If you wanted to learn anything wouldn’t you seek out someone with experience? When I was a competitive swimmer – a long time ago, I might add! – our team would watch videos of the greats like Mark Spitz. When I started my healing from lyme symptoms I sought out someone who had recovered. When […]
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The Healing Power of Forgiveness
As I sit down to share my thoughts on forgiveness, the first thing that comes to mind is that nobody is perfect. I would venture to guess that in some way we have all transgressed and hurt someone. I think that gives space for compassion for oneself and for others. Sometimes words or actions are […]
Embracing Self-Compassion: Learning to Be Patient with Mental Health Challenges
I know how easy it can be to feel frustrated and impatient with ourselves. We often set high expectations and beat ourselves up when we don’t meet them, leading to a cycle of negative self-talk and self-blame. However, through my own journey, I’ve learned the importance of being patient with myself and embracing self-compassion in […]
Do You Compare Yourself with Others?
Ever felt like you’re constantly comparing yourself to others who seem to have it all together? Yeah, me too. It’s tough when you’re grappling with mental health challenges, and it feels like everyone else is sailing through life effortlessly. But here’s the truth: you’re not alone, and you’re not any less valuable or worthy because […]
Self-Care Priorities: Identifying Your Needs and Wants
We must practice self-care to maintain mental, emotional, and physical health. However, figuring out where to begin when taking care of ourselves can be challenging. It was for me! Finding your needs and desires is the first step toward practicing effective self-care. Understanding the difference between needs and wants is crucial to prioritizing self-care effectively. […]
More About Anger: Understanding and Managing Your Anger
I thought it would be good to write more about anger because, interestingly, the topic of anger has come up several times in conversation with people I know. First, let’s accept that anger is a normal feeling that everyone feels at some point or another, but it may become a problem when expressed in harmful […]