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7 Things Self-Care Isn’t (and 7 things it is)

People often either love or hate the concept of self-care, or at least the word itself. Maybe you find comfort and restoration in your self-care practices. But a lot of us struggle with what it looks like for ourselves or equate “self-care” with expensive candles and products or social media wellness trends, but there’s so much more to it.

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Unraveling the Mystery of Anxiety: 3 Quick Tips to Help with Anxiety

Are you often feeling dread or unease? Do you find that your hands are sweating, your heart is racing, or your stomach is constantly in knots? What if I told you these, my friend, are known to be normal symptoms of anxiety? Anxiety is a feeling that arises when your body’s response to danger is activated. You might experience this when thinking about a test or being in a crowded room. What is ironic is that anxiety can manifest in various ways for different people. While it is commonly experienced, it doesn’t have to dominate your life. I want to help you alleviate your pain, calm your anxious mind, and be free from anxiety that interferes with your day-to-day life. Believe it or not, there are many tools within your reach to help relieve anxiety. You just need guidance on how to get there. There is one simple rule for managing anxiety: Change the Channel

There has been a time or two where you have once said “I dont want to watch this” or “I dont want to hear that”. You have the power to say that to anxiety too.

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Accelerated Resolution Therapy: A Revolutionary Approach to Healing Trauma

Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) is a relatively new form of psychotherapy that aims to quickly and effectively alleviate the distress associated with traumatic memories. Unlike traditional talk therapies, which may take months or even years to yield significant results, ART is designed to produce rapid relief in as few as one to five sessions. At the core of ART lies the belief that traumatic memories are stored in the brain in a way that maintains their emotional intensity, often leading to symptoms such as anxiety, depression, and intrusive thoughts. By engaging in a structured process of visualization and bilateral stimulation, ART seeks to reprogram the way these memories are stored, allowing individuals to process them more adaptively.

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Benefits of Meditation

Meditation can offer a wide range of benefits for mental health. While individual experiences may vary, numerous studies suggest that incorporating meditation into one's routine can have positive effects on overall well-being.

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How to Have a Healthy Relationship with Social Media

Some studies found social media to positively impact people’s lives, while others warned against the possible connection between social media and depression or anxiety.

It’s essential to find balance and develop healthy habits for using social media to ensure social media has a positive presence in your life.

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Why YOU Should Consider a Practicum Student Intern as Your Therapist

So you had decided to begin therapy. That’s great! You have made a great first step in your mental health journey in your search for a therapist. Sometimes it can get overwhelming while looking for a therapist as you wonder what to look for and who is right for you. Something to consider is an intern as your therapist, also known as practicum students or student counselors.

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