Tips and Advice – Muted Mouthful

Compliments to Give Your Loved Ones When Reconnecting In Person

By Tiara W. on July 14, 2021 • ( 4 Comments )

“You give the best hugs” and 20+ different compliments to shower the lovely people in your life when reconnecting during the pandemic.

You’re an Absolute Boss: A Word of Career Advice For My Younger Self

By Tiara W. on December 18, 2020 • ( 10 Comments )

As a therapeutic exercise, I wrote a letter to my younger self, offering career advice and kindness on the long, professional road ahead that would await them. It was a reminder to myself to be compassionate about my choices and to keep my mind open to the possibilities we have yet to encounter.

Actually, I’m Not Sorry: Tips on Reframing for Over Apologizers

By Tiara W. on December 4, 2020 • ( 1 Comment )

An apology is usually reserved for some form of wrong-doing or disrespect, intentionally or unintentionally. If you’re not doing anything wrong, then there’s no need to apologize. If you’re like me, you know that’s much easier said than done. There are a lot of reasons you may be an over apologizer, but it doesn’t have to be a life-long identity.

Tips for Preparing a Mental Health Crisis Plan

By Tiara W. on October 14, 2020 • ( 2 Comments )

If you have ever experienced a crisis, which looks different for everyone, you may have experienced an overwhelming loss of control. The heaviness of everything weighing on you prevents you from being able to think, speak, feel, and act as you would if you were well. Your family and friends, who may or may not know your behaviors, also do not know how to act. It’s very isolating and scary. Developing a crisis plan is a tool to assist yourself and your loved ones with managing your care in the event of a crisis

Are You Ready For a New Job?

By Tiara W. on February 11, 2020

Sometimes we’re made to feel guilty about leaving a job despite giving it our best efforts. A lot of times you can pinpoint a reason to leave, sometimes you can’t. You might be in an ambiguous space where you could stay, but you don’t want to. It’s a tough life decision to make, being pulled in different directions does not help.

Tips For Surviving a Business Trip

By Tiara W. on January 21, 2020 • ( 1 Comment )

As an introvert, I don’t look forward to business trips. I used to think business trips were sexy adventures; your boss trusted you to meet with prominent partners, rub elbows, stay in four-star hotels, and eat at gourmet restaurants. I was mistaken. The introvert hangover that follows a trip can be intense. Each time I travel, I realize something new I need to do for myself and my state of mind. They’re often simple little common sense tricks, but when trying to make a mad dash to the airport and keep up with work, they’re easy to forget. Here are a few tips I use to survive my business trips.

23 Everyday Self Care Activities

By Tiara W. on March 14, 2018 • ( 3 Comments )

I thought I would make a list of tiny things I do/need in order to recharge that does not involve: forcing myself to “feel pretty”, getting a massage, going for a jog, or eating kale. For me, sometimes simple things can be neglected when I feel overwhelmed or not myself. Maybe if you are struggling with how to fulfill the concept of self-care in your life, this may help.