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Self-love: Be Kind to Yourself as you are to Others
From as early as childhood, we’re told to treat others with kindness; but how many of us apply this rule to ourselves? If you treat yourself as kindly as you treat others, just imagine how this mindset can improve overall wellbeing! How do we treat ourselves with kindness? Have you ever heard of the expression,…
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International Boost Self-Esteem Month
Did you know? February is recognized as International Boost Self-Esteem Month. Self-esteem is imperative for us to be mindful of, as self-esteem impacts our overall health and wellbeing. What are some ways to improve our self-esteem? Here is a helpful method that I incorporate which helps boost self-esteem – *hint* I wrote about it in…
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The Power of Positive Affirmations
Today marks the beginning of International Boost Self-Esteem Month. What are some methods that you apply to boost overall self-esteem? There is a transformative exercise that promotes a positive wellbeing and boosts self-esteem, and it’s positive affirmations. What are positive affirmations? Positive affirmations can be thoughts or statements which help create an improved lifestyle. Positive…
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Combating Seasonal Depression
If you struggle with seasonal depression, you are not alone. Universally, 2020 was an extremely challenging year that tested our mental, emotional, and physical health. With that alone, it is common for anyone to feel more anxious, stressed, and depressed. And with the COVID restrictions placed around the world, we’re bound to feel lonelier and…
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Set Realistic Goals to Support Overall Health and Wellbeing
We’re entering a new year and chapter within our journeys, and this is one we’ve all longed for. Within this new year, there is a sense of hope and positivity after closing the door of 2020, leaving its negativity behind us. After an exhausting and debilitating year, we need to give ourselves time to decompress…
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Positively Present: Tips to Stay Present in Life’s Moments
As we approach the month of December and begin to mentally prepare for the winter season, we need to give ourselves a gentle reminder to stay present in life’s moments – even if we’re head-on with end of the year stress. It may be challenging to focus on the present while our mind is racing…
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Season of Giving: How to Give to Ourselves as we Give to Others
As the holidays are approaching, we are amidst the season of giving. The act of giving inhibits a rewarding sense that cultivates happiness within yourself and those around you. While it is encouraged to give to others during this time of year, it is equally as important for us to give back to our mental…
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No-vember: Learning to say “no” Without Feeling Shame or Guilt
As we enter the month of November, let’s shift our focus on a topic that many of us push aside: self- advocacy. Self-advocacy is the ability to stand up for yourself by expressing your feelings; and most importantly, the ability to ask for what you need and want. I can attest that I have pushed…
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Fun and Festive Fall Activities to Boost Your Mood
Fall is my favorite season, from the beautiful fall foliage to the crisp autumn air, Fall has a special place in my heart. Whether Fall is your favorite season, or you’re still experiencing summer blues, here are some fun and festive fall activities to boost your mood: Go to a Pumpkin Patch: There is nothing…
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World Mental Health Day: Helpful tips to Manage Mental Health
World Mental Health Day is recognized on Saturday, October 10th. Bringing awareness to mental health is imperative because the topic has become more prevalent during times of increased uncertainty. The pandemic has caused many of us to experience thoughts of panic, worry, fear, and other negative thoughts which impact our daily lives. It is so…
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