RESOURCES
Written and curated by MandyThroughout my career, I have found that there are some tried and true resources that can be beneficial in my clients’ mental health journey. This space is home to those assets, as well as some other writings and learnings that I have discovered along the way.
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*These resources should not be used as a replacement for virtual or in-person therapy, and represent a compliment to mental health services.
How to create a Physical Space that supports your Headspace
Our environment and everyday surroundings can have a big impact on our mental health. We often don’t realize how something like a cluttered home or fluorescent lighting can affect our mood and well-being. When we are in a physical space that looks or feels stressful, it is most likely going to lead us to feel this way in our headspace. Here are some strategies if you’re looking to create an environment to support your mental health:
Strategies to Support a Positive Start to the New Year
Happy New Year! Moving into a new year can feel refreshing and also reinforce us to reflect on the previous year and identify personal goals for the future. It’s normal to feel mixed emotions as a new year starts and it’s also okay to not have specific resolutions. You know yourself best and what feels right for your own personal growth. Remember, growth and healing aren’t linear and we can try to practice embracing both the ups and downs while trusting the process.
Setting Boundaries
Setting boundaries can be intimidating and it can feel easier to accept current patterns than advocating for yourself. It is also common to struggle with people pleasing which can result in you feeling extreme discomfort with saying “no” and sacrificing your own needs. Having no boundaries can take a toll on your well-being and also result in unhealthy dynamics with others. When we practice setting healthy boundaries, we are honoring our own wants and needs to create a clear guideline of how we would like to be treated.
Five Mindfulness Practices to Help Reduce Stress and Anxiety
Mindfulness is something that we can all practice and incorporate in our daily lives. When we practice mindfulness, we are creating space to bring awareness to the present moment through our thoughts, feelings and sensations without judgment. Practicing mindfulness can be a helpful strategy to utilize when faced with stress, anxiety and frustration. It can be challenging to start and starting small can feel more attainable.