Category: Mental Health
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Rebirth in Mind: The Power of a New Mindset
Introduction As we journey through life, we occasionally encounter crossroads that require us to reevaluate our paths. Some may perceive these crossroads as obstacles, but many of us consider these as opportunities to start anew, to pursue a path less travelled or to change our direction entirely. In such instances, a phrase that often surfaces…
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10 Ways to Nurture Self-Love in a Critical World
I. Introduction As human beings, we all crave love and acceptance. Unfortunately, the world we live in is often critical and unforgiving, which can make it challenging to nurture self-love. As someone who has suffered from severe clinical depression, I know firsthand how difficult it can be to battle negative self-talk. However, I also know…
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Unravelling the Mystery: You Are Not Your Troubling Thoughts
Introduction Every human being is an intricate tapestry of emotions, thoughts, experiences, and potential. Sometimes, as we traverse the roller coaster of life, we encounter moments of self-doubt and fear, wrestle with troubling thoughts, and grapple with feelings of inadequacy. The first, and most important, thing to remember in such instances is: you are not…
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Cultivating Patience: Strategies for the Art of Waiting
Developing patience and improving your ability to wait can be a valuable skill in many areas of life. Here are some strategies that can help you cultivate patience: 1. Recognize the benefits of patience: Understand that patience is not just about waiting; it’s about maintaining emotional stability, reducing stress, and making better decisions. Recognizing the…
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A Letter about Depression
Reader, You are about to read a personal expression written from a depression and psychosis sufferer. We are not talking about a bad day, or a case of the blues, being depressed for days, weeks, or even months. We’re talking about severe clinical depression that this person has had to live with for years, plus…
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Anger | Bridge Over Troubled Water | Patience, Love, God
From the archives An interesting event occurred yesterday (June 8, 2006) that revealed anger to be an opportunity. I was walking back home after an appointment downtown in the morning and had an encounter with a rude motorist. I gestured a “what gives” posture as I tried to cross at the intersection, on the pedestrian…