Mental Wellness seems to be something that many of us strive to attain, yet often don’t discuss our efforts, setbacks and challenges with others. Yet, every bit of effort to care for our mental health counts, and it's crucial to recognize that. Acknowledging progress, no...
Practicing gratitude can be simple and incorporated into your daily routine. Here are some easy ways to cultivate gratitude: Keep a Gratitude Journal: Take a few minutes each day to write down things you're grateful for. It could be specific events, people, or even small moments that brought...
is essential for overall well-being. Here are some tips to cultivate a positive mindset: Practice Gratitude: Focus on the positive aspects of your life by expressing gratitude for what you have. This can help shift your perspective towards positivity. Positive Affirmations: Use positive affirmations to challenge and overcome self-sabotaging thoughts....
The power of small steps is something we often overlook as we set our goals and New Year resolutions. We sometimes focus on our big aspirations – and sometimes miss the opportunity to take time to recognize the significance of the smaller victories in our...
We see it everywhere and especially in women: The constant pressure to achieve perfection in many aspects of our lives. What we may not realize is that the need for perfection can often stem from our inner critic (the very thoughts we tell ourselves). Perfectionism is...
At one of our recent Fearless Friday events, we discussed the power of gratitude. One idea that came up in conversation was the concept of daily journaling for gratitude! Let’s discuss this tool and explore how this simple yet profound habit can significantly enhance our...
Fearless Friday Holiday Favorites This past Fearless Friday, we discussed holiday music, how it makes us feel, the memories that music transports us to and how it promotes happiness! In case you missed it, here's our special list of holiday favorites! Wham, Last Christmas https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E8gmARGvPlI Alabama Thistlehair the Christmas...
Melody Madaris, Ph.D. The stigma of mental health conditions can be debilitating; it’s the reason so many people don’t seek the help they need and instead, suffer in silence. Within my social circles, it seems as though talking about traumatic experiences that one has had to...
Two years ago, I decided to get honest with myself about the emotional state of my life. I had just finished my doctorate, I was at the top of my career as a Licensed Professional Counselor and non-profit CEO, I was finally a homeowner, I...
In HER own words By: Brandi Ross It started when my parents got divorced when I was five. My father told me around age 11 that my mother had HIV, from that day forward I was always scared not knowing “how long” my mother had to live....