When asked how I am doing, I can once again say “I’m doing good.†I know this because I am making plans again. When I was circling the drain, I could not envision a future. Heck, I was having trouble seeing the edge of the drain. And feeling up against the wall made it almost impossible to see or feel anything. Making it … [Read more...] about My Depression Is Better, But Where Is Happy?
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Is Your Employer Supporting the Physical and Mental Health of Employees In The Pandemic?
Studies suggest it depends on who you are. When IMB polled Company Executives, they found 80% or more agreed or strongly agreed that they were being supportive. While many companies have not instituted hazard pay programs (or Superior service pay), others have. And those executives can point to these programs as evidence the company is being supportive. The study found … [Read more...] about Is Your Employer Supporting the Physical and Mental Health of Employees In The Pandemic?
Over the next year, what 3 improvements would you like to make in your life?
We are already 11 days into 2021. And that nagging feeling of possible problems is still trailing behind me like Pig Pen's dust cloud in the Peanuts comic strip. Everywhere I go, I am anxious, and I cannot put my finger on it. Worse, I am lying about it to those that care about me. I AM FINE. Life is good. Things are going well. These are the stock answers I have when … [Read more...] about Over the next year, what 3 improvements would you like to make in your life?
6 Astonishing Benefits of Journaling for Mental Health
If you are trying to improve your mental health, journaling has shown to be a particularly effective tool you can utilize. There are a lot of benefits that come from journaling regularly and it’s easy to fit into your daily routine. There are mornings when I cannot wait to get out of bed so that I can write in my journal. Here, we’ll … [Read more...] about 6 Astonishing Benefits of Journaling for Mental Health
Now You Too Can Use Coping Statements to Minimize Mental Health Conditions
Even those with long-term physical health conditions see the new year as a time to address their physical health and coping statements can help. Physical Health Coping Statements VS. Defensive Negative Self Talk (Negative Self Talk) I don’t feel like going for a walk –(Positive Coping Statement) “I always feel … [Read more...] about Now You Too Can Use Coping Statements to Minimize Mental Health Conditions
