emotional wellness
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Post-Accomplishment Depression: You Got What You Wanted—So Why Aren’t You Happy?
So you finally did it, you achieved your goal! Congratulations! Whatever it was, you made it. You should be over the moon, right? So why do you still feel… empty?Why are you lying awake at night wondering why it doesn’t feel the way you thought it would? You’re not broken. You’re not ungrateful. You’re just…
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Emotional Sobriety: How Recovery Goes Deeper Than Abstinence
When you think of addiction recovery, you probably think of abstaining from substances—drugs, alcohol, maybe even things like food, gambling, or shopping. But here’s the truth that no one tells you: The real battle doesn’t end with the substance. It’s not just about staying clean. It’s about what comes after, when you’ve cleaned up the…
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The 10 Essentials You Need to Start Your Wellness Journey
Starting your wellness journey can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. With the right tools, you can create a strong foundation and set yourself up for success. In this post, I’ll share the 10 essentials you need to start feeling your best—no gimmicks, just practical items that truly make a difference. Ready to…
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What Actually Helped My Anxiety
Learn how to help anxiety with a holistic approach from personal experience. Discover the power of medication, trauma work, yoga, and healthy habits in managing racing thoughts and creating a calmer, more balanced mind. Explore personal insights on the journey to mental well-being and the importance of a supportive environment in this comprehensive guide to…
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The Impact of Unmet Emotional Needs: An Invisible Battle
Have you ever wondered about the hidden impact of unmet emotional needs on your mental health and wellbeing? In this exploration, we aim to understand these needs and their profound influence, embarking on a heartfelt journey of self-discovery and resilience. wait, you mean I have needs? When I was a kid, I had a roof…
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Feel it to Heal it: Why You Can’t Fight Feelings With Logic
Let’s explore the vital distinction between feeling emotions and intellectualizing them, shedding light on the dangers of the latter in achieving genuine emotional healing and wellness. Learn why you need to feel it to heal it. I’ve been in therapy for a long time. Ever since my dad passed away and I started showing symptoms…
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Imagination: a Gateway to Personal Growth and Discovery
Embark on a transformative journey where the realms of imagination and personal growth converge. Discover how nurturing your inner child’s dreams can lead to profound self-discovery and ignite your passions. Let’s explore the boundless potential of imagination and its power to shape a brighter, more fulfilling future.
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How to Feel Your Feelings: From Body Awareness to Emotional Release
Learn to let go, and how to feel your feelings. This article discusses practical insights and empowering tools to identify, express, and release your emotions, unraveling the secrets of self-compassion and the art of letting go. Wearing Pain Like a Trophy I held onto my pain and trauma for 25 years. I didn’t know I…
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No More Toxic Positivity: On Gratitude and Emotional Honesty
Gratitude and helpful positive thinking emerge as alternatives to toxic positivity that empower us to acknowledge genuine emotions. Gratitude brings psychological benefits like improved mood and reduced stress, while helpful positive thinking encourages solutions and a growth mindset.
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The 8 Dimensions of Wellness, and how to nourish them
Living well takes discipline, courage, and a deep love for oneself. I’m here to help you obtain those pillars, and the rest will follow. Today, we’ll cover the eight dimensions of wellness, and provide examples for each that can help you start making strides in your wellness journey.