Wellness Coaching Archives

Understanding Imposter Syndrome: What It Is and How to Overcome It at Work and in Life

November 1, 2023 / By Allison Task

A woman exhibiting Imposter Syndrome with her arms crossed.

Have you ever found yourself sitting in a workplace meeting, and you’re struck by the thought, “Oh my goodness, what am I doing here?” Been told congratulations on a big project and thought, “Soon enough they’ll re-look at it and see that it’s terrible!” Or maybe in your personal relationships, you encounter conflict and think …

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Understanding Generational Trauma: Breaking the Cycle and Healing

October 4, 2023 / By Allison Task

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If I asked you to paint a picture in your head of a person impacted by trauma, what do you see? You’re probably picturing someone who has experienced a traumatic event firsthand, such as abuse or neglect, or even experiences like war and poverty. When we think about trauma, we think about the direct link …

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Recognizing the Signs of Mental Exhaustion: How to Take Care of Yourself Before It’s Too Late

July 12, 2023 / By Allison Task

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Have you ever found yourself growing increasingly emotionally exhausted or burnt out? Feeling like everyday anxiety is building into something closer to exhaustion or chronic stress? If you relate to the above, you’re not alone. In the same way our muscles can grow fatigued after strenuous overuse, our minds too can also reach a point …

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Understanding the Difference Between Stress and Anxiety

November 2, 2022 / By Allison Task

You have undoubtedly heard the terms stress and anxiety. To most people, they appear to be two sides of a coin, but there is a lot more to these terms. In order to best improve your stress and/or anxiety, it’s important to understand the differences between the two. Stress can be defined as any demand …

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What Is Overstimulation Anxiety & How to Deal With It

November 2, 2022 / By Allison Task

Have you felt overwhelmed and overstimulated by sensory information? Could it be that you find it difficult to concentrate on a single task due to various tasks competing for your undivided attention? If so, you could be suffering from overstimulation anxiety. Overstimulation anxiety is a condition that is becoming more prevalent in today’s society. Our …

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Focusing on the Positive – Kick Negativity to the Curb

March 9, 2022 / By Allison Task

Recently we’ve talked about getting motivated in the morning, making 2022 your year, and the need to rest and repair. Now, let’s go over focusing on the positive and kicking negativity to the curb. If you’re subscribed to my newsletter you’re aware that I had spinal surgery just before Thanksgiving and I want to share …

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What Doesn’t Kill You Makes You Stronger: Resilience Roundup

November 13, 2019 / By Allison Task

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I remember sitting with my stepdaughter over breakfast when she was about 8. She told me that she was frustrated about her parent’s divorce, that she was now different from her friends and had to schlep her stuff back and forth between two residences. I am sure that she was frustrated about a lot more …

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The Mindset Shift That Will Help You Find Awe

July 19, 2017 / By Allison Task

a woman jumping in the air in front of a white wall.

Have you ever had a really rough moment with your child, and then someone else—maybe an older person—will tell you how absolutely delightful your child is? And then you respond with something like, “Yeah, you may think so but…” Or maybe you’ve had a friend admire your house, and you can’t help but show them …

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Put More Hours in Your Day

May 24, 2017 / By Allison Task

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As you know, we all have the same 24 hours. And yet, at some point everyone wishes they had more time, if only they could put more hours in the day. In fact, for 60% of my clients, time management is a primary goal. Recently, 3 of my clients have had great success with exactly that …

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