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Conquering Imposter Syndrome

Conquering Imposter Syndrome

by Ali Barnum | Aug 13, 2023 | Identity, Mental Health, Mindfulness, Tools

Imposter syndrome, a feeling of inadequacy despite evidence of success, impacts many individuals. This is a psychological phenomenon that leaves people doubting their accomplishments and fearing that they will be exposed as frauds or fake. The haunting thought of not...
Understanding and Coping with “Feeling Empty”

Understanding and Coping with “Feeling Empty”

by Ali Barnum | Aug 12, 2023 | Coping, Happiness, Mental Health, Mindfulness, Self Care, Support

Feeling empty is an emotion that can be particularly distressing and challenging to understand and explain. This sense of hollowness can leave people feeling disconnected from themselves and the world around them. While it is important to remember that everyone...
Coping With the Transition for Back to School

Coping With the Transition for Back to School

by Ali Barnum | Jul 24, 2023 | Intention, Mental Health, Mindfulness, New Beginnings, Support, Teens

As summer begins to wind down, we begin to think about the months ahead and consider the changes we need to make in our lives. For many, this means back to school season and a new semester of classes. After having more flexibility and freedom over the summer, the...
Understanding Imposter Syndrome

Understanding Imposter Syndrome

by Ali Barnum | Jun 29, 2023 | Identity, Mental Health, Mindfulness, Support

Understanding Imposter Syndrome and Overcoming Self-Doubt Imposter syndrome is a prevalent phenomenon that affects individuals across various domains, from professionals to students, and even high achievers. It refers to the persistent feeling of inadequacy and the...
The Use of Timelines in Art Therapy

The Use of Timelines in Art Therapy

by Ali Barnum | Jun 22, 2023 | Counseling, Intention, Mental Health, Mindfulness, Support, Therapy

An underutilized intervention in art therapy is making a timeline of events in your life. You can use creative timelines to depict a series of events in your life. It can also be the artistic element you use to depict feelings about those events. Also, they can help...
The Healing Power of Nature

The Healing Power of Nature

by Ali Barnum | Jun 22, 2023 | Coping, Intention, Meditation, Mental Health, Mindfulness

The Healing Power of Nature: How Outdoor Activities Benefit Mental Health In our increasingly hectic and digitally-driven lives, it’s easy to feel disconnected from the natural world around us. Spending time in nature and engaging in outdoor activities can have...
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