Romanticizing the idea of “the one that got away” can feel bittersweet and poetic—a nostalgic reflection on a past love who seemed perfect but slipped through your fingers. It’s a trope we see in movies, hear in songs, and replay in our own memories. But here’s the thing: that idealized version of “the one that […]
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Acceptance, Relationships
Burnout has become a buzzword in recent years, but for good reason. It’s more than just being tired—it’s a state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion caused by prolonged stress. Recognizing the factors that increase your risk of burnout can be the first step in protecting your well-being and creating balance in your life. Let’s
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Boundaries, Perfectionism, Professional/Work, Stress
January has a way of feeling heavier than most months. The holidays are over, the weather is colder (and often grayer), and the excitement of New Year’s resolutions might already be losing its sparkle. It’s easy to let the weight of the season settle in. But sometimes, the antidote to a dreary month isn’t found
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Acceptance, Affirmations, Celebrate, Gratitude
Presidential elections can stir up a whirlwind of emotions—hope, anxiety, anger, exhaustion, or even numbness. The campaign season, with its heated debates, relentless news cycles, and divisive rhetoric, often leaves us grappling with more than just political opinions. For many, these events can trigger deeper emotional responses rooted in past experiences, highlighting the importance of
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Stress, Therapy, Trauma
When it comes to navigating the challenges of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), finding the right therapeutic approach can feel like untangling a complex web of thoughts and behaviors. Two evidence-based therapies, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), have emerged as powerful tools in helping individuals reclaim their lives from the grip
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OCD, Therapy, Treatments
Setting boundaries can feel awkward at first, especially if you’re someone who tends to avoid conflict or prioritize others’ needs over your own. But healthy boundaries are essential for maintaining your mental well-being and building relationships that feel supportive rather than draining. The good news? You don’t need a scriptwriter or hours of preparation to
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Boundaries, Communication
Social media has become a central part of our daily lives. It’s where we connect with friends, share milestones, and keep up with the latest trends. But it’s also a place where boundaries—those invisible lines that protect our time, energy, and emotional well-being—can blur faster than a disappearing Snapchat message. Setting boundaries on social media
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Boundaries, Mental Health, Social Media
Food freedom is a term that’s buzzing in wellness circles, but what does it actually mean? Spoiler: it’s not about ditching structure or ignoring nutrition. It’s about creating a healthy, sustainable relationship with food—one that works for you, not against you. At its core, food freedom is the absence of guilt, shame, or anxiety around
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Acceptance, Nutrition
Hypnosis is a state of focused attention and control, often described as a trance or altered state of consciousness. It is a natural state of mind and body connection that bypasses your thinking mind (conscious mind) and taps into the inner resources of your subconscious mind. Your subconscious mind is limitless. It stores everything –
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Anxiety, Children, Depression, Professional/Work, Stress, Teens, Therapy, Treatments
Picture this: You’re standing at the edge of a diving board – the high one. You’ve climbed up here, step by step, fueled by a dream. But now, looking down into the waters far below, doubt whispers, “What if you can’t?” That’s the moment – the exact point where dreams either take flight or tumble.
We are the product of our everyday habits. What we do and how we do influences everything, from our personality to our productivity. But… we all have bad habits that use up our valuable time and energy. If you find yourself feeling exhausted or depressed seemingly out of nowhere, a great place to start is
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Depression, Stress, Wellness
The silent struggle. The club that no one wants to join. One that feels isolating and lonely despite the fact that everyone will experience it at some point in time. Grief… it’s such a heavy word. And its process is so individualized that it’s understandable how those feelings of isolation and loneliness can arise. Everyone
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Depression, Grief, How To
Happy New Year, Happy New Decade, And, Here’s to a Happy and Healthy New YOU! This time of year, we often reflect on the past year, planning ahead for the year to come. We may make resolutions about changes we want to make internally and externally in our daily lives. So, how do we do
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How To, Professional/Work, Stress, Wellness
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
“Why can’t I remember anything?!” We all misplace our keys or forget why we went into the other room sometimes, but if you’re finding this happens to you more often than you’d like, you may think you’re experiencing problems focusing. But oftentimes, these are signs of poor working memory. Tangent time. I originally was going
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Children, Depression, How To, Stress, Wellness