Tag: #self-care
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List of Things to Help you Relax
I know how hard it can be to live with anxiety and depression. My blog is based on this after all! I live with these illnesses daily. There are ways you can relax when you are having an anxiety attack or a depressive episode. Ways to Relax: There are risks that can happen if you…
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Swimming Through the Currents
By: Brittany Gonzales My soul swims through the currents The majestic lake sparkles amongst the sun Inner peace is met within Tranquility is a new feeling in that emerald, green water. As I lap around the lake I am met with more currents This does not stop my inner journey For peace brings power …
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Positive Vibes Only, Sir & Madam
By: Brittany Gonzales Aligning your life towards positive vibes and thoughts could be the best thing you do. Think of it this way, it takes more energy to create negative thoughts and vibes than it does positivity. Why not treat yourself to a dose of optimism? I have a shirt that says, “Positive….mind, vibes, and…
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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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Dear Brittany: How do I mend my broken heart?
By: Brittany Gonzales Dear Brittany: I recently got out of an eight-year relationship. After giving this man eight precious years of my life he cheats on me. I was the bread winner of the relationship and have a successful event planning business. He had a job off and on. He would always say, “don’t worry,…
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Soaring to a better you!
By: Brittany Gonzales Deciding to hold yourself accountable for your actions is admirable. People may have caused your pain and suffering, but you design your life. I strive not to let my depression and anxiety keep me down. Instead, I soar to my better self! I have learned that life is not going to…
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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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Low Effort Yields Low Results & Why
I have learned a lot in my 29 years of living. While that does not make me a “seasoned” pro, I have great insights. I have always had wisdom in me that I love to share! At times I do feel like an old soul. While I have only been on this beautiful earth…
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Self-care has Many Faces
Why is self-care important? Self-care is something that you do for yourself because it is needed. Further, you cannot expect to be happy and take care of others if you first cannot take care of yourself. I always try to suggest to people that taking care of yourself first is not selfish. Once you get…