If you have felt sad for a day or not wanted to do activities you used to enjoy for a short period of time, you may want to begin working on your mental health because these symptoms can lead to depression. Other symptoms include changes to sleeping eating and your overall mood. Many of my clients … [Read more...] about Signs of Depression
Tame the Worry Dragon
How will you tame or slay the worry dragon in your mind today? In counseling, we talk about worry as like a dragon so we don’t feel like we are fighting against ourselves. From a spiritual perspective, it’s a great way to help kids and teach them to ask God to help them battle their worry dragons … [Read more...] about Tame the Worry Dragon
Having Compassion
Do you struggle with getting angry at life, yourself or others? I get it. Sometimes anger isn’t as blatant as yelling. Often it looks like irritability and people report when they are around someone who is feeling this way, they feel like they need to walk on eggshells around them. No matter … [Read more...] about Having Compassion
Small Movements | Positive Change
What’s a small movement you can make today if you are feeling stuck? It’s Monday and I’m using today to start fresh after struggling with knee pain for over a month. Today I’m getting an MRI and continuing my recovery treatment plan. As I work with clients in the counseling office, emotional … [Read more...] about Small Movements | Positive Change
Back to School with a Healthy Mindset
Get ready to head back to school with a healthy mindset. Studies show that 1 in 3 kids struggle with a mental health issue. Today, I talk with Lee on the Bibles2School podcast about how kids' emotions are so important! Today, we are seeing anxiety and depression creep into our children's lives … [Read more...] about Back to School with a Healthy Mindset
Stop Comparing
How often do you find yourself comparing yourself to someone else? As a counselor I see many clients who compare themselves to others, their friends, or even celebrities they don’t even know. When you stop comparing yourself, you will see a change in your thoughts and actions. You will find … [Read more...] about Stop Comparing
3 Tips for Overcoming a Helpless Mindset
Whether we recognize it or not, we all have a mindset. To help us both unlock and understand our mindset(s), I'm a guest on Janell Rardon's podcast to discuss ten specific mindsets and help you see which one you might currently be wearing. In this episode, we hone in on the helpless mindset; one … [Read more...] about 3 Tips for Overcoming a Helpless Mindset
Empowering Words
What are some words you want to use today to empower you to face hard things or feel the fear and do it anyway? I’ve been asking kids and moms this week how they are feeling about back to school and receiving quite a variety of responses. It’s easy to become overwhelmed with all the details and … [Read more...] about Empowering Words
Seasons
Are you trying to do too much all at once? I’ve so been there - recently. This spring I said Yes! to too many good things. This month I’ve been slowing down and deciding what I really want my purpose to be in this upcoming season. “To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose … [Read more...] about Seasons
Practicing “I am” Statements
What are some “I am” statements you speak over yourself? Practicing speaking these statements will transition you into a mindset that coincides with the truth God has spoken over you. Here are some examples of “I am” statements I use. “I am a child of God”“I am God’s treasured possession”“I am … [Read more...] about Practicing “I am” Statements
See Your Healthcare Professional
How often do you see a healthcare professional? As a healthcare professional myself, I recommend everyone who is struggling with any mental health to care for your body, mind, and spirit. It not only allows you to have someone to go to for advice and accountability, but can help you feel more … [Read more...] about See Your Healthcare Professional
Achieving Goals
How often do you set goals, and follow through with them? I would say I am good at accomplishing my goals, but only because of the help of God and surrounding myself with friends and family who motivate me. When you ask God to help you accomplish the goals you have set, He will help you achieve … [Read more...] about Achieving Goals
