As we transition into spring and the weather begins to warm up, nature slowly comes back to life. Birds start to sing again, flowers begin to bloom, and new leaves appear on trees that were bare all winter. After months of cool and gray skies, these small changes can feel refreshing and full of life.... Continue Reading →
According to the National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN), Intimate Partner Violence (IPV), also known as domestic violence, occurs when one person intentionally harms, threatens, or controls a current or former partner or spouse. Abuse may develop as a repeated pattern of coercion and control, but even a single incident can be a warning sign.... Continue Reading →
Everyone knows at least one person who rarely posts on social media. While others regularly share vacations, celebrations, or everyday moments, this individual seems content staying silent. It’s easy to assume they’re disengaged or missing out on connection. But what if that silence is intentional? What if choosing not to post is actually a sign... Continue Reading →
Ever listen to a song and feel like it was written just for you? There is this Francesca Battistelli song that is running through my brain these days because it reminds me of my life when my procrastination runs amok. There is a line in there about getting pulled over for speeding when you are... Continue Reading →
In the previous blog, I introduced the difference between feedback and criticism. In Part Six, I will address blame and our inner critic. Blame and Burden According to Caldwell, taking responsibility for our actions and for what we have done wrong is essential to regaining our power. It allows us to accept ourselves and learn... Continue Reading →
Anger is a normal human emotion. Everyone feels it at times, perhaps when plans fall apart, when we feel treated unfairly, or when we face ongoing stress. Anger itself is not the problem. In fact, it can serve a useful purpose by signaling that something important needs attention. Trouble arises when anger becomes intense, frequent,... Continue Reading →
In the first blog of this series, we explored how Getting Our Bodies Back by Chrstine Cadlwell brings awareness to our bodies and how incorporating our bodies is essential to our wellbeing. Our bodies carry stories, adaptations, and wisdom shaped by living experience. In the following post, we will explore the Moving Cycle, which is... Continue Reading →
As we start to better understand the human psyche and learn more about how the brain processes information, we have learned that brain cells can be regenerated. It takes 21 days to solidify a habit. When you think about negative things, you are creating neural pathways to keep the negative thoughts productive in your life.... Continue Reading →
In mental health, the primary focus is often placed on the mind, our thoughts, beliefs, and behaviors. Yet this causes us to overlook the powerful role the body plays in our mental health. Our bodies are constantly communicating with us through sensations, tension, and movement, offering important clues about where emotions may be held or... Continue Reading →
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