Tag: #hope
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Healthy Coping Mechanisms for Stress
Stress can be something that hinders your reality. However, it can be handled in a way that helps you cope. Coping Mechanisms Asking for help and support The first step to take is asking for help and support. This help can come from a family member, friend or licensed professional. Currently, I am handling…
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How To Find the Right Therapist When Going Through a Mental Health Crisis
When choosing a therapist, finding one you are comfortable with is best. The therapist is the person you will be sharing your innermost thoughts with and solace. When searching for a therapist, I chose a woman because I was more comfortable that way. First, write down why you want to see a therapist. Then…
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The slow crawl to healing after 13+ years of trauma
By: Brittany Gonzales Trauma can be many things *Disclaimer: I am not a professional. These are my own personal experiences and wisdom. We all have our healing journeys in life. For some people (like me) it takes several years to heal from a traumatic event. These traumatic events can range from a car accident, violent…
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The Power of Poetry
Strands of my Red Hair By: Brittany Gonzales Strands of my red hair fall daily, In a blink I lose a piece of myself—— Where do all of these pieces reside? Are they on my chocolate-colored couch, sunk in between the cushions? Will they appear in the unlikeliest of places, the need to collect my pieces back, Next, these fine hairs can…
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The Small Moments Bring the Most Peace
The Delicious Seabass, A Mouthwatering Fish of My Dreams The seabass is a yummy delight that awakens my taste buds. Once that yummy delight reaches my tongue, my mouth waters as the fish excites all my senses. If cooked properly, the smell of freshly baked seabass is like heaven. Heaven because I know that…