I tend to be open about my mental health as it relates to my experience with grief and depression as a way to continue to raise awareness and create dialogue for both issues. Speaking up about it offers me a sense of peace of mind as I’ve been lucky to find...
Read MoreMany of us have said something like this to ourselves or to someone else. We think therapy might be helpful, but for one reason or another, we are hesitant to give it a try.
Read MoreEvents such as the death of a family member, natural disasters or emotional and physical abuse can leave a negative mark in our life. According to Psychology Today, "Trauma feelings cannot be repressed or forgotten". This will lead to Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder.
Read MoreWe learned via SEAustraila that anyone who wishes to feel empowered again and learn about "their body’s natural ability to calm itself after strong feelings or activation caused by a situation they perceive as being stressful or threatening" can benefit from somatic healing.
Read MoreAccording to an article by Woman's Day, "One of the most important components of healing is recognizing the powerful connection between your mind and body". The article states, "Studies show that stress and negative emotions can cause a physical reaction that can slow your body's ability to heal". Here are a few tips to help you foster self-healing:
Read MoreWe learned via Personal Development Central that holistic life coaching has several benefits if you are looking to make changes in your life. If you are stuck in some areas of your life or aren’t feeling fulfilled or satisfied, a holistic life coach can help you widen your perspective and help you grow spiritually, mentally and emotionally.
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According to NPR, research shows that depression and anxiety cost the world economy $1 trillion every year. What makes mental illness a global threat? Dr. Shekhar Saxena of the World Health Organization says, "Mental illnesses are common in every country - rich or poor - and they cause a lot of debt and a lot of disability. That's what makes it important".
Read MoreWe learned via RecoveryRanch that somatic therapy is gaining recognition for helping victims recover from trauma. Somatic therapy is notable because it can be useful to heal all kinds of trauma, from people who have been in accidents to victims of violence or sexual abuse.
Read MoreWe learned via an article by the Huffington Post that misconceptions about seeking therapy may actually stop someone who wants to see a therapist. However, they stated that Noah Rubinstein, founder and CEO of therapist directory GoodTherapy.org, says, “People go to therapy to cope with disorders, relationships, stress, grief, to figure out who they are and learn to live life to the fullest. There’s no shame in wanting a better life.” Read on to learn about 10 of the most common myths about seeking a therapist.
Read MoreAccording to Somatic Experiencing Australia, "anybody who wishes to regain a sense of empowerment by learning about and experiencing their body's natural ability to calm itself after strong feelings or activation caused by a situation they perceive as being stressful or threatening can benefit from somatic experiencing".
Read MoreWe learned via PsychCentral that life events such as death, illness, near-death accidents or experiences can result in traumas. However, Somatic Psychotherapy or Somatic Healing, can help patients suffering from trauma to cope and recover. PsychCentral defines Somatic therapy as a “holistic therapy that studies the relationship between the mind and body in regard to psychological past.”
Read MoreThe American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT) aims to "enhance the recognition of the profession and practice of marriage and family therapy," as it is often confused with other behavioral healthcare disciplines. In this video, AAMFT wants to inform the public that marriage and family therapy is a distinct profession, and to dispel the myth that it is a subset of other behavioral healthcare professions.
Read MoreYoga has become one of the biggest fitness trends in recent years. Yoga studios are opening up in every city and there is surely at least one in your neighborhood. While yoga may be one of the biggest fitness trends nowadays, a study reveals yoga’s true healing powers for cancer survivors.
Read MoreThis article discusses the position of Nina Simons, the President and Co-Founder of Bioneers, who believes that reclaiming the feminine is crucial to helping us realign our personal and societal values and practices.
Read MoreThe rebozo (ree-bo-zo) is a delicately woven, multifunctional, traditional shawl from Mexico. According to Tereza Iniguez Flores, a Curandera and Holistic Life Coach at Community Well, the rebozo is a healing practice handed down by the ancestral grandmothers of Mexico.
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