Self-forgiveness offers profound benefits for both mental and emotional well-being. By letting go of resentment and negative emotions towards ourselves, we experience reduced stress and anxiety levels which contribute to overall better health. Embracing forgiveness fosters inner peace and enhances …
Digital Detox-Why Unplugging is Critical to Good Mental Health
In today’s digitally connected world, social media has become an integral part of our daily lives. While it offers numerous benefits, such as staying in touch with loved ones and accessing information, the constant barrage of updates, opinions, and images …
Doors, Windows, Bare Feet, and Why I Do What I Do
Doors, Windows, Bare Feet, and Why I Do What I Do I’ve been asked quite a few times why I write about such personal things. For the most part, people in my life think it’s a good thing, thankfully. The …
Self-Care is More Than Just a Bubble Bath.
Living with mental illness can make even the simplest acts feel like completely impossible challenges. It can really make self-care a challenge. Depression and anxiety can deplete our energy levels, cloud our judgment and it can make us feel hopeless. …
Why Inside Out?
WHY INSIDE OUT? Okay, so, WHY “Inside Out”? The reason I chose this phrase as the title for my blog, is actually because of my son. Years ago, when he was very young, he would lose his ever-loving mind if …
The Joys of Social Anxiety Disorder
If I’m being honest, this post is here to serve as an open apology to everyone in my life. And hopefully, some kind of an explanation. The joys of social anxiety disorder are truly not joys at all. It hurts …