Imperfections Are Not Inadequacies

by Sanctuary | Oct 26, 2018 | Friendships, Updates & Events, Women

“Imperfections are not inadequacies; they are reminders that we’re all in this together.” In the age of social media, there seem to be new standards of perfection. In ways that we could previously ‘fake it until we make it’, we are now expected to shine at all times....

How Are Your Values Reflected in New Year’s Resolutions

by Sanctuary | Dec 28, 2017 | Wellness & Mindfulness

Can you believe that 2017 is almost over?! It seems like ten minutes ago that we were doing this whole “ringing in the new year” thing, and now 2018 is just around the corner! You know what that means – we can start counting down the seconds until people start probing...

Eating Disorders: Thieves of Life & Happiness

by Sanctuary | Mar 5, 2016 | Depression & Anxiety, Wellness & Mindfulness, Women

What comes to mind when you think of an eating disorder? Do you think of Hollywood stars, models, success, and popularity? Or do you think of sadness, isolation, disgust, and guilt? If you or someone you love has suffered from an eating disorder, you likely know that...

Superheroes: Finding Your Own Super Powers

by Sanctuary | Oct 27, 2015 | Depression & Anxiety, Wellness & Mindfulness

Superheroes… Many of us remember the feeling of believing we were the world’s greatest superhero. When we were kids, we would tie sheets around our shoulders and pretend to fly. We were saving Ken and Barbie from an incoming tornado or showing up just in time to save...

Can you accept a compliment?

by Sanctuary | Apr 14, 2014 | Women

It has been my observation (and the observation of others… multiple others) that many women can’t. I see it all the time, especially in my work with teenage girls. Tell any given 16 year-old girl that her hair looks nice or she played a great game of softball or that...