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The Five Ways You Can Improve Your Self-Talk
Positive affirmations are not some fluffy, new-age nonsense. They are a potent tool that can shape our mindset and transform our lives. Our thoughts can influence our emotions, behaviors, and ultimately our outcomes.
The Allure of Negativity: Why Our Brains Are Drawn to It
Negativity is an omnipresent force in our lives, permeating our thoughts, conversations, and media. It can be defined as the tendency to focus on and give more weight to negative experiences, emotions, or information than positive ones.
Is Therapy for me? A Breakdown of the Most Common Reasons
Therapy, in its essence, is a collaborative process between a trained therapist and an individual seeking support and guidance to address psychological or emotional distress. It provides a safe space to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences to achieve personal growth, healing, and improved well-being.
EMDR Therapy: A Profound Voyage into the Depths of Healing
Oh, how fascinating and confounding is the human mind! A labyrinth of thoughts, emotions, memories, and perceptions shapes our every action and decision. We are propelled by its mysteries, driven to understand its depths.
EMDR Therapy: What You Need to Know
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy is a psychotherapeutic approach that has gained considerable recognition for its effectiveness in treating trauma-related disorders.
Breathing in Tranquility: A Deep Dive into the Art of Mindful Breathing
In today's hyperactive, information-driven society, finding calm and inner peace can often feel like an elusive dream. Enter mindfulness breathing – a practice that has taken the world by storm with its promise to cultivate tranquility and bring us back to the present moment.
Therapist Burnout: Understanding and Overcoming
Being a therapist requires immense dedication, compassion, and empathy. However, it is a job that can take a toll on mental health professionals themselves. Therapist burnout is a phenomenon that affects many individuals in the field and has become increasingly prevalent in recent years.
Your Guide to Starting a Mindfulness Meditation Journey
Are you feeling stressed out, overwhelmed, or need a break from the constant hustle and bustle of life? It may be time to try mindfulness meditation. Mindfulness meditation is a practice that involves paying attention to the present moment without judgment.
Discovering Mindfulness: An Introduction
Mindfulness has gained immense popularity in recent years and for good reason. Simply put, mindfulness is the practice of being fully present and engaged in the present moment.
The Power of Therapy
I would invite you to reread the title of this post with an open curiosity about the words “therapy” and “right.” When I used to read similar blogs before embarking on my work and healing, I would turn away with a very quick, “nope.” It was not until later on in my life that I realized that what I was saying nope to all along was myself.
Navigating Mental Health: A Walk Through Childhood
How did you make it here? Yes, right here, right now. Did you fight your way through? Did you run? Did you yell and scream? How did you survive until now?
Embracing the Fighting Instinct: Understanding Its Purpose and Impact
Let's take some time to be present in this current moment. I am thrilled that you are here. I am feeling that way because you put down your need to fight to be able to sit here and be present. You have a vital skill, but I want to look into where that skill of fighting may have originated.
Building Strong Relationships: The Power of Spoken Contracts
I have one question: How concrete and spoken is your contract with either your partner or those you care for? Do you know what to expect in your relationships? Do you clearly understand your responsibilities from your partner or those close to you?
How to Find a Therapist
Millions of individuals are looking to start therapy like you are. I want to help you break down what this process might look like and help you find the right therapist for you.
Demystifying Your First Therapy Session
There are over 300 million people who seek out therapy services each year. If you are one of those 300 million, I wholeheartedly congratulate you. Seeking out therapy is not an easy task.
Empowering Communication: How to Advocate
How often are you conceding on things that are important to you? It is time to reclaim your space within conversations and start standing your ground. In this article, I will share my strategy for respectfully, confidently, and empathetically advocating for your needs.
Meeting Your Needs: The Key to Authentic Self-Care and Well-being
If I were to ask you right now what you needed, how would you answer? Would you brush it aside and say something like, "I don't know." Maybe you would say you need some rest or a vacation. I wonder how long it would take you to answer that question.
Self-Care for Helpers
Per Merriam-Webster, "Help: to give assistance or support to (someone): to provide (someone) with something that is useful or necessary in achieving an end." How many of you out there love to help people?
The Power of Sleep’s Impact on Mental Health
Sleep often takes a backseat in our quest for productivity and success in our fast-paced world. However, research consistently highlights the critical role of sleep in mental health, overall well-being, and even longevity.
The Transformative Power of Exercise: Unveiling its Profound Impact on Mental Health
In an era where stress, anxiety, and depression are prevalent, it has become increasingly important to explore avenues that promote mental well-being. While exercise is often celebrated for its physical benefits, its impact on mental health cannot be understated.
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