mental health
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Listen to Your Inner Voice: Recognizing When It’s Time for a Break
We push ourselves to the limit, juggling multiple responsibilities and commitments, often neglecting our own well-being in the process. But how do we know when enough is enough? How do we recognize when it’s time to step back, take a… Continue reading
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The Power of Morning Sunlight for Health and Happiness
It can be easy to overlook the simple pleasures that nature provides. Yet, something as basic as letting in natural light can have a profound impact on our physical, mental, and emotional well-being, especially in the mornings. Here are some… Continue reading
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Navigating Overwhelming Demands and Self-Care – Mind Dump Style
F my damn life. Do I ever get to just have a moment to be me? To not be at everyone’s beck and call? I’m so done with this ridiculous bullshit version of my life. Every fucking thing I do… Continue reading
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Advice to My Teenage Self: Lessons Learned Through the Years
Dear Teenage Me, If I could go back in time and offer you some advice, there are two key things I wish I had known then. Firstly, your dad’s behavior may be hurtful, frustrating and usually painful, but he’s not… Continue reading
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Breathe In, Breathe Out: Exploring the Power of Block Breathing
Last week I talked about needing to go back to mindfulness basics to bring myself back to grounded. I also said I would walk y’all through some of those basics. So here is the first post. The one on block… Continue reading
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Life’s Transformative Moments: Coping with Loss and Embracing Change
My brother’s suicide changed a lot of things in my life. I became more anxious. I stopped enjoying many different activities. I became even more introverted. I also started volunteering with the Colorado Chapter of American Foundation of Suicide Prevention.… Continue reading
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Mindfulness Practices – Back to Basics
The last couple of weeks have been turbulent. Any routine that we had in place has gone out the window, leaving a heaviness in its place. I struggle to excel without at least a little routine, which has left me… Continue reading
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