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Transform Your Life Through 6 Essential Boundaries
Our lives require a delicate balance of self-care and commitment to others. Most of us err on the side of overcommitting to things and building resentment when we have little time or energy for ourselves. The results can be disastrous: conflict, exhaustion, burnout, and health problems. Here are six essential boundaries you can set to build better balance.
Can Burnout Make You Sick? A Therapist Explains
Burnout is more than feeling stressed. It's a state of physical, mental, and emotional exhaustion from prolonged and unrelenting stress. While it can take a toll on your overall well-being, you might wonder, "Can burnout make you sick?"
"Bed Rotting" For Self Care: A Therapist Weighs The Pros And Cons
Bed Rotting is a term used to describe spending a lot of time lying in bed or on the couch without doing much else. It's a way of taking a break and relaxing, but if it's done too much or for the wrong reasons, it can make you feel worse.
How To Jumpstart Yourself Out of Depression
Most people have experienced low periods. Whether it's an external trigger or a mental health issue, depression feels endless. The numbness and apathy that often come with depression make it difficult to feel hopeful. One of the most effective things you can do for yourself when you're down is called Behavioral Activation.
Unplugging: Reducing Stress, Anxiety, & Relationship Strain
We already know social media and FOMO are inseparable. But taking a break from our screens can work wonders for our relaxation and mental clarity at any time of day. It's also critical for healthy relationships and feelings of joy.
Embarrassment, Humiliation, and Shame: Understanding the Differences
Embarrassment, humiliation, and shame often get lumped together. But they each have unique characteristics. Let's explore the distinctions between these feelings, what causes them, and how to respond.
Navigating Self-Care and Mental Health Amidst Layoffs
For many, work isn't just a means to a paycheck; it's a source of identity and purpose. When that sense of purpose is yanked away, it can be a devastating blow to one's mental and emotional well-being. Even if you haven't been laid off, seeing coworkers and friends get laid off can be anxiety-provoking. Read on to see our tips for the witnesses to layoffs. Your experience is important too.
Navigating Upsetting Global News: Self-Care Strategies
The research is clear: hearing about upsetting things can trigger vicarious trauma. The effects of vicarious trauma can be especially acute during times of disaster or conflict. While it's admirable to be informed and passionate about issues that matter to you, self-compassion is also vital.
Self-Care For Bipolar 2: How To Nurture Yourself Through Ups & Downs
Self-care isn't a one-size-fits-all practice. It's not even a one-size-fits-you practice. This is especially true for people with cyclical mood disorders like bipolar 2. Just as the seasons change, so do our external and internal landscapes. The way we care for ourselves should adapt accordingly.
10 Practical, Affordable Self-Care Ideas For Stressed Out Millennials
Self-care is often reduced to images of extravagant spa days and lavish vacations. But true self-care goes much deeper than indulgent treats. It's about something far more essential: prioritizing yourself and setting boundaries. In a world that constantly demands your time and energy, that can be harder than it sounds.
18 Ways To Escape the Hustle Culture Trap in San Francisco
Whether you're coding your way through the night or crunching numbers in the Financial District, the pressure to excel is constant. While ambition and hard work are commendable, it's crucial to avoid falling prey to hustle culture. Let’s chat about how you can balance productivity and self-preservation in the City by the Bay.
Work-Life Balance: Twelve Tricks For Smoother Transitions After Work
It’s hard to unwind after a long day of work. Whether you're a lawyer, executive, or entrepreneur, making a transition from work to leisure is important for our well-being. Here are some strategies to cue our brains and make this shift smoother.
Coping with the Mental Health Impact of the WGA and SAG-AFTRA Strike In Los Angeles
The SAG-AFTRA strike has unleashed a wave of uncertainty and stress in Los Angeles. Artists are grappling with mental health challenges unique to the city's vibrant artistic scene. From constant uncertainty to financial strain and a loss of identity, the impact is profound. It is crucial for artists in Los Angeles to prioritize their mental well-being.
Guided Progressive Muscle Relaxation for Stress, Anxiety, and Sleep
Join Laurel Roberts-Meese, LMFT in this free guided 7-minute Progressive Muscle Relaxation meditation to reduce stress, anxiety, and sleep better tonight.
Spring Cleaning For Mental Health - Without Adding Stress
Give your mental health a boost without adding stress in your life - advice from therapists if you struggle with cleaning your home or work space.
Coping with Loneliness During the Holidays
A therapist gives recommendations for coping with loneliness during the holidays.
Mindfulness For Beginners | Advice From A Therapist
Get started using Mindfulness - audio tips from Laurel Therapy Collective. “Mindfulness is great because you can do it absolutely anywhere.”
How To Do A Quick Self-Check To Feel Better Fast
Here’s a hack for figuring out why you don’t feel good. Now, this is a short term, in-the-moment hack, and it’s not meant to replace therapy or medication or any kind of longer-term plan. But if you’re having a day where you just feel terrible, this acronym can help you hopefully get some relief:
Quiet Quitting is Actually Just Having Good Boundaries with Work
How to set good boundaries at work according to a therapist.
How to Honor Your Mental Health This Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day: you either love it or love to hate it. Whether you are currently single, in a relationship, or somewhere in between, the holiday can trigger strong emotional responses. Valentine’s Day often comes with expectations and comparisons, which are never great for self-esteem. Here are some tips to protect your energy and mental health this February 14th.
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