The following article is 100% written from the heart of our guest author, Kayla Adamson “Don’t adapt to the energy in the room,𝑰𝒏𝒇𝒍𝒖𝒆𝒏𝒄𝒆 the energy in the room” -Unknown I want to talk about something that has truly transformed the way I navigate through life: the idea of not merely […]
Help for the Helpers
For all the first responders on scene of a tragic event or accident, medical professionals, and in the mental health field: you are strong, you are brave, and you are human. After experiencing these difficult experiences, please remember to provide yourself with some self-care as you cope with witnessing tragedy. […]
The Four Attachment Styles
Knowing your attachment style can help you understand your relationships with others. Understanding your partner or friend’s attachment style will help you understand why they do the things that they do. Our attachments styles develop in our early childhood, as result of the relationship with our parents or caregivers. […]
Five Conflict Managment Styles
To quote William Ellery Channing: “Difficulties are meant to rouse, not discourage. The human spirit is to grow strong by conflict.” Conflicts are bound to happen at some point in our lives. Some causes of conflicts include: power struggles, differences in beliefs, desire for participation, repetitive negative behaviors, money and […]
The Importance of Self-Care for Caregivers
Taking care of yourself is so important, especially when you are a caregiver. If you don’t take care of yourself, then you can’t take care of others. Self-care should be an essential part of our daily routines. Self-care is not a selfish act but is a very essential part of […]
What is a Healthy Relationship?
We all at some point have been able to pinpoint an unhealthy relationship, either our own or someone else’s. Usually, there is physical, emotional, or mental abuse. It is easy to tell when someone is hurting you or someone you know, because it feels bad. It is difficult for many […]
The Path Towards Forgiveness
Ever wonder what forgiveness is? What does it mean to forgive? Forgiveness is a process where someone who has been wronged chooses to let go of their resentment, and treat the wrongdoer with compassion. Deepening Understanding of Forgiveness:Forgiveness does not mean forgetting or condoning the wrongdoing, granting legal mercy, or […]
PTSD
My Thoughts and Opinions Regarding Post Traumatic Stress DisorderLately, I’ve noticed so many people carrying invisible pain—hearts weighed down by memories they wish they could escape. If you are reading this and it feels like I’m speaking to you, I want you to know something first: you are not alone. […]