Don’t Let the Grinches and Narcissists Ruin Your Holidays

Don’t Let the Grinches and Narcissists Ruin Your Holidays The holiday season is meant to be a time of joy, peace, and celebration. However, some individuals can dampen the holiday spirit with their negative attitudes and behavior. In this blog post, I will explore the importance of not allowing the presence of grinches and narcissists … Read moreDon’t Let the Grinches and Narcissists Ruin Your Holidays

Protecting Your Mental Health: Healing in a Narcissistic Environment

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Healing in a Narcissistic Environment Living or working in a narcissistic environment can be incredibly challenging and detrimental to your mental health. Narcissistic behavior can lead to emotional abuse, manipulation, and a constant feeling of being undermined and devalued. In this blog post, I will discuss strategies to help you heal and protect your mental … Read moreProtecting Your Mental Health: Healing in a Narcissistic Environment

The Art of Mindfulness: Practices for Everyday Life

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Is blood really thicker than water?

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Is blood really thicker than water? When I was a little girl, my mother always said, “Blood is thicker than water.” As a child, I used to think that this meant monsters like Dracula could drink it and turn into a vampire. But as an adult, I realized she meant something else entirely: Family comes … Read moreIs blood really thicker than water?

The Truth About Seasonal Depression

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The Truth About Seasonal Depression continued Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that occurs during certain times of the year. It affects approximately 15 percent of Americans and can cause symptoms like fatigue, weight gain, and mood changes. SAD first came to public attention in 1984 when Dr. Norman Rosenthal published his … Read moreThe Truth About Seasonal Depression

Psychology theories therapists want you to know about

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Psychology theories therapists want you to know about If you’re looking for a therapist, this is the list of psychology theories you need to know. It’s not exhaustive, but we’ve included the main ones that are most important for therapists to understand when working with their clients. The id, ego, and superego. The id, ego, … Read morePsychology theories therapists want you to know about

How to not feel alone during the holidays

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How to not feel alone during the holidays The holidays are a time of year that can be filled with holiday parties, family dinners, and more. But if you’re single and want to enjoy the holidays without feeling alone, there are ways to make your experiences more enjoyable! Make time for self-care. Self-care is a … Read moreHow to not feel alone during the holidays

A list of topics to talk about with your therapist

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A list of topics to talk about with your therapist Therapy is a conversation, and conversations are all about the topics being discussed. In this section of our guide, we’ll talk about a few different topics you might want to discuss with your therapist. Whether it’s how they feel about their own mental health or … Read moreA list of topics to talk about with your therapist

The best 2023 summer bucket list for mental health

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The best 2023 summer bucket list for mental health Summer is a time to relax, but it can also be difficult to keep up motivation. You might not want to go outside or spend time with friends and family because you just want to stay in your PJs all day. As the weather gets warmer, … Read moreThe best 2023 summer bucket list for mental health

Why Therapists Say you should journal

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Why Therapists Say you should journal Journaling is more than just a fun hobby or a way to pass the time. For many people, journaling can be a powerful tool for self-awareness and even healing. Therapists and psychologists often recommend keeping a journal as part of their treatment. And they say it has many benefits … Read moreWhy Therapists Say you should journal