The brain is one of the most important organs in our body and controls our conscious habits. Simulating the brain occasionally will improve its functionality. Develop a growth mindset Focus on change and growth instead of your current abilities Acknowledge skills that you have but you should also believe that you have plenty more to […]
Anxiety is a normal emotion and even healthy in small increments. If it becomes debilitating and prevents you from living your life productively, whether it may be our relationships, social life, and work, here are some tips: 1. Challenge your thoughts Anxious thoughts are intrusive cognitively distorted thoughts that magnify futuristic uncontrollable thoughts of negative […]
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Note: The views, information and, opinions expressed in this blog are solely of the individuals involved and do not necessarily represent those of Free Your Mind Initiative and Speak Your Mind. The contents of this blog are not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of […]
There is a psychological state that is between that is neither being flourished nor depressed. It isn’t burnout because you still have energy but you lose sense of purpose, feeling stagnant in life, joyless. Seemingly your life seems bleak and dull. It’s called languishing. Languish is a term coined by sociologist Corey Key defined as […]
For your first therapy session, some questions your therapist may ask you are: Why are you here, seeking therapy? What were your previous experiences with therapy, whether it may be participating in therapy or other methods you have tried for self-help (meditation, journaling, etc) Is there any family history (immediate family member(s)) who have had […]
Signs of imposter syndrome You often feel as though you are underperforming in comparison to peers A lot of awareness of how others are performing Experience chronic self-doubt, lack of confidence, and feel incapable of doing things expected of us in our area of expertise/education Worried that others will see you as a fraud Procrastinating […]
Depression is not something seen by the naked eye, it is psychological but can lead to physical effects in our body and brain. Researchers have found that untreated depression leads to neurodegenerative levels of brain inflammation. ** Untreated: no intervention at all to prevent or reduce a condition from worsening** Brain inflammation occurs in response […]
The summer before college will be one of the longest educational breaks you will have! Take time for some self-care, mental health reset, reflection, and planning. College is a once-in-a-lifetime experience and a step to being an independent adult. But honest this blog could be applied to any transitions in life Committing to a school […]
There comes a time when we just need someone to be there for us and we need to vent. If you’re an empath like me, experiencing emotional dumping feels like one is drained and exhausted after receiving or unloading your emotions. When we are feeling emotions that trigger us, it is important to communicate those […]