The Power of Reframing: A Powerful Tool for Stress Reduction and Anxiety Management

Cognitive reframing is a powerful mental tool that can help you shift your perspective on challenging situations. Whether you're struggling with stress, self-doubt, or negative thought patterns, reframing offers a constructive way to view obstacles as opportunities for growth. By learning how to challenge unhelpful thoughts, you can reduce emotional distress, build resilience, and improve your overall well-being. In this blog, we’ll explore the benefits of cognitive reframing, practical examples, and how you can start integrating this technique into your daily life.

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Feeling Lonely This Holiday Season? You’re Not Alone—Here’s How to Find Comfort

Feeling Lonely This Holiday Season? You’re Not Alone—Here’s How to Find Comfort

It’s that time of year…The streets are lit up with festive decorations, families are gathered together, and there’s a sense of warmth and joy in the air. But you’re sitting alone in your apartment, watching the world go by from your window. You haven’t seen your family in months, and even though you’ve received a few text messages, you feel disconnected, as if you’re watching life happen from the outside. The loneliness feels heavy, almost suffocating.

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Reasons to Stay: Let’s Talk About Marriage and Relationships

Reasons to Stay: Let’s Talk About Marriage and Relationships

Staying in a relationship through tough times isn’t always easy, but sometimes it’s worth the struggle. It’s not about ignoring the problems, but about facing them with a willingness to grow together. Whether you view your relationship through a spiritual lens or simply as a partnership, commitment is messy—and that’s okay. Staying gives you the chance to reevaluate, learn from each other, and possibly rediscover the love and connection that seemed lost.

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Is Social Media Contributing to your Mental Health?

Is Social Media Contributing to your Mental Health?

According to National Center for Health Research surveys, the most popular social media platforms are YouTube (95%), TikTok (67%), Instagram (62%), Snapchat(59%), and Facebook (32%). There has been much talk on how the use of social media can be harmful to our mental health if not managed. Social media can disrupt our sleep, impact our cortisol levels, increase symptoms of anxiety, depression and loneliness. Social media can increase negative thoughts about ourselves if low self esteem and insecurities are pre-existing. Although social media can be educational and informative if the sources are legitimate, the cons are very much alive, especially for younger, impressionable generations, where looks and money seem to be threaded into views.

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Am I Anxiously Attached in my Relationship?

Am I Anxiously Attached in my Relationship?

Understanding attachment styles is crucial for maintaining healthy relationships. Anxiously attached individuals often experience distress and insecurity in their relationships, which can lead to various challenges. This blog aims to shed light on the symptoms of anxious attachment, provide real-life examples, and offer practical solutions to improve relationship dynamics.

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The Power of Communication: How Effective Communication Can Prevent Divorce and Foster Lasting Marriages

The Power of Communication: How Effective Communication Can Prevent Divorce and Foster Lasting Marriages

Effective communication is the cornerstone of a thriving and enduring marriage. It serves as the foundation upon which trust, intimacy, and understanding are built. Conversely, poor communication can lead couples down a path towards divorce, as unresolved issues, misunderstandings, and emotional disconnection erode the marital bond.

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Relationships: Discovering Wholeness Within Yourself and Overcoming the Fear of Being Alone

Relationships: Discovering Wholeness Within Yourself and Overcoming the Fear of Being Alone

In today's society, the idea that relationships are the key to personal fulfillment and happiness has become deeply ingrained. We often hear phrases like "you complete me" or "I can't live without you," perpetuating the belief that being in a relationship is the ultimate goal. However, the truth is that relationships do not make you whole. In this blog post, we will explore this misconception, discuss strategies to prevent ourselves from falling into the trap of believing this lie, and address the fear of being alone. By finding wholeness within ourselves and reframing singleness, we can cultivate healthier relationships, lead fulfilling lives, and overcome the fear of being alone.

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Understanding Anxious Attachment: Moving Towards Secure Relationships

Understanding Anxious Attachment: Moving Towards Secure Relationships

Attachment styles play a crucial role in our relationships, shaping the way we connect and bond with others. Among the various attachment styles, anxious attachment stands out as a common pattern that affects friendships and romantic relationships. In this blog, we will explore the world of anxious attachment, answering the question: "How do I know if I am anxiously attached?" Furthermore, we will delve into the origins of anxious attachment, its negative impact on relationships, and most importantly, provide guidance on how to transition from an anxious attachment style to a secure one.

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Breaking Free from Comparison Traps and Negative Thinking: Top 5 Strategies for 2023

Breaking Free from Comparison Traps and Negative Thinking: Top 5 Strategies for 2023

Comparison traps and negative thinking can have a significant impact on our mental well-being, leading to feelings of inadequacy, low self-esteem, and diminished happiness. In this blog, we will explore five powerful strategies to combat comparison traps and negative thinking. These research-backed techniques will help individuals navigate the challenges of the digital age and foster a positive mindset in 2023.

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Moms and Special Needs Children - Jessica Ryder, MA

Moms and Special Needs Children - Jessica Ryder, MA

When traveling by plane, every parent knows this important reminder, “In the event of an emergency, please put on your oxygen mask before assisting younger children”. As parents we understand and agree, but this reminder also applies to motherhood as a whole, and especially to those caring for special needs children. You need to learn to help yourself first before you can help your child, and you should not wait until there’s an emergency.

Research has found that some mothers of children with autism had physiological stress profiles similar to those of combat soldiers…

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Pornography Addiction - Louis Faith, MA

Pornography Addiction - Louis Faith, MA

Pornography addiction is defined as one having an obsessive need to engage in pornographic materials despite any negative consequences that engaging it has on the individual. Pornography addiction does not discriminate, and it can affect anyone at any time. When a person begins using pornography, and the amount of time they are using it determines the severity of the addiction and its withdrawal symptoms.

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Self Help

Self Help

I know you’re emotionally drained, worn out, burn out, sick and tired of being sick and tired. Everyday feels more and more like groundhog day. You can be really hard on yourself, you know. You assume others have it way better than you. You think to yourself, “how lucky are they?” “…they must be so happy.” You continue to ponder if something is actually wrong with you.

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