Category: Therapy
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When Easy Feels Hard: Reshaping Your Threshold For Struggle
We all have moments where something simple feels impossibly hard—whether that is starting a conversation, waking up early, making a decision, or holding a boundary. And in those moments, the internal dialogue starts: “Why is this such a big deal for me?”“Other people don’t seem to struggle with this.”“Am I just weak?” The answer isn’t… Read more
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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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Workplace Burnout is Real: Here’s How to Stop It
In the last article on the blog, we discussed mental health in schools and the importance of taking charge at home and as parents to make sure that it is being acknowledged and worked on. The next topic we need to discuss is workplace burnout. We are go-getters here at Mind Body Balance Counseling. Each… 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