Fantasy and Dreams Don’t Die After Childhood: the Nature of Expressive Arts

by Sanctuary | Mar 1, 2018 | Expressive Arts, Parenting, Wellness & Mindfulness

When people ask me to explain how play therapy for children is supposed to be similar to talk therapy for adults, I find myself drawn to explain how intuition develops with age. Do you remember nostalgic days of recess playgrounds and backyard pretend? When kids are...

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...

Tips for Daily Tranquility: Meditating for Beginners

by Sanctuary | Feb 16, 2016 | Depression & Anxiety, Featured, Wellness & Mindfulness

One of the most important habits I have formed this New Year is the habit of meditation. The key to getting into this tranquil habit is to simply do it. So, I’m going to give you a list of how to simply promise yourself some moments of letting go of the stresses...

Love: Inside and Out

by Sanctuary | Dec 23, 2015 | Wellness & Mindfulness, Women

As the New Year approaches, so do resolutions. Please understand that it is definitely not something that is confined to the New Year. If you want to change you have every right to do so. If you need to find better habits, you have every right to do so. But please,...

Practicing Self-Compassion

by Sanctuary | Nov 2, 2015 | Depression & Anxiety, Grief & Trauma, Wellness & Mindfulness

Self-compassion is a positive self-view that involves relating to oneself with kindness and acceptance in times of difficulty. Rather than criticizing, you look at your situation with compassion. Practicing self-compassion doesn’t have to be hard, it’s just a matter...