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Mental Resilience: How to Become Unstoppable
Mental Resilience. It’s the secret ingredient that allows some people to rise from the ashes of life’s challenges stronger, wiser, and more determined. But what if I told you resilience isn’t something you’re born with? It’s something you build. I know because I’ve lived it. My background isn’t the typical one for a therapist. Before…
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Why Self-Care Matters for a Happier, Healthier You in the New Year
I’ve had countless clients come through my office looking for ways to improve their mental and physical well-being. One common theme among them is the desire to find a better balance, often fueled by the stresses of daily life. The truth is, many of us feel overwhelmed, stretched thin, and unsure of where to turn…
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The Lies We Tell Ourselves About Mental Health Stigma
As a combat-veteran-turned-mental-health-therapist, I’ve spent a lot of time working with people who are hesitant to seek mental health support. They believe there is a mental health stigma that rings true. Me included. The reason? Stigma. Whether it’s from society, peers, or the self-imposed stigma we carry inside, the shame around asking for help with…
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Practicing Gratitude Isn’t Just a Holiday Event
Gratitude is often something people think about during the holiday season, but it shouldn’t be limited to a few days a year. I don’t say this just to tell you to be grateful to battle depressive thoughts, but because of the strong research backing the cognitive CHANGES that happen consistently practicing gratitude. Practicing gratitude daily…
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I Did THIS to Stay Sane During Deployment: 3×3 Method
Military Life Life in the military is no walk in the park. I don’t talk about it often mostly because I feel blessed for the chance I had to serve and don’t practice dwelling on difficult things in my life. After serving eight years and completing two deployments—one to Iraq and one to Afghanistan—I faced…