Courage in Action:
a blog of Empowered Life Counseling LLC
Blog posts and news about the therapy practice, including mental health education and resources; reflections about authentic living in times of stress and change; and business updates.
Feelings of Restlessness
Sometimes this time of year can lead to feelings of restlessness or feeling out of place as we consider our purpose. Poet Mary Oliver encourages us to do so while in nature, to get moving while being mindful of the life surrounding us. It doesn’t always feel like there’s much life out there in January, but try it out. See what’s out there in the quiet stillness of the woods. What birds do you hear calling to each other? What winter buds do you see on the branches? What do you smell on the cool breeze?
HOLIDAY GATHERINGS AND TRAVEL
The holidays may look a little different for all of us as we evaluate our plans for family gatherings, holiday travel and seasonal gatherings. We’ve heard warnings from public health experts for months that the colder months will bring more rapid spread of the virus and according to current numbers this is proving accurate. So how do we make safe decisions about family get-togethers? Let’s take some time to consider the factors that influence safety of gatherings, both inside and outside. While holiday travel is suggested to be limited, there are also many practical tips out there to reduce risk if you are traveling.
