One Minute Mindfulness
People are always in a rush. Our brains going constantly, and our feet are on the run. As a result, it is difficult for us to find time to be present. This is why […]
How Blogging Became Self-Care
Back in May 2017, I fell into a rut with my depression and anxiety. My therapist and I discussed different ways for me to express myself healthily. I mentioned to her that I wrote poetry […]
The Bipolar Barbie
We’re back! In our first podcast back, I get the chance to talk to the influential “Bipolar Barbie.” Hailing from Australia, B has suffered a long history of trauma, addiction, and mental illness. She did not let it stop her from becoming the mental health advocate she is today with a social media following of nearly 100k across all platforms. Check it out and learn from the conversation like I did!
Medication and Self-Care
Disclaimer: I must preface this with I am not a medical professional. I am not trying to tell anyone how to take their medications or to stop their medications by any means. This post is […]
A Caring Counselor Update
Back in June 2017, I took a risk in starting this website. It was an idea I bounced around for a few months in the back of my mind. I spoke to a few friends […]
Content Vs Process
Many individuals believe that my job consists of trying to figure out the “why” behind their presenting issue(s). People spend decades looking for answers to their life’s biggest conundrums, driving themselves crazy in the process. […]
Positive Self-Talk
Working on a classroom assignment, my friend looked over at me. He asked, “Did you ask me something?” I peered back confused, “No, why?” “I heard you saying something.” “Oh, I was talking to myself.” […]
How to Save A Life
Sitting in my kitchen, it was a little after one in the morning. I was hopped up on three cups of caffeine from my nightly Starbucks visit. I would not usually drink that much caffeine […]
Thoughts and Prayers
There was a time when saying that you had someone in your “thoughts and prayers” was meaningful and appreciated. When someone says that it nowadays, it often feels like apathetic. The phrase gets bashed all […]
It’s Worry Time!
Nobody in their right mind enjoys feeling nervous. It is an icky emotion. The word “anxiety” evokes feelings of, well, anxiety. Of all emotions, anxiety and worry are among the most closely tied to our […]