Low self-esteem has become an epidemic in this country, and one that negatively impacts our quality of life. Feelings of unworthiness can begin at a young age and, if neglected, can potentially lead to depression and anxiety. Because low self-esteem can be so damaging, finding ways to feel better about ourselves and our abilities is […]
Low self-esteem has become an epidemic in this country, and one that negatively impacts our quality of life. Feelings of unworthiness can begin at a young age and, if neglected, can potentially lead to depression and anxiety.Because low self-esteem can be so damaging, finding ways to feel better about ourselves and our abilities is vital to our well-being. Here are 5 ways to increase your self-esteem: Quiet That Inner CriticNegative self-talk is … [Read more...]
Many people set goals to get in better physical shape. They want tighter buns, six pack abs and arms that never jiggle. But how many people decide to work on their inner selves? No matter what we look like on the outside, it’s who we are on the inside that really dictates our lives. Self-esteem reflects the […]
Many people set goals to get in better physical shape. They want tighter buns, six pack abs and arms that never jiggle. But how many people decide to work on their inner selves?No matter what we look like on the outside, it’s who we are on the inside that really dictates our lives. Self-esteem reflects the relationship we have with ourselves. The better this relationship is, the better our other relationships can be.Most of us could use a good … [Read more...]
Anxiety is like fire: It can keep us safe and warm, or completely devastate our property and our lives. It’s good to be a little anxious at times. When walking down a deserted street at night, anxiety keeps us on alert and ready to fight or take flight should a dangerous situation arise. But for […]
Anxiety is like fire: It can keep us safe and warm, or completely devastate our property and our lives. It’s good to be a little anxious at times. When walking down a deserted street at night, anxiety keeps us on alert and ready to fight or take flight should a dangerous situation arise.But for many people, especially adolescents, anxiety can become the norm instead of the exception. Just walking into a classroom or being with a group of people … [Read more...]
It’s rare that any of us will get through life without experiencing anxiety at some point. But some people have the burden of dealing with anxiety on a daily basis. Whether it’s over something big or insignificant, anxiety stops us from living a normal life full of joy and potential. Here are 5 ways you […]
It’s rare that any of us will get through life without experiencing anxiety at some point. But some people have the burden of dealing with anxiety on a daily basis. Whether it’s over something big or insignificant, anxiety stops us from living a normal life full of joy and potential.Here are 5 ways you can begin reducing your anxiety:1. Recognize You Are in ControlWhen you are in the grips of anxiety, it feels very much like it has total control … [Read more...]
Millions of people deal with stress and anxiety on a daily basis. Whether it’s a result of phobias, depressions, or post-traumatic stress, anxiety can take a toll on our mind and health. If you deal with anxiety you most likely have looked into ways you can help calm your emotional rollercoaster. Perhaps you’ve even tried […]
Millions of people deal with stress and anxiety on a daily basis. Whether it’s a result of phobias, depressions, or post-traumatic stress, anxiety can take a toll on our mind and health.If you deal with anxiety you most likely have looked into ways you can help calm your emotional rollercoaster. Perhaps you’ve even tried some self-help techniques in the past. While these methods can provide some relief, it’s often temporary.To rid yourself of … [Read more...]
Did you ever play the game called “telephone” growing up? One kid whispered a secret message into the ear of the kid next to him. That kid then whispered the “same” message into the ear of the kid next to her. On and on each kid would whisper the message around the circle until you […]
Did you ever play the game called “telephone” growing up? One kid whispered a secret message into the ear of the kid next to him. That kid then whispered the “same” message into the ear of the kid next to her. On and on each kid would whisper the message around the circle until you came to the last kid, who would then announce the secret message aloud.Often the final message sounded nothing like the original message. That’s because every person … [Read more...]
It’s normal to feel anxious from time to time. Perhaps you get a bit nervous speaking in front of people or going on a job interview. But for some people, anxiety becomes a frequent and forceful occurrence that completely takes over their lives. Since anxiety comes in many forms, for instance panic attacks, phobias and […]
It’s normal to feel anxious from time to time. Perhaps you get a bit nervous speaking in front of people or going on a job interview. But for some people, anxiety becomes a frequent and forceful occurrence that completely takes over their lives.Since anxiety comes in many forms, for instance panic attacks, phobias and social anxiety, it can often be difficult to tell if what you’re experiencing is “normal” or has crossed the line into a mood … [Read more...]
It is said we fear the unknown, which is why many people shy away from receiving therapy. It can be intimidating walking into your therapist’s office for the very first time, not knowing what to expect. On the flip side, some people assume they know everything about therapy and are then quite surprised when receiving treatment. The […]
It is said we fear the unknown, which is why many people shy away from receiving therapy. It can be intimidating walking into your therapist’s office for the very first time, not knowing what to expect.On the flip side, some people assume they know everything about therapy and are then quite surprised when receiving treatment.The thing is, though therapy is not as stigmatized as it once was, it is still not talked about in most social circles. … [Read more...]
How to know when you are doing THE MOST and most importantly, how to stop! Written by: Yameen Chestnut, MS, LMFT, NCC As a parent or significant other, we can all relate to an instance where we simply didn’t quite perform up to the task of fulfilling responsibilities or meeting our own expectations. In whichever […]
How to know when you are doing THE MOST and most importantly, how to stop! Written by: Yameen Chestnut, MS, LMFT, NCC As a parent or significant other, we can all relate to an instance where we simply didn’t quite perform up to the task of fulfilling responsibilities or meeting our own expectations. In whichever capacity, it often seems that our roles have become more burdened, more complicated and overall more difficult with all that we want … [Read more...]
Written by: Calvalyn Day, MsED Turkey will all the trimmings around a harvest inspired table. Chestnuts roasting on an open fire. The holiday season is supposed to be a joyous time, but many people limp through the occasion from house to house dreading ever minute. Recently, I was speaking with a colleague who had told […]
Written by: Calvalyn Day, MsED Turkey will all the trimmings around a harvest inspired table. Chestnuts roasting on an open fire. The holiday season is supposed to be a joyous time, but many people limp through the occasion from house to house dreading ever minute. Recently, I was speaking with a colleague who had told his out of town family he would be working over the Thanksgiving weekend to avoid the trip out of state for the festivities. … [Read more...]
