by Megan Lara Negendank, MS | Chronic Illness, Counseling Tips, Mindfulness, My Journey, Self Care, Trauma
Sometimes we don’t have control over situations in our lives. Ok, maybe more than sometimes—more like all of the time. (This has been a lifelong struggle for me. I’m human. ) We can think through decisions, put in our best efforts, consider...
by Megan Lara Negendank, MS | Mindfulness, Relationships
I snapped this photo on a recent road trip along the Northern California coast. My husband and I had looked forward to this romantic getaway to celebrate 5 years of marriage for months–we love finding secluded destinations where we can reconnect with nature,...
by Megan Lara Negendank, MS | Mindfulness, Relationships
Allow yourself to be present with your loved ones and yourself. (Yes, even if it means putting down your cell phone or computer. Right now. Trust me, it’s worth it.) 🙂