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Self-Care Should Be Simple
I fear the term self-care has become over-used and over-saturated and has lost almost all meaning. The internet keeps screaming at us to “treat yourself!” with sweet treats, fancy coffees, spa days, and shopping sprees. It’s fun for a moment, but do these activities do much for your mental health…
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The Goal is Always Survival
The goal of the human body is to survive, not to make you happy. Happiness is great and all, but it has very little to do with seeing another sunrise. At least, according to your nervous system. When we enter threatening situations, we often have to abandon what might be…
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When Safety Takes Over
The human body only has so many responses to stressful situations. The most common response to stress is known as fight or flight. Fight or flight is just what it sounds like – Fight your way out, or take flight as quickly as possible. Diving a little deeper, fighting might…
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“Speaking Kindly, Healing Deeply” – Available Now on Amazon!
I am thrilled to share that my affirmation guide “Speaking Kindly, Healing Deeply: Affirmations, Journaling Prompts, and Songs to Heal Your Heart and Restore Your Faith In Yourself” is now available to download on Amazon. Practicing speaking kindly to myself has been one of the best changes that I have…
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What’s the Point? – Motivation is Key to Progress
So often we want to improve our lives but struggle to figure out why we want or need the goals that we set for ourselves. Goals like going back to school, getting a new job, and saving money are all wonderful things to aim for, but when the going gets…
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Self-Care Can Be Quick!
Self-care refers to the ways that we fill our cups so that we have enough physical and mental energy to take care of our responsibilities. Unfortunately, a lot of the suggestions we get about improving our lives require us to spend a lot of time and money on things we…
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What Happened to You: A Guide to Trauma Healing
“What Happened to You” by Dr. Bruce Perry and Oprah Winfrey explores trauma’s effects on mental and physical well-being. This engaging dialogue combines evidence-based practices with personal insights, serving as a valuable resource for those beginning their trauma healing journey. It aims to enhance understanding and promote resilience in overcoming…
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Breaking Free from Therapy Labels
The author emphasizes a personalized approach to therapy, rejecting rigid labels and techniques. They stress the importance of understanding clients as individuals, valuing authentic emotional experiences over diagnostic categories. Therapy is portrayed as a collaborative journey of growth, exploration, and self-discovery, free from pressure to conform to specific modalities.
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Finding the Strength to Survive in America
This post is not for everyone. This is for the people who feel that they are under attack by the current administration – If that’s not you then we send you all the love, but this post isn’t yours. This post is for the women who are afraid of what…
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