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 In the previous blog post, I talked about 3 different forms of self-care. My goal was to begin a dialogue on popular types of self-care, but also other types that we tend to let sit on the back burner. If you did not see the first blog please feel free to go back and take a look however, I will...[ read more ]

Self- Care is defined as a needed human regulatory function. It is something that we as humans do to create what I would call mental health homeostasis. However, when most people hear self-care they feel that it may only include taking bubble baths or doing mediation which it is that but there are many different types and forms of self-care...[ read more ]

For many therapy is seen as something taboo or only for those dealing with extensive mental health problems; however, this couldn't be farther from the truth. Much like getting a check-up or blood works done, you do not just go to the doctor when something is wrong you also go to make sure you are in good health generally. This...[ read more ]

During the New Year may people tend to pick up a new hobby or cultivate a new skill. I personally have always loved plants, gardening, and everything green. However, I just recently found out that there has been research done on how houseplants can affect one’s mental health. In an article from Healthline, several specific plants are highlighted with their...[ read more ]

In my last post, I touched briefly on how houseplants can benefit one's mental health. The Wall Street Journal has a video entitled "The Health Benefits of Houseplants" In this video a news reporter speakers with Justin Hancock a professional Horticultrisits. Mr. Hancock speaks of the different benefits of house plants and how they can benefit your physical and mental...[ read more ]

In this last blog post I wanted to highlight some videos I personally have greatly benefited from on the topic of mindfulness. The first Ted Talk I’m going to share is by Richard J.Davidson. Dr. Davidson focuses a lot on how our brain function can be changed through mindfulness and gives a beginner's exercise on how to practice mindfulness.   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7CBfCW67xT8...[ read more ]

Time Setting aside time is key to practicing and maintaining mindfulness. Many of us make goals that we strive for, but then we will fail to create a designated moment of time in the day to actually practice this. I find creating two 5 min spaces of time in your day is the best way to start off. I personally...[ read more ]

Mindfulness is all about living in the present. Mindfulness is usually seen as a state one can be in when we focus our energy on the present moment. However, unlike what people think meditation and mindfulness is, we should not try to push away unwanted thoughts but acknowledge them and continue to let our minds flow. Mindfulness and meditation are...[ read more ]

In my last blog post, I focused on the rise of domestic abuse cases due to COVID-19. However, I wanted to be able to also expand everyone's knowledge of what domestic abuse looks like in real life and highlight someone who took this experience and changed her life around. Below is a Ted Talk from Marie Hanson, a domestic abuse...[ read more ]

Thanksgiving is an amazing time for families to come together and reflect on the past year. However, much like any holiday time a lot of interpersonal anxiety and stress happens during this time period. But there are many ways to combat this stress and give yourself a “mental health check”.  Mental health checks allow for people to check in on...[ read more ]