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The Foundation Blocks of Healthy Relationships

The Foundation Blocks of Healthy Relationships Elizabeth B. Brown discusses the Foundation Blocks of Healthy Relationships in her book Living Successfully with Screwed-Up People. She places them under four headings—first, respect. Then, accepting personal responsibility for one's behavior. There is also allowing others to bear the consequences of their behavior. Lastly, caring without enabling. Objectivity… Continue reading The Foundation Blocks of Healthy Relationships

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It is Okay to Ask for Help

It Is Okay to Ask for Help Somewhere along the way, we’ve been told that asking for help is a sign of weakness. That struggling alone is more admirable than admitting we need support. But that’s a lie. Asking for help is not weakness—it’s courage. Life can be overwhelming. Some days feel heavier than others,… Continue reading It is Okay to Ask for Help

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Mental Health Check-In

Mental Health Check-In Hey, friend. Let’s take a moment for a mental health check-in. Life gets busy, overwhelming, and downright chaotic at times. But right now, pause. Breathe. This moment is yours. Give a Time for Yourself When was the last time you did something just for you? Not for work, not for your family—just… Continue reading Mental Health Check-In

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Why Am I Feeling Anxious?

Why Am I Feeling Anxious? So, we am I feeling anxious? Leave comments below for why you are experiencing anxiety. Anxiety has a way of sneaking in, sometimes without warning. One minute, you’re going about your day, and the next, your heart is racing, your thoughts are spiraling, and a sense of unease settles in.… Continue reading Why Am I Feeling Anxious?

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Fighting the Darkness Together

Fighting the Darkness Together Darkness creeps in quietly. It whispers lies of unworthiness, shame, and hopelessness. It isolates, convincing us that we are alone in our struggles. But here’s the truth: you are not alone. Fighting the darkness together without judgement or condemnation is how I roll! We all battle darkness in different ways—through mental… Continue reading Fighting the Darkness Together

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A Diagnosis Does Not Define You

A Diagnosis Does Not Define You As a therapist, I’ve had so many clients walk into my office carrying the weight of multiple diagnoses—some given by different providers, some self-diagnosed through online research, and some that may have been true at one point but are no longer relevant. It’s frustrating because these are people, not… Continue reading A Diagnosis Does Not Define You

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You Don’t Need To…

What You Should Not Sacrifice When It Comes to Self-Care Self-care isn’t just about bubble baths and spa days—it’s about protecting your well-being in all aspects of life. Too often, we sacrifice our own needs for the sake of others, for the pressures of daily life, or simply because we don’t believe we deserve care.… Continue reading You Don’t Need To…

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Men’s Mental Health Matters

Men’s Mental Health Matters It takes so much courage for anyone to walk through my door, but when a man steps into my office, it always strikes a different chord. There is something profoundly moving about watching a man—who has likely been told all his life to “be strong” and “tough it out”—take the brave… Continue reading Men’s Mental Health Matters

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Self-Care for Your Mental Health

The Importance of Self-Care for Your Mental Health Self-care is not a luxury—it’s a necessity. It plays a vital role in maintaining good mental health, yet it’s something many of us struggle with. I know this firsthand because, for a long time, I found it difficult to prioritize myself. But over time, I’ve learned that… Continue reading Self-Care for Your Mental Health