by Ellen Albertson | Oct 4, 2018 | Blog, Home, Practices
“Sometimes things become possible if we want them bad enough.” ― T.S. Eliot How are you viewing your existence? Do you see your glass as half full, half empty or completely full? The answer depends on how you feel about yourself and your life. If you feel stuck and... 
by Ellen Albertson | Jun 8, 2018 | Blog, Home, Journaling Exercise
The mind is its own place, and in itself can make a Heaven of Hell , a Hell of Heaven. John Milton It’s easy to believe that the people, places and things in our life determine whether we feel like we’re living in Heaven or Hell. The truth is how you... 
by Ellen Albertson | Jun 3, 2018 | Blog, Heart, Home, Mind, Practices, self-compassion
Full confession, I’m a positivity junkie. I place a high value on being happy, upbeat, and affirmative, but sometimes I’m sad. Divorce, health challenges, and the natural hormonal fluctuations that accompany menopause weigh me down. Some mornings sorrow... 
by Ellen Albertson | Mar 7, 2018 | Blog, Home, Journaling Exercise
Most people I know and coach want to be happier. Often there’s something blocking the happiness they seek. One of the biggest obstacles is a concept called the “hedonic treadmill.” It’s a term coined in positive psychology, which suggests that people have a happiness... 
by Ellen Albertson | Feb 9, 2018 | Blog, Heart, Home, self-compassion
Kindness, happiness and love are contagious. In fact, people are born with a built-in kindness, caregiving system that works partially by triggering the release of a powerful brain chemical called oxytocin, that’s generated through touch. When we caress, hug or kiss a...
Known as The Midlife Whisperer™ Dr. Ellen is a Psychologist, Registered Dietitian, Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach, Mindful Self-compassion Teacher, and author.
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