Do you have a loved one struggling with mental health? I have something for you.
This is where I write about everything that’s close to my heart: mental health and wellness, self-care, writing, authentic living, connection, art, and more! Below, you can click through the Categories to read pieces about topics of interest to you.
If you like reading, you might enjoy Virtual Book Club and my book, Bloodlines: A Memoir of Harm and Healing.
Join Timothy K. Hayes, Psy.D, and I as we discuss overcoming obstacles to be the best parent we can be, healing from generational trauma, and the importance of self-care when facing a child’s mental health diagnosis. Learn how personal growth can lead to a healthier, happier family.
Welcome to the Creativity Corner Where we learn about the powerful intersection of creativity and healing. Spotlight: Dr. Ebi Oginni Artist, Coach, Author & Speaker, bringing healing, contagious joy and persevering faith Ebi and I…
Quiet the relentless voice of self-doubt. Heal your inner critic, set compassionate boundaries, and reclaim your confidence. This workshop empowers you to forge a new relationship with shame and finally trust yourself.
May 7, 2024 12:00 PM Pacific Time RSVP Now My memoir is here… and so is Mental Health Month! May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time dedicated to breaking the stigma surrounding mental health…
A Conversation with Vandana It was such a privilege to spend an hour talking with Vandana Light Healing. Since I began my healing journey twenty-five years ago, so much new information about epigenetics and generational…
An extension of the 12-week introductory class, Emerge: Ongoing offers monthly meetups and supportive community environment for continuous personal growth and development. The sessions combine practical tools with creative exercises, to support you in making more conscious life choices and deepening your self-discovery journey.
Every quarter, I offer a FREE Art Hangout over Zoom to #ArtPosse subscribers. This is two hours of non-directed art time to commune, chat, and have fun. Subscribe and join the next one!
Join me quarterly on Zoom for Mixed Media Art Classes. Each class is three hours of creative fun and instruction, exploring a different topic or theme.
If you’ve already tried and love HeArt Journaling, join my ongoing, in-person Monthly HeArt Journaling sessions. Every month we explore a new topic, technique, or prompt to keep the creative juices flowing.
In this 6 module 12-week immersion, we use the tools of mindfulness, meditation, writing, and simple collage to explore the topics of values, self-care, gratitude, and compassion in a conscious way. Harness the power of creative reflection in community to connect with your authentic self!
Event date and time: Thursday, June 13 @ 5pm, PT The conversation around Mental Health & Healing In today’s fast-paced, post-pandemic world, mental health has emerged as a silent crisis, both close to home in…
This 6 week online class focuses on exploring creativity and self-expression through mixed media art. Reconnect with your inner creative goddess in a supportive community to cultivate self-care and personal growth!
Welcome to the Creativity Corner Where we learn about the powerful intersection of creativity and healing. Spotlight: Harriet Robinson Welcome to the first Creativity Corner of 2023, featuring Harriet Robinson. Harriet and I met ten…
Guest appearance alert! ICYMI: I was honored to join Robyn Tamanaha on her podcast Open Mind Night. Robyn is a marriage and family therapist (MFT) talking about important issues, all things related to mental health…
A few thoughts about boundaries in action. Two weeks ago, I had the great good fortune to be back among my Big Island sisters. Big Island writing retreats are the brain child of the indefatigable…
It’s that time again. Every year at back to school I repost the article I first wrote back in 2015 about the process of obtaining an IEP to help our daughter succeed at school. I…
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8 Tips to Beat Fear, Confusion & Overwhelm When a Loved One Struggles with Mental Health
About the Workbook
Discover tried-and-true tips to healing and empowerment, designed specifically for those navigating a loved one’s mental health journey.
This interactive PDF guide offers insights, reflection questions and real, actionable strategies to help you create stability and peace in this difficult space – finding the strength to support your loved one while also caring for yourself.
Remember, you are not alone on this journey!
