The Reset Movement
Burnout, Work-Life Balance, Self-Care, Self-Awareness, Wellness, Wellness Wednesday Dr. Kimberly VanBuren, PhD, LMFT/LPC-S Burnout, Work-Life Balance, Self-Care, Self-Awareness, Wellness, Wellness Wednesday Dr. Kimberly VanBuren, PhD, LMFT/LPC-S

The Reset Movement

The heart of TRM lies in aligning six key areas of our lives: Mood, Health, Schedule, Relationships, Sleep, and Productivity. Picture a life where everything is in balance, where you feel energized, fulfilled, and in control.

Even more incredible is that TRM isn't just a course – it's a supportive community of people facing similar challenges. We all know that having someone to share our journey with and hold us accountable can make all the difference. Peer support is a cornerstone of TRM, and together, we'll motivate each other to make positive, lasting changes.

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Why we need to be Self-Aware
Self-Awareness, Self-Care, Wellness, Wellness Wednesday, Mental Health Awareness Dr. Kimberly VanBuren, PhD, LMFT/LPC-S Self-Awareness, Self-Care, Wellness, Wellness Wednesday, Mental Health Awareness Dr. Kimberly VanBuren, PhD, LMFT/LPC-S

Why we need to be Self-Aware

Self-awareness is the ability to identify how our thoughts and feelings influence our behaviors. To be self-aware, we must understand our emotions, behavior, and thinking patterns. What are thinking, behavior, and emotional patterns? I am glad you asked!

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Goodbye 2022!
Mindfulness, Wellness, Work-Life Balance, Wellness Wednesday Dr. Kimberly VanBuren, PhD, LMFT/LPC-S Mindfulness, Wellness, Work-Life Balance, Wellness Wednesday Dr. Kimberly VanBuren, PhD, LMFT/LPC-S

Goodbye 2022!

If you are like me, you have recently said, "I cannot believe it is December already?" at least once this week. Christmas is upon us, and then New Year will quickly follow. The days are passing faster and faster, and before you know it, we will be celebrating another milestone that should have taken longer than it did to arrive.

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The Positive Effects of Gratitude
Gratitude, Wellness, Wellness Wednesday Dr. Kimberly VanBuren, PhD, LMFT/LPC-S Gratitude, Wellness, Wellness Wednesday Dr. Kimberly VanBuren, PhD, LMFT/LPC-S

The Positive Effects of Gratitude

Gratitude is a subjective concept. We can argue a dozen different ways, with everyone having valid points. But practicing gratitude is a personal journey. Filled with varying methods of thinking and showing our gratitude. Creating gratitude goals and committing to the experience of appreciation helps us focus on the things we currently have in our lives instead of reaching for more items or something different. 

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Self-Care is no longer an option….it is mandatory!
Self-Care, Stress, Wellness, Work-Life Balance, Wellness Wednesday Dr. Kimberly VanBuren, PhD, LMFT/LPC-S Self-Care, Stress, Wellness, Work-Life Balance, Wellness Wednesday Dr. Kimberly VanBuren, PhD, LMFT/LPC-S

Self-Care is no longer an option….it is mandatory!

If you live on earth like me, you have noticed that many negative things happen everywhere we look. Everything from inequity in education to the opioid crisis to COVID to mass shootings… things can seem as though they are all bad.

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Sleep Is REALLY Our Best Friend
Self-Care, Wellness, Wellness Wednesday Dr. Kimberly VanBuren, PhD, LMFT/LPC-S Self-Care, Wellness, Wellness Wednesday Dr. Kimberly VanBuren, PhD, LMFT/LPC-S

Sleep Is REALLY Our Best Friend

Sleep has always been a critical ingredient to a healthy body. We know that our physical health can be significantly affected by lack of sleep. Our heart health, brain health, weight management, and immune systems are all connected to healthy sleeping habits. Less often discussed is how our mental health and productivity are also greatly influenced by the quality and quantity of our sleep.

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I Can’t Breathe
Breathing, Stress, Self-Care, Wellness Dr. Kimberly VanBuren, PhD, LMFT/LPC-S Breathing, Stress, Self-Care, Wellness Dr. Kimberly VanBuren, PhD, LMFT/LPC-S

I Can’t Breathe

Unless you have a medical condition, breathing is done mostly without effort. We do it every day, all day long, so of course, we know how… right? Wrong! I am here to tell you that our breathing techniques are inadequate. Of course, it is enough to keep us alive, but is our technique promoting the relaxing benefits that appropriate breathing can bring? Only you know.

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Too Busy
Wellness, Work-Life Balance, Time Management, Expectations Dr. Kimberly VanBuren, PhD, LMFT/LPC-S Wellness, Work-Life Balance, Time Management, Expectations Dr. Kimberly VanBuren, PhD, LMFT/LPC-S

Too Busy

“I am so busy,” “I just have so much to do,” “I don’t have enough time”; how many times have we all said that? It happens to me more often than I would like. In one week, there are 168 hours, and it often feels as though they pass within the blink of an eye. Where does the time go, and why can’t I seem complete the things I need to do?

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