The Curl Up

We’re days away from starting a new school year and for many families, the transition from summer break to stricter schooling routines can be challenging. While settling back into a healthy sleep schedule for your little one may not be top of mind as much as school supplies & carpool planning, good sleep is critical for success in school.

With the help of national nonprofit, Pajama Program, and their Good Night Advisory Council, experts in children’s sleep and bedtime, we’ve put together 3 sleep tips to help you navigate the transition from summer vacation back to school.

“Self-care means giving yourself permission to pause."

─ Cecilia Tran

“Deep in their roots, all flowers keep the light."

─ Theodore Roethke

“Within yourself is a stillness, a sanctuary to which you can retreat at any time and be yourself.” ─ Hermann Hess

“Celebrate endings―for they precede new beginnings.” ─ Jonathan Lockwood Huie

The New Year can be an ideal time to check-in and take inventory on how we’ve been living our lives thus far and if our actions have been aligned with how we want to live our lives going forward. Due to the pandemic and the numerous stressors that we’ve had to navigate through, it’s likely that many of us were not able to fulfill our goals for 2021 in the ways that we had hoped. If you’re feeling disappointed in your progress with your 2021 goals or simply wondering where the year went, know that you are not alone!

As many of us are still trying to process and catch up with the changes that have occurred within the last two years, we can still be intentional in making 2022 a fulfilling, meaningful year. I have shared some tips below that may be helpful as we welcome the New Year.

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"Acknowledging the good that you already have in your life is the foundation for all abundance." ― Eckhart Tolle

Curated by producer Johann Bermudez on the shores of the Mayan Riviera, where peaceful vibes and relaxed living are the daily mantras, the Dreamtime playlist is "a voyage to relax, soften, and let go of time. Be present, and feel the moment."

Our mental health is just as important as our physical health. Mental health is something that we all have (similar to physical health) and refers to our psychological wellbeing. It affects how we think, feel, and behave. Thus, it is essential to consistently and intentionally attend to our emotional wellbeing as it can impact nearly all areas of our lives. By prioritizing our mental health, not only can we more effectively cope with our current stressors, but also ensure our well-being in the long-term.

Included below are my 5 tips for being able to proactively take care of your mental health everyday.