All in all, the point of practicing gratitude is to shift our mindset so that we make the most of our days instead of trying to make the least of them, which is instinctual for many of us. Even if you find it difficult to get into a routine at first, completing this practice at all can still have immediate benefits as it helps you feel a little bit more grounded and hopeful.
Read MoreFriendships have a significant impact on our mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing, which is why it’s so important to prioritize these bonds just as much as other relationships in your life. However, getting to a point where you feel completely open and comfortable with a friend can be difficult! It requires time and effort in order to cultivate a fulfilling, long-lasting friendship and reap all the benefits that come with it.
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I learned so much about myself with the Bloom Journal. If you liked this Blog Post and want to learn more about how you can truly Bloom, you can find more in the Bloom Journal now available on Amazon.com. I hope that you all can take away from it as much as I did! :)
Remember: you’re not supposed to change any of your experiences, even if some of those feelings are uncomfortable. The point is just to observe what’s happening, and let it happen without judgment. When we criticize ourselves or try to force change to occur, this just results in more tension and frustration. However, when we are intentional with our silent walk, we can experience a greater degree of clarity and ease.
Read MoreExercising is hard. but it doesn’t have to be a daunting task. The many benefits of exercise are worth considering when trying to motivate yourself. I hope these tips help you to hack your endorphins!
Read MoreNo one can tell your story like you can. It’s okay if your creativity is quieter than others’. You don’t have to have awards, titles, or huge social media followings to prove your ideas are valuable - they already are. As wonderful as it feels to be recognized, remember that in the end, your “intracranial jewelry-making” is for you. What colors, textures, and patterns do you want to see? What would make the inside of your mind a more beautiful place to live?
Read MoreI am so thankful for this framework to help me process through my beliefs and thoughts! I didn’t sit in this for too long and continued on the things I love to do which right now include: going on long walks and reading. One of the first thoughts I had was: I am NOT showing up online anymore. But now I feel more equipped to share, like I am doing here! If you're like me and feeling a little scared to post and show up online, so am I. But I do want to share and hope that we can move past whatever may discourage us from doing so!
Read MoreHere at Bloom, we are always all about learning and growing! A big component of growth requires looking back and reflecting. We accomplish this by taking a moment to stop and review and reflect on those lessons we’ve learned or those hardships we have overcome or those small, little things that brought us random joy.
Read MoreDrawing from lessons she learned firsthand, Long worked alongside multiple psychologists and therapists to develop the Bloom Curriculum, an eight-week-long program that “empowers students to take the painful experiences of bullying and choose growth.” What differentiates Bloom from other anti-bullying initiatives is that it addresses the victim. While many programs focus on stopping the would-be perpetrator, Bloom aims to help middle and high school girls who have been bullied to cope and grow in a safe, positive, and healthy way.
Read MoreIf you’ve tried everything and still feel exhausted, release any self-judgment you’re carrying. It is not a failure if you are having a difficult time feeling rested. Do your best, and get help with the rest. The well-worn saying is that “you can’t pour from an empty cup.” But the cup doesn’t have to be entirely empty before we fill it up again. Instead of draining ourselves, we deserve to have restorative practices that keep us filled up.
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