We don’t realize how much our thoughts affect us emotionally, mentally, behaviorally and physically. The thoughts or narrative we have about ourselves will either propel us in life or limit us from building relationships with self and others. I like to say it’s the story we tell ourselves about ourselves. In technical terms this is... Continue Reading →
I find myself battling between different people demanding my attention and validation which makes it easy to lose sight of my own worth. We often find ourselves seeking approval from others, neglecting the most important source of validation – ourselves. However, recognizing and valuing our own unique qualities and abilities is crucial for living a... Continue Reading →
Eating food is an experience most individuals collectively share in each day. For many, eating is part of a routine and something they need to survive. For some, it is an enjoyable part of work, school, or home life. Food can be a source of tradition, comfort, joy, and socialization. However, for many individuals (of... Continue Reading →
Many of us are hyper-focused on what others think. It often dictates how we behave, how we respond, and how we feel. With all this focus on external factors, are you making room for the possibility that people are not judging, critiquing, or thinking about you as much as you think they are? Are you... Continue Reading →
As humans, many of us want to help others. If you are being honest with yourself, it not only makes the other person feel good, but it also probably makes you feel good. Helping and caring for others is completely essential- it brings light and love into the world. However, when someone constantly prioritizes the... Continue Reading →
We have all heard of and seen a cow- whether we saw it in a photo or at the zoo. However, many of us have not discussed cows in the context of mental health. Carl Rogers, a psychologist who used a humanistic approach to therapy, developed the concept of conditions of worth, also abbreviated as... Continue Reading →
What is Self-Esteem? According to Psychology Today, Self-Esteem is having confidence in our values. In other words, it is the overall opinion of ourselves, whenever we have a low self-esteem we feel low, we put little value on our opinions and ideas and we worry that we are not good enough. Factors that influence Self-Esteem:... Continue Reading →
¿Qué es la autoestima? Según Psychology Today, el autoestima es tener confianza en nuestros valores. En otras palabras, es la opinión general de nosotros mismos, cuando tenemos bajo autoestima nos sentimos bajos, damos poco valor a nuestras opiniones e ideas y nos preocupamos de no ser lo suficientemente buenos. Factores que influyen el autoestima: Cómo... Continue Reading →
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