Autumn Smith 6/6/25 Autumn Smith 6/6/25

The Science of Spirituality: How Connecting with Something Greater Protects Your Brain and Body

We often think of spirituality as something personal, emotional, or even abstract. But what if your spiritual life actually rewires your brain, strengthens your immune system, and protects your mental health?

That’s exactly what groundbreaking research by Dr. Lisa Miller, professor of Clinical Psychology at Columbia University and founder of the Spirituality Mind Body Institute, has revealed. Her studies show that spirituality isn’t just “nice to have”—it’s a powerful health practice that builds long-term resilience and well-being.

Autumn Smith 5/5/25 Autumn Smith 5/5/25

The Power of Being Held: Why High-Touch Support Changes Everything

You’re the one everyone leans on. You’re the caretaker, the strong one, the one who figures it out.

You’ve learned how to keep going, even when you're exhausted. You’ve done your own research. You’ve tried to fix your symptoms. You’ve pieced together plans from podcasts and posts.

But here’s the quiet truth: Even the strongest ones need to be held.

And healing — true healing — is so much easier when you’re not doing it alone.

Autumn Smith 10/28/24 Autumn Smith 10/28/24

Embracing the Spirit of Halloween for Deeper Healing

As Halloween approaches, the air becomes filled with excitement, creativity, and a touch of the mysterious. While many focus on costumes and candy, this time can also serve as an opportunity for reflection and personal growth.

Here’s how you can embrace the spirit of Halloween through a holistic perspective…

Autumn Smith 7/25/24 Autumn Smith 7/25/24

Journaling: An Essential Part of Healing

Sometimes we all need to be called out on our B.S. Anyone who is familiar with doing the work knows that we can't always see through our own stuff - especially when we just leave it in our mind to marinate!