This post is part of the April 2024 A-Z Blogging Challenge. For the letter B I am sharing with you some book recommendations related to mental wellness. I am a book lover and spend what time I can reading books. In addition to wanting to use my blog for awareness and advocacy I share about some of the books I read. Disclaimer:This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase through these links I may make a small commission at no extra cost to you. Here are some book recommendations across various topics related to mental wellbeing: These books cover a…
This post is part of the April 2024 A-Z Blogging Challenge. I participated in the A to Z challenge in 2020 and 2021 I am challenging myself this year to participate more fully and share the tools in my toolbox with others. The April 1st letter is obviously letter A. For the letter A I am blogging about the word Advocacy. Advocacy is when you take actions to support a cause. A is for Advocacy Disclaimer:This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase…
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase through these links, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Mental Health IS Affected by What We Consume I am linking up today with Five Minute Friday. During a five-minute Friday, we are given a word prompt to write for 5 minutes. Todays word prompt is consume. What do you feel is the biggest thing to consume all your time and energy? I find it too easy to seek connection with others and just scroll social media. If I am sitting, I can not just…
Image: Freepik Harmony Unleashed: The Ultimate Guide to Conquering Stress and Embracing Serenity Harmony Unleashed: The Ultimate Guide to Conquering Stress and Embracing Serenity. Stress, a universal experience, often creeps into various aspects of life, subtly impacting one’s well-being and daily functioning. Understanding and recognizing the sources of stress is essential for effectively managing it. In this article, we’ll provide practical guidance on identifying and effectively addressing stressors. Energize Your Body Energize Your Body Exercise is not just about physical health; it’s a potent tool for stress reduction. Regular physical activity helps in releasing tension, clearing the mind, and elevating…
National Dog Day: How Dogs Benefit Mental Health Today is national dog day. I was at a dog rescue event last weekend with Crafts 4 Rescues and heard a lot of commentary about how dogs are benefiting their owners mental health. Today I decided to dig around the internet and find some more information on the topic. As you know if you’ve been around my blog long, I want to bring awareness to mental health issues and break the stigma that a mental health diagnosis holds for so many. “But there is real science behind the benefits of owning pets.…
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I was contacted by www.CoriolisCompany.com asking if I would like to read and review On Learning To Heal: What Medicine Doesn’t Tell you by Ed Cohen They said “At thirteen, Ed Cohen was diagnosed with Crohn’s Disease—a condition that nearly killed him in his early twenties. At his diagnosis, his doctors told him that the best he could hope for was periods of remission. Unfortunately, they never mentioned healing as a possibility. In On Learning to Heal, Cohen draws on fifty years of living with Crohn’s to consider how Western medicine’s turn from an “art of healing” toward a “science…
Why Your Illness Doesn’t Define You Guest Post Written by Elizabeth Jett a PR Specialist at the Charcot-Marie-Tooth-Association Living a fulfilling and productive life is possible despite illness, disability, or disease. Let’s face it—no matter our socioeconomic standing, life has its fair share of hurdles. It’s hard to deal with a chronic illness without hearing judgmental remarks and negative attitudes from family members and friends. Disease, disability, and condition have crept into our modern world, but we needn’t let…
Do Not Forget This Important Thing Make this a priority I am linking up at Five MInute Friday. This week’s FMF writing prompt is: FORGET. Each week Kate sends us a word prompt and we set a timer and free write for five minutes. My advice to you is Do not forget to take care…
Summer Sanity Savers Round-up Summer sanity savers can make all the difference in maintaining your peace of mind during the warmer months. Establishing a routine can help keep chaos at bay, even when schedules tend to be more relaxed. Setting aside dedicated time for yourself, whether it’s for reading, exercising, or simply unwinding, is essential for your mental well-being. Embrace the outdoors by planning picnics, hikes, or beach days to soak in the sun and connect with nature. Keep hydration levels up and prioritize self-care to combat the heat and stay energized. Don’t forget to indulge in simple pleasures like…