For a lot of people, the holiday season is not just cozy lights and warm drinks. They are crowded schedules, money stress, complicated family dynamics, and old emotions that show up right on time. If you notice yourself feeling tense, snappy, numb, or on the verge of tears during this time of year, nothing is “wrong” with you. Your nervous system is responding to a very real pileup of demands. Keep reading for practical, research informed ways to build that resilience!

Mother's Day is a special day. Everyone has at least one mother, living or not, present or not, and likely many other mother-figures. This post goes through reflections on what the role of a mother can be and how we can embody that spirit for ourselves, no matter where we are at on our journey.