this blog is for more exploring of mental health & wellness issues that relate to therapy and improving our overall life experience.
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cognitive distortions
Cognitive Distortions - identifying unhelpful thinking patterns that tend to perpetuate negativity and self-criticism.
‘Growth Planning’ for the New year
A ‘Growth Planning’ mindset for the new year is an alternative to ‘resolution making’ as a way to set realistic, attainable, compassionate goals for yourself at a time when rebirth and renewal feel present.
Energy Drainers & Energy Givers - Holidays Edition
Holidays season can give us joyful energy… but can also drain us to our core. Here are some ways to recognize and also restore.
Intuitive eating 101
Explore the mindset and practices of ‘Intuitive Eating’ and how it can improve your overall relationship with food. Build ways to help shift from from the ‘constant dieting’ mindset to a more balanced, compassionate and accepting approach toward body image and eating.
Coping for Panic
Panic episodes can be very disorienting and anxiety producing - here are some ways to identify symptoms and also tips for managing using a ‘BAMMM’ protocol.
Awareness Setting for the Week
Ways to set intentions and increase awareness for the week ahead.
Boundaries 101
Boundaries… what types are there? What are healthy / unhealthy boundaries? How do I assess my own?
Self-Esteem, Self-Confidence, Self-Worth & Self-Compassion
Explore these 4 components of how we view ourselves, feel about ourselves and ways to improve and manage when needed.
Goals 101 & Smart Goals
How to create, set and implement goals with more clarity and effectiveness.
People Pleasing
‘People Pleasing’ is a common pattern in adult lives and often leads to exhaustion and empty feelings. Here are some tips for both recognizing the pattern and shifting to more assertive and boundaried presence.
‘3G Journaling’
‘3G’ Journaling is a quick and helpful prompt to set intentions for the day, practice gratitude and identify ways to stay grounded and focused.
Journaling 101
Journaling can seem like a chore… but doesn’t have to. Here are simple prompts and ways to get started. This post also goes over the benefits of journaling.
Flexible Thinking vs Rigid Thinking
Identify the differences between ‘flexible thinking’ and ‘rigid thinking’ along with ‘psychological flexibility vs inflexibility’.
1 Hour Mood Boost
Some tips for shifting mood and mindset if you’re feeling ‘stuck’ or like your day is ‘off’.
Active Mindfulness Practices
Mindfulness Practices that are more active and can easily be incorporated into daily or weekly routines.
Mindfulness 101
An introduction to mindfulness strategies and ways to increase present-minded experiencing in daily life.
CBT Thought Diary
CBT Thought Diaries can be helpful for identifying unhelpful thoughts or ruminations and restructuring for more balance and regulation.
Expanding Around Our Emotions - via ACT Therapy
Managing difficult feelings by expanding around our emotions via ACT therapy tools.
Feeling Difficult Emotions - R.A.I.N. Method
Allowing and managing difficult emotions by using the RAIN method.
How To Allow A Difficult Feeling & Step Out Of Overwhelm
How to allow a difficult feeling without being overwhelmed.