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Oscar worthy performances.

Many of us have been taught to bottle our emotions. To stuff our feelings. To “suck it up”. To ignore how we feel. To be strong, confident and stoic on the outside, despite what we feel on the inside. In our attempt to follow these questionable recommendations, we have become highly skilled actors. Intensely devoted … Continue reading »
Oscar worthy performances.
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The right tools.

Imagine you have been placed blindfolded in a field. You are told that your job is to run around this field, but you can’t take the blindfold off. Unbeknownst to you, this field is filled with a variety of large holes. You are given only a tool bag and left to your own devices. Inevitably, … Continue reading »
The right tools.
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Inner Strength

How many times have you wished for more inner strength? Life delivers some paralyzing blows. People often find themselves in less than ideal situations. They surrender to their problems instead of finding the strength to fight. You are not alone if you are grasping for inner strength and ways to pull yourself out of your … Continue reading »
Inner Strength
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Give up. Dwell. Or learn.

There are many disappointments in life. Time and energy that we blindly invest in opportunities and people often result in letdowns. All of us have been here at one time or another. We have been in this place just outside of our comfort zone; where self-doubt, negative thoughts, fear, misdirection and lack energy seem to … Continue reading »
Give up. Dwell. Or learn.
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Dear Insecurity,

You and I have been together a long time. Frankly, I can’t imagine my life without you. The mere thought of not being together is scary and unknown. You may not be healthy for me, but you are, at the very least, familiar. This is the part where I tell you… it’s not me after … Continue reading »
Dear Insecurity,
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Closing your own doors.

“Every new beginning comes from some other beginning’s end.” Semisonic – Closing Time If you are having a difficult time thinking of a reason to continue, then begin thinking of a reason to start over in the right direction. Some doors may have been closed for you. You didn’t get a vote. You were only … Continue reading »
Closing your own doors.
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Stigma.

Many people with mental illness face serious challenges in a couple of ways. On one hand, they struggle with the symptoms and problems that result from having the illness. On the other hand, they are challenged by prejudice and discriminating behaviors that result from misconceptions about mental illness. It’s common for people with mental illness … Continue reading »
Stigma.