
Self-Compassion: More Exercises
In the previous few blog entries we have discussed loving-kindness, softening self-judgement, and building a sense of common humanity. Now I would like to share

In the previous few blog entries we have discussed loving-kindness, softening self-judgement, and building a sense of common humanity. Now I would like to share

The next step in building self-compassion is connecting with common humanity. I discussed loving-kindness and softening self-judgement in previous blog entries and now it is

Another component of building self-compassion (see previous blog entry on loving-kindness) is to soften self-judgement. Take a moment and try to reflect on some of

We are often our harshest critics. Human brains are wired this way, to focus on what is wrong. It’s a survival technique. In order to

May is mental health awareness month. Did you know such a thing existed? I’ll say it again in case it didn’t get through the first

You cross the stage, ceremoniously receive a diploma, switch your tassel to the opposite side, and smile bright. As a parent, you both dread and

“I’m starting with the man in the mirror. I’m asking him to make a change.”- Michael Jackson Let’s talk about the man (erm, woman) in

Forgive and forget. Okay, so that’s two “F” words, but I have your attention now. Alexander Pope has been famously quoted as having said, “To err
“The mind is like an iceberg. It floats with one-seventh of its bulk above water.” – Sigmund Freud. Freud may have missed the mark on

“Where all are welcome and healing happens.” This is our Wellspring motto and one of the many reasons why I felt it was the place
Our goal is to tackle tough mental health issues head on and to be the go-to resource for people that are struggling with depression, anxiety, and more.
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