Stressed? Overwhelmed? Tired? This time of year, the days get shorter and the temperatures drop. The build-up to Christmas can be challenging, even the nice parts. For some, gatherings and parties can be socially exhausting. Others may be feeling anxious about facing their first Christmas without a friend or loved one. Some may have demanding targets and deadlines at work that need to be met before the end of the year. Whatever the reason, it’s easy to put ourselves at the bo

How rest, breath and play help us reconnect with ourselves. Have you ever stopped to wonder when life became so serious? Many of us move from one task to the next, juggling responsibilities, meeting deadlines and caring for everyone around us. We become so focused on getting through the day that we barely notice what's quietly missing. Not happiness necessarily but lightness. The simple joy of laughing without a reason. The curiosity to try something new. The freedom to play,