Conversations can be overheard in homes, stores, medical offices, restaurants, parks, and other places. Even while social distancing, talk continues. Whether taking a walk in the neighborhood and visiting with friends or sharing a phone call with family, the coronavirus will likely be mentioned. Our two years old grandson told me, “Mimi, that coronavirus … Continue reading How to Share About the Coronavirus with Children
I don’t think hitting rock bottom happens all at once most of the time. I think it happens gradually. At least it did for me. The better part of my 20s was spent going downhill, in and out of abusive relationships, and slowly learning that I had mental health issues that were out of … Continue reading Hitting Rock Bottom: A Story About Change
Thinking and decision-making are a part of everyday living, but when thinking and making decisions becomes overbearing and overwhelming, we are cautioned to consider if maybe we are thinking "too much." To overthink is to think about a topic, idea, or situation too much or for too long. Unlike helpful and balanced thinking habits where … Continue reading Signs You Are Overthinking And What You Can Do About it
I have experienced anxiety and depression at various times in my life. Certain situations or events can trigger a panic attack or a time of depression. Before I was first diagnosed with these conditions many years ago, I had no idea what was happening or what to expect from my body. Through help from … Continue reading Physical Symptoms You Might Not Realize Are Actually Anxiety
I write this blog at a time when our world has a coronavirus pandemic. It is something I have never seen in my lifetime; we have a lockdown. Our shops are closed we cannot go out unless it is for essential items. We are separated from our loved ones, some of us cannot go to … Continue reading Natural Alternatives To Cope With Stress
Mental health isn't the most inviting subject when it comes to cinema. Stigmatized, complex, and often misunderstood, it can be unpleasant at best and easy to misrepresent at worst. That's why it's so important to recognize, and celebrate, movies that treat mental illness with integrity; an issue that will affect approximately one in four people … Continue reading Best movies to watch about mental health
Isolation, social distancing, and quarantine are all buzzwords that describe the precautionary measures suggested to remain safe amidst the spread of COVID-19. And while essential to preventing the spread of the virus, cautioning to isolate and practice distancing measures is causing widespread unpleasant mental health side-effects. What are these side effects and how can we … Continue reading The Dangers of Being Fully Isolated and Preventing Negative Mental Health Side Effects
“Social distancing”. That’s a phrase I never thought I would have to learn. I wonder if those words will end up in some type of new dictionary or phrase collection. The world may be tired of hearing the words, but this “social distancing” is vital to the safety and health of the world. Alerts … Continue reading Things to Do While Social Distancing
Self-acceptance is a personal process and journey that takes time, effort, and perseverance. Because our perceptions, perspectives, and views of life are shaped differently due to our varied experiences, acceptance also varies. Our experiences mold and craft who we are and also influences what we value and how we define our purpose. Self-acceptance is embracing … Continue reading How to Accept Yourself For Who You Are
Reading the title of this article might make someone think I have figured out how to break free of emotional eating. Maybe there is a new found method, a scientific breakthrough, a hidden way just discovered or possibly a new fad invention to help with this problem. No, there is not a great remedy … Continue reading How To Break Free of Emotional Eating
Defying Shadows 