Category: Improving Mental Health
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3 Ways to Break the Cycle of Help-Rejecting Complaining
We’ve all had that friend, client, or family member who seems trapped in a loop. They complain about the same issue over and over, ask for advice, and then immediately dismiss every single suggestion. We refer to this, in my world, as the help-rejecting complaining syndrome. You offer ideas, encouragement, resources — and what do… Read more
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Trauma Isn’t Forever: How to Heal From Trauma
Trauma is one of those words that gets thrown around a lot these days—but here’s the truth: if you’ve lived through something overwhelming, painful, or deeply unsettling, and it’s still affecting how you think, feel, or relate to others, it’s worth paying attention to what I want to talk about today. It’s time to find… Read more
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Can’t Sleep? Your Insomnia Is Ruining Your Mental Health
When was the last time you woke up feeling truly rested? Like you could take on the world? Lets talk about the huge impact sleep has on mental health. If you’re like many adults, it’s probably been a while since you felt that kind of energy after a good sleep. Insomnia and poor sleep quality… Read more
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Why Mental Health Should Be A Priority in Schools
Most kids are back to school and we are at a start of a fresh new year! This means we need to prioritize and think about those things lacking in our health and well-being, and of those that we love… our kids. Emphasizing good mental health in schools that your children attend can make a… Read more
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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… Read more