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Reclaiming Resilience: A Journey Towards Collective Care
Resilience is more than a buzzword—it’s the ongoing process of adapting, healing, and moving forward in the face of adversity. In this blog, Patlee Creary, PhD, explores how to reclaim resilience from unrealistic expectations and redefine it as a supported practice shaped by care, context, and community. Learn why resilience is not just an individual trait but a set of factors influenced by support systems, and discover how to embrace resilience on your own terms.

Patlee Creary
Aug 17, 20256 min read


Resilience & Identity: I Didn’t Know What My Name Meant—So I Built a Life That Would Give It Meaning
Founder Patlee Creary shares the story behind Reyou Mindfulness Collective—a journey through identity, burnout, resilience, and the return to self.

Patlee Creary
Jun 20, 20254 min read


"Quick, look busy!" The Mental Health Benefits of Rest, Idleness, and Mindful Downtime
Stefan Sagmeister’s TedTalk, The power of time off , blew my mind back in 2009. In the seventeen-and-a-half-minute talk, Sagmeister...

Patlee Creary
May 30, 20255 min read


How Mindful Self-Awareness Strengthens Relationships and Leadership
Self-awareness is not a trait you’re either born with or not—it’s a skill that can be developed. In our discussion, Tam and I emphasized the importance of intentional practice, not just passive learning.

Patlee Creary
May 15, 20254 min read


Repairing the Container: What Silent Meditation Retreats Reveal About Resilience
Spending time in silent meditation offers more than rest—it repairs the inner container that holds our resilience. In this reflection, Patlee Creary shares insights from a one-day retreat and explores how silence, stillness, and mindful presence help strengthen our capacity to carry life’s demands with greater clarity, compassion, and strength.

Patlee Creary
May 1, 20254 min read


Boundaries & Self-Awareness: Events and Tools to Help You Find Balance.
Discover how self-awareness and mindfulness help you balance your needs and relationships without guilt.

Patlee Creary
Mar 25, 20254 min read


Rebuilding from Microaggressions & Microtraumas: 4 Strategies for Healing and Inclusion
Learn how to recognize, repair, and speak up when microaggressions happen.

Patlee Creary
Dec 23, 20243 min read


Unconventional Burnout Recovery Strategies: How to Level Up with Mindfulness and Resilience
Burnout isn’t a personal failure—it’s a collective challenge. Recovery requires flexibility, resilience, and a shift in perspective.

Patlee Creary
Nov 28, 20244 min read


Walking into My Story: Reflections on a quote by Brené Brown
Get inspired by Christine's journaling reflections on a famous quote from Brené Brown.

Christine Hanlon
Mar 23, 20232 min read


5 Reasons to Practice Self-Compassion
Self-compassion is a challenging practice. Here are five reasons to keep building this mindfulness skill.

Patlee Creary
Feb 9, 20233 min read


Journaling for Well-Being: The Ultimate Tool for Clarity, Emotional Resilience, and Self-Discovery
Journaling is a powerful tool for clarity, resilience, and well-being. Learn how to use it mindfully to reduce stress and gain insight.

Patlee Creary
Jul 25, 20223 min read


A Conversation for Another Day.
Read Kristy's poem that describes what it feels like to liberate oneself from a difficult conversation.

Kristy Hourd
Jul 15, 20221 min read
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