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February 17th is National Random act of kindness day. Kindness is a virtue that can transform lives. It is described as the act of being generous or considerate. Just as there is enough evil in this world, there is also kindness and goodness. Kindness is not just a virtue that you read in storybooks, believe…
I feared my entire life of dying. Fear of leaving this Earth, and leaving behind my daughters, my sisters, my family and MY LIFE. I feared leaving my environment, not being able to travel and hanging out with friends. I suffered from severe anxiety, but not knowing I had it made it worse. When a…
Throughout our lifetime we are challenged to learn and to grow. However, sometimes we tend to grow faster than we learn. ((hmmm something to think about)) Ever hear of the saying I wish I knew then what I know now? I have to share something I read that made some sense on growing and learning…
“Sometimes, you just need a hug” This may be one of the most repeated sayings of popular wisdom, but in fact, science shows that there is a lot of truth to this sentence. Sadly, during the Coronavirus pandemic the majority of us have been strongly advised not to embrace friends, family or loved-ones. Furthermore, the…
Mental Clarity When life gets you down what do you do? When life gets hard, people often believe that they could have done something different that would prevent their circumstances. This is really common in individuals suffering from depression. Only through pain can you truly know how to be grateful for what you already have….
Obsessive compulsive disorder more commonly called OCD affects many Americans. The National Institute of Mental Health provides an overview of the prevalence rate of OCD: For US adults aged 18 and up, 1.2% reported having OCD in any given year Rates of OCD were found to be higher with women (1.8%) than men (0.5%) The…
I must have been living under a rock when it came to knowing that “Dry January” was even a thing and what it was all about. There are trends for everything nowadays, so it doesn’t seem to be a surprise that there is also a trend for starting the year off sober! What is Dry…
How to Release Trauma Trapped in Your Body Because trauma is any unprocessed thought or emotion that gets stuck in your nervous system. And whether it’s a big, extremely stressful event or a small one, trauma lodges itself in your body. Begin by Butterfly Hugging and Tapping– hug yourself and then alternately tap on your…
Turn the page Every new year is a new chance to start fresh. Throughout the last 12 months maybe you have struggled with consistent pain in a part of your life where you wish you could just start over and never look back. Don’t look back! If the calendar can start over, so can you!…
Anxiety treatments can be different for everyone. Not ready for therapy? That’s Ok! Not ready for prescribed medications? That’s Ok! There are many supplements out there that can be highly beneficial for our body when we are going through tough times mentally. What vitamins should I take naturally for anxiety? With anything you should always…
I don’t know where to start when it comes to giving myself more time. Whether it’s for self care, time to relax or extra time with my children. I never know how to prioritize my needs to my wants. Does this sound like you? Are you struggling with making more time for yourself? If so,…
What does it mean to be loved? From the moment we are born we are wrapped in the arms of someone that will cherish us and love us unconditionally… “Being in love refers to the overwhelming sentiments that take over during the beginning of a relationship. Infatuation, delight, enthusiasm, and anxiousness are among examples. It…
When we see life situations differently from others we sometimes can encounter pain, confusion and isolation. When the ones we love and care about shut us out for expressing our feelings and stating opinions. WHY SEEING THINGS DIFFERENTLY DOESN’T MEAN ONE PERSON IS WRONG If we all could understand how people are programmed then it…
Do you feel angry all the time and can’t seem to find the reason why? Maybe you are holding some sort of grudge toward someone or something. “Breathing is the number one and most effective technique for reducing anger and anxiety quickly.” It can be frustrating and often you’ll feel bad afterwards, for having been…
Another year with gathering around the table, giving thanks for the food and the people around us. What if that’s not what we enjoy anymore? What if that causes us to have more anxiety and stress? What if you have been estranged from family because of arguments, addictions, or divorce? Maybe there is an empty…