Tag: self-care
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What is Self-Esteem Counseling?
Self-esteem reflects our sense of worth and confidence, significantly impacting well-being and social interactions. Low self-esteem often results from childhood experiences and can be exacerbated by adult life challenges. Psychotherapy can effectively address low self-esteem through strategies that promote self-awareness, confidence, and self-compassion, ultimately improving quality of life.
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What Is Complicated Grief?
It’s normal to experience grief after a loss, such as the death of a friend or family member. In most cases, these emotions gradually improve over time. But if you’re still living with the symptoms of grief months or years later, you may have what’s known as “complicated grief,” “prolonged grief,” “chronic grief,” or “persistent…
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Managing Work-Life Balance
Do you have trouble balancing work and your personal life? If so, you’re not alone. According to Mental Health America (MHA), almost 40% of U.S. adults who are employed full time reported working 50+ hours a week, and 18% work 60+ hours. Despite how common it is for people to work long hours, having a healthy…
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Mental Health Benefits of Gratitude Journals
At some point in their life, many people will face a mental health crisis. Perhaps it is the stress from a divorce, anxiety from a move, or grieving the loss of a loved one. There are numerous ways we can tackle mental health to make our entire well-being a priority. But one method that not…
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Signs you Need to Take a Mental Health Day
Do you ever get up in the morning and wonder if it would be okay for you to take a mental health day? If so, you’re definitely not alone. In fact, research from the American Psychological Association shows that today’s workforce is experiencing job burnout at alarming rates. What are Mental Health Days Exactly? The…
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Silence Your Inner Critic
Every single human being has two voices battling it out inside their head. The one voice is our champion, encouraging us to feel confident and to reach our fullest potential. Then there’s that other voice. The one that is critical of every move we make. The one that looks at all of our perceived flaws…
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Single on Valentine’s Day? Treat Yourself to Self Care
Ah, Valentine’s Day – a holiday to celebrate love with the one you love. Well, that sounds great and all if you’re in a relationship – but what about if you’re single? What should you do, spend the entire day moping around eating copious amounts of mini Twix? That’s an option, but a better option is…
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Mental Health Care for The Career Woman
Modern women balance degrees, careers, and family responsibilities, often leading to burnout and mental health issues. Highlighting mental health’s importance, gymnast Simone Biles prioritized her well-being by withdrawing from competition. Women should accept imperfections, find support, make time for self-care, and consider therapy to maintain mental health amidst their many roles.
Dr. Beth Coke 