Have you ever had anyone tell you to pull yourself up from your bootstraps, to grit and force your way through? While having determination can be a helpful trait and sometimes even suck-it-up-buttercup can be useful in certain situations, these traits should not be your only tools. If you wanted to build something you wouldn’t […]
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Riding the Wave: Managing Cycles of Depression
Depression is a complex mental health condition that affects millions of people worldwide. Its cyclical nature often makes it challenging to manage. However, there are strategies that can help individuals navigate the waves of depression and find periods of hope and resilience. Let’s explore the journey of a person I’ll call Ben (not his real […]
Navigating the Depths of Grief
Grief, a powerful force that can consume even the most resilient of souls, has a way of reshaping our lives in the most unexpected ways. I know this all too well, as I found myself plummeting into the depths of despair when I lost three people close to me in a short period of time. […]
“This Too Shall Pass”: Staying Hopeful Even When Mental Health Symptoms Arise
I understand how daunting it can be when symptoms arise. The weight of anxiety, depression, or other mental health conditions can feel overwhelming and unrelenting. But through my journey, I’ve learned that even in the midst of these difficult moments, there is hope. I remind myself, “This too shall pass”. When symptoms arise, it’s easy […]
Spirituality and Recovery: Finding Inner Strength and Peace
Spirituality and Recovery: Finding Inner Strength and Peace Spirituality plays an important part in many of our lives. It is not my intention to promote any particular religion, faith, or practice because spirituality encompasses a broad range of beliefs, practices, and values related to one’s particular search for meaning and purpose in life. For many […]
Self-care that may prevent crisis
Taking care of yourself is essential if you want to deal with the stresses of life that you can’t control. If you take care of your body and mind, you’ll be in a better position to thrive, but many people mistakenly consider self-care a frivolous extra rather than an essential part of their daily routine. […]
About Resilience
Resilience is the capacity to overcome obstacles, adversity, and stress. It is a skill that may be acquired and enhanced by various activities, including engaging in self-care, creating social networks, or learning coping mechanisms. When you are resilient, you can draw on your inner strength to overcome obstacles or setbacks like losing your job, being […]