by Ali Barnum | Aug 14, 2023 | Mental Health, Skills, Support
Confronting Avoidance: Embracing the ACT Skill for Improved Mental Health Avoidance is a common coping mechanism that many individuals resort to when faced with difficult emotions or challenging situations. While it may provide temporary relief, prolonged avoidance...
by Ali Barnum | Jul 27, 2023 | Coping, Health, Intention, Skills, Support, Tools
Our daily habits play a significant role in shaping our overall well-being. While some habits can contribute to our mental health and happiness, others have a detrimental impact on our emotional and psychological well-being. In this blog post, we will shed light on...
by Ali Barnum | Jul 26, 2023 | Anxiety, Coping, Intention, Skills, Support
Finding motivation when we feel overwhelmed by an endless to-do list can be challenging. In today’s fast-paced world, it is not uncommon to feel overwhelmed by the never-ending tasks and responsibilities that pile up on our to-do lists. The sheer volume of work...
by Ali Barnum | Jun 14, 2023 | Intention, Mindfulness, Skills
The Grounding Experience of a Daily Cup of Coffee Some people frown upon the idea of a daily cup of coffee for people who deal with anxiety. It’s true that the caffeine in coffee can intensify pre-existing anxiety symptoms. However, I know most coffee drinkers...
by Ali Barnum | Jun 7, 2023 | Anxiety, Coping, Intention, Mental Health, Mindfulness, Skills, Support
Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety is a common experience that many of us face in our daily lives. Fortunately, there are various strategies we can employ to alleviate its grip on our minds and regain a sense of calm. One such powerful tool is journaling, which provides a...
by Ali Barnum | Jun 6, 2023 | Coping, Mental Health, Skills, Support
Understanding and Coping with Stress: Simple Techniques for a Calmer Mind Stress has become an all-too familiar part of a lot of people’s everyday lives, and impacts our mental and emotional well-being. The demands of work, personal relationships, and societal...