This is how I start and end my day – with my Finding Hope journal – to constantly help my super stubborn brain be more positive. The daily exercises in the journal will help you feel better about yourself and your life, especially during challenging times. They’re the same ones I use to help me … Read more
It’s World Suicide Prevention Day, and I’m living proof that it’s possible to reduce deaths from suicide. There was a time when I was in such a dark place that I didn’t really care if I ever saw light again. I felt like the only way to stop hurting was to sleep so deeply that … Read more
If every day feels hard or out of your control, maybe you should talk to someone. One of the quickest and easiest ways to determine whether you’re experiencing symptoms of a mental health condition is to take a mental health screening from Mental Health America. It’s free, confidential, and anonymous. Once you have your results, … Read more
If you’re like the old me, you’re probably rushing around your life going to work, running errands, etc. and barely noticing your surroundings. It’s easy to do. But when you challenge yourself to really look for beauty as you go about your day, you’ll be amazed at what you see. What beauty did you notice … Read more
Did you know 51 million people in the US deal with mental illness every day? I’m one of them. I’ll be sharing more about my journey, as well as information that I hope will help you, as we kick off Mental Health Month. I’m open about my mental health now, but it hasn’t always been … Read more
May Mondays with #ichoosebeauty It’s Mental Health Month – Let’s do this! Today and every Monday in May, post a picture on Instagram of any beauty you notice in your world… something good in your day… anything that brings you joy. Share the photos in your feed using the hashtag #ichoosebeauty so we can easily … Read more
Let’s lift each other up with some beauty and joy in May, which happens to be Mental Health Month. It’s been such a rough couple of years, and the pain, sadness, and challenges seem to be never ending. I thought this would help brighten things up a little. May Mondays with #ichoosebeauty Every Monday in … Read more
Deeply honored that the #ichoosebeauty challenge is recognized by Mental Health America as a DIY tool to improve mental health! If you’re not familiar with the challenge… it’s 30 days of guided beauty treasure hunts to help you re-focus on the little things in life that we so often take for granted. You get daily … Read more
Here are three things I’ve learned over the years that help me when I’m overthinking: First, practice becoming aware of your thoughts, and notice when you’re overthinking Acknowledge that the thoughts you’re having are not productive Shift your attention to something else – maybe go for a walk, meditate, or listen to some music I … Read more
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