The Super Bowl is this weekend and many people are planning Super Bowl parties. It is a traditional weekend when family and friends gather together for Super Bowl parties. This has been a tradition for people for many years. A tradition that many people plan for a year in advance. It is almost an American […]
I used to run in cycles of depletion like it was the most normal thing ever. I thought that’s what life was. The weeks depleted you, and you use the weekends to recover. Trips to visit family were depleting and you “self-cared” your way afterwards. Chores around the house were all-consuming but you powered through […]
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Social anxiety is a common and often misunderstood challenge that many people face. It’s more than just feeling shy or nervous in social situations; it can be a deeply distressing experience that interferes with daily life, relationships, and well-being. If you often find yourself overwhelmed by fear of judgment, worry about embarrassing moments, or […]
How to Stop Taking Things Personally: Reclaiming Your Peace Through a Shift in Perception | Amority Health By: Rachel Cooper, MS, LPC-Associate Supervised by Amber Quaranta Leech, PHD, LPC-S This article was originally published on Amority Health’s Blog – Shifting Perceptions: Read the original article Quick Summary: Have you ever felt gutted by […]
I have been remiss to not yet mention play as self-care. It was staring me right in the face, but I had not yet named it. Self-care is play and play is self-care. Enjoyment. Fun. Geeking out on whatever lights you up. There are all types of play. The play you schedule. The play you […]
We typically use self-care as a way to restore depletion, to fill ourselves back up when we’ve spent too much. But this strategy never really works. Or it never worked for me. I felt better momentarily but the deficit lingered. If you’ve been around since I started, you know I have talked about what self-care […]
In every relationship, whether romantic, familial, or friendship-based, establishing healthy boundaries is essential for maintaining respect, trust, and emotional well-being. Boundaries serve as guidelines that help individuals define how they want to be treated and how much they are willing to give emotionally, physically, and mentally. Without these boundaries, relationships can become overwhelming, draining, or […]
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Many of us struggle daily with a relentless inner voice that criticizes, doubts, and undermines our worth. This “inner critic” can fuel anxiety, shame, and self-doubt, making it difficult to experience peace and joy. If you’ve ever found yourself trapped by negative self-talk, you’re not alone—and there is hope. At Restoring You Christian Counseling, […]
