Shannon Strull, MFT

Mindfulness is the ability to stay in the present moment, regardless of how uncomfortable it may feel. It takes practice and persistence. But tryjust try. See ...if you can achieve true mindfulness for five minutes today, whether it's while you're organizing your pantry or actually sitting in silence. Notice how you feel. Breathe. And try again tomorrow. See more

In certain areas of life there is such a thing as being too competent. When we get too good at something, we find ourselves lulled into autopilot mode, reinfo...rcing not just rigid behavior but also disengagement, lack of growth, and boredomin short, we fail to thrive. Instead, we need to keep pushing the boundaries, widening the circle outside our comfort zone despite the discomfort it causes.

When "let it go" isn't entirely possible, "hold it lightly" is a close second. This means not taking yourself or your experiences too seriously. It means lookin...g at your situation from a distance to try and take in the bigger picture. When you manage to step out and gain perspective, possibilities abound. See more

Ready for Christmas in my office.

Very good advice.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy

Let them be scared.

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If you have issues with sleep, you won't want to miss this video. Our Sleep Medicine Physician gives his top tips, and answer your questions, on how to get to sleep and stay asleep, despite the stressors we're currently facing.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rCp1l16GCXI&t=10s Very good video about our struggle with emotions.

A good perspective on receiving.

So powerful and worth sharing again.

I agree with the tips.

Noticing thoughts instead of fusing with them.

During this time of uncertainty, it is important to remember: our brains crave order, so set up your daily/weekly routine in a way that gives some order to your days. #toolsforlivingincrisis #solutions #dailyroutine #selfcare #covid19

Thought this was worth sharing.