Coloring books are super popular right now, and for good reason! The act of coloring provides nostalgia for simpler times in our lives and creates a sense of relaxation through in-the-moment awareness and keeping our hands busy! Mindful coloring asks you to focus on how you choose and apply color in a design to bring […]
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Anxiety, Children, Depression, How To, Journals, Stress, Teens, Wellness
Self-Discovery Journal Prompts In what situations has my greatest strength served me well? What are ten things I am grateful for this week? What can I do to take better care of myself? What do I need more of in my life? What does my ideal day look like? What is a missed opportunity I
I’ll bet you write daily. Facebook posts. Instagram posts. Tweets. Texts. therapy journal Recording our experiences is human nature – hey, how else have we gotten so many novels, textbooks, and research? We can use our natural urge to record to our benefit! Journaling is a form of writing that not only records our thoughts,
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Anxiety, Depression, How To, Journals, Stress, Wellness
Ah, the Sunday Scaries—those pesky feelings of anxiety and dread that sneak up on us as the weekend winds down and the reality of Monday looms. Many of us know the drill: the mix of unfinished tasks from the week past and the daunting responsibilities of the week ahead converge to form a storm of
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Anxiety, Challenges, Journals
Emotions can be incredibly powerful and overwhelming, especially during challenging times. Whether it’s stress, anxiety, sadness, or anger, it’s important to acknowledge and process your emotions in a healthy way. Our emotions serve as a window to our soul. Whether it’s joy, sadness, anger, or love, every emotion tells a story, and it’s essential for
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Emotions, How To, Journals, Mindfulness
Do you ever find yourself feeling down or negative, even on good days? Changing your outlook on life can be a difficult task, but practicing gratitude is a great way to shift your perspective. By focusing on the positive aspects of your life, you can improve your mental health and overall happiness. Keeping a Gratitude
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January is self-love month! And what better way to celebrate than to make some changes in your daily routine. Follow us on social media to follow along starting on 1/8/23, or start your self-lead journey at any time. Tag us @blossomcandw to share your challenge! Day 1- Make a list of your strengths and good
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Just because it is not Thanksgiving does not mean we can’t still be grateful! In fact, practicing gratitude has been shown to have many positive effects on overall well-being. Studies have shown that for romantic partners, expressing gratitude to each other leads to higher relationship satisfaction and quality. On an individual level, studies have shown
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Anger gets a bad reputation. It’s often labeled as “negative,” “destructive,” or something to be suppressed. But the truth is, anger is a completely valid emotion—one that can actually be a messenger if you’re willing to listen. Underneath anger, there’s usually something deeper: hurt, fear, disappointment, shame, or even a sense of powerlessness. If you
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Anger, Coping Skills, Emotions, Journals