Feeling Empty? Let Me Fill You Up!

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Feeling empty can be a difficult experience, but there are steps you can take to address it. Here are some suggestions: Practice self-care: Take care of yourself physically by eating a healthy diet, getting enough sleep, and exercising regularly. Also, engage in activities that bring you joy and fulfillment, such as spending time with loved […]

Learn How To Develop Healthy Boundaries

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Boundaries are important for a variety of reasons, including: Protection: Boundaries provide a sense of protection and safety by establishing limits on what is acceptable or not acceptable behavior, both for oneself and for others. They create a clear line between what is acceptable and what is not, which can prevent harm and allow individuals […]

Overcome Codependency

Codependency is a behavioral pattern in which a person excessively relies on someone else for their emotional and psychological needs, to the point where their sense of self-worth is tied to the other person’s approval or acceptance. It can be difficult to overcome, but it is possible with effort and commitment. Here are some steps […]

15 Common Cognitive Distortions – How Our Thoughts Influence Our Mental Status

A cognitive distortion is an exaggerated pattern of thought that’s not based on facts. It consequently leads you to view things more negatively than they really are. Here are the most common cognitive distortions below. Filtering: a term used to describe one type of cognitive distortion, or faulty thought pattern, that can often lead to higher […]

Banish Anxiety in 10 Steps

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Banish Anxiety in 10 Steps “Hey you! Yeah, YOU! Stop WORRYING!” If only it were that easy.  Let’s first determine if what you are experiencing is everyday anxiety or if it is an anxiety disorder. Take a look at the graphic below provided by the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA): Okay, now that […]