The Move When we first found out we had to move, I was overwhelmed with anxiety, partially because we had no idea where we were going to move! With the help of family, we decided to move to Ohio. That meant this would be the biggest move we’ve ever made, so bring on the anxiety! […]
Performing acts of service for others can be a great way to take the focus off yourself and put it on others. In other words, it’s a excellent way to get outside of your head. “Research has shown that when you help other people, the reward center of your brain is kick-started. You get a rush
I found this in my collection of Tips and Tricks for Mental Health this morning and thought I’d share.
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My wife and I have taken up Zentangle Art. The term Zentangle can be broken down into two words: Zen & Tangle. Zen is a state of mind where any emotion or thought does not bind you. The created patterns are referred to as “tangles” and are mixtures of dots, lines, basic curves, and orbs.
In a Fog The move brought another change. We did not want to put our kids back into the school district where we lived, so my wife started homeschooling them. Our son had some behavior challenges and fought being homeschooled, which made the stress level in our home a little high. Work was steady and
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Meeting with a psychiatrist on a regular basis can offer numerous benefits for your mental and emotional well-being. I’ve had some good experiences with psychiatrists and a few bad ones but overall if it were not for psychiatrists I would not be here. I’ve found the good ones give you the information, explain the benefits
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Spending time with people Spending time with people when you’re depressed can have numerous benefits for your mental and emotional well-being. Here are ten advantages of socializing during difficult times: Emotional support: Being around people who care about you can provide a strong emotional support system. They can offer empathy, understanding, and a listening ear,
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Finding a Tool That Helps When I went to the hospital in Florida four years ago, they taught me how to be me and live with my anxiety. There is no cure for anxiety, but it is manageable. I put together an “go bag” with tools to help deal with anxiety. I learned to pay
Relative Road Trip Well, we are in the Great White North this week only it’s all mosquitos this time of year instead of snow. My father-in-law is having some health problems so we thought it would be a good time to visit. It’s a good thing and a bad thing. Good that we are visiting
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While caffeine is generally considered safe for most people when consumed in moderate amounts, individuals with certain mental health conditions may benefit from reducing or avoiding caffeine intake. Two years ago, I was encouraged to stop drinking Dr. Pepper. OK scratch that. My wife bribed me to quit, and I did. I am now a
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