I have an unhealthy habit that I’m trying to break. As someone who is Gen Z, has a remote job in marketing, and is in a long-distance relationship, I find myself chronically on my phone. So many important aspects of my life have a significant virtual presence....
Living with mental illness can feel like an uphill battle. There are many inspirational posts that talk about fostering self-love, taking time to participate in self-care, and becoming the grounded well-rounded person that doesn’t let anything phase them. The truth is...
I found a great quote from the book, The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel: “Yes, but I have something that you’ll never have; enough. The idea of having enough might look like conservatism, leaving opportunity and potential on the table. I don’t...
I recently completed a journal prompt that asked me to pretend to have a conversation with my inner critic (yes, therapists participate in therapy too). This prompt instructed me to approach my inner critic with curiosity instead of shame and fear and ask what those...
My newest fixation is gardening. But this hobby will last, either in practice or theory. Some things I planted, expecting them to bloom immediately. I killed a plant once because I gave it too much water. I rushed the process in search of the perfect...
You may be hearing the phrase “I don’t have the spoons right now” and wondering what that means, especially if you’ve invited them to a holiday gathering. “Spoon Theory” comes from Christine Miserandi, who lives with Lupus, and centers around a way...
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