Self-compassion seems like a simple concept: direct compassion toward yourself like you do to others. But it’s incredibly common, especially with those who struggles with their mental health, to disregard the importance of being kind to yourself. Per Dr. Kristen Neff,...
Self-talk is the inner monologue you hear in your head. It’s a direct result of your subconscious mind that helps to reveal your thoughts, beliefs, questions, and ideas. Self-talk is something you do naturally throughout your waking hours. The self-talk you...
What is a habit? What you repeatedly do (i.e. what you spend time thinking about and doing each day) ultimately forms the person you are, the things you believe, and the personality that you portray. Routines vs. Habits Most of us assume the two are interchangeable....
When you hear the word “resolution”, you typically associate it with the new year. New year, new me – right? While the intention of resolutions can be innocent, they can make you feel as though you are a failure if you don’t stick to them. Most of these resolutions...
When you think of a stereotypical holiday, you most likely think of good food, parties, surrounded by family and friends. That might be true for you or people around you, but the holidays can also dredge up some negative feelings. Whether it’s because of estrangement,...
From “think positive” to “no bad days,” the internet is full of uplifting quotes and phrases that are meant to inspire positivity in a helpful way. These words might be comforting, but they also highlight an aspect of U.S. culture that can be more harmful than...
What is self-care? Any activity that we do deliberately to take care of our mental, emotional, and physical growth. This means activities that replenish us and nourish us to stay balanced in body, mind, and spirit, keeping us fit and resilient in times of physical or...
Today is International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day. In 1999, Senator Harry Reid, who lost his father to suicide, introduced a resolution to the United States Senate, leading to the creation of International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day. Also known as Survivor Day,...
What is stress, really? It’s your body’s reaction to a certain situation or event. This can be manifested by a physical, mental, or emotional reaction. While stress can be positive, negative situations tend to illicit a bigger stress response. Luckily there are stress...
Do you or someone you love experience the symptoms of severe mental illness? If so, you may have heard of several therapy methods over the course of your treatment journey: talk therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and many more....
