Tag: bloglikecrazy
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Cheer Louder than the Bully!
I have been discussing mental health during this week’s set of blogs. An important way to manage our mental health is to focus on the thoughts that we think to ourselves. Either we have an inner bully or an inner cheerleader. Have you ever thought about that? I went to a virtual women’s conference earlier […]
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It’s ok to ask for help.
I saw this on social media and it resonated with me. I can say I love you or I’m sorry. Yet, asking for help is often difficult. And, saying that last word sounds like worship shower. Having a lisp doesn’t help. Yesterday, I discussed ways to maintain your mental health/ practice self care and […]
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Mental Health 101
There seems to be much confusion surrounding mental health and mental illness. This year has been pretty challenging for most of us. And our mental health has been impacted like never before. Mental health and mental illness might appear to be the same but they are different! I hope that today’s blog entry will help […]
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Acting opposite of how you feel
If you remember my post on 5 Tips to Deal With Uncomfortable Emotions, I introduced an acronym called ARTSY. ARTSY is: Acknowledge the fear Research the topic Talk to someone Shift your perspective You got this Today, we will discuss a technique that I learned rom Dialectical Behavioral Therapy that helps you to shift your perspective. Opposite […]
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Five Tips for Dealing With Uncomfortable Emotions
I went live on Instagram as an opportunity to “check-in” with others. This election week is exhausting, and I think it is essential to manage our emotions during these times. Recently, I came up with an acronym to deal with fear called “ARTSY.” However, this acronym could be used to deal with any emotions. […]
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My Election Self Care Plan
I was listening to one of my favorite radio stations on the way home yesterday and the news broadcaster announced that 55% of Americans feel anxious about the outcome of today’s election. And, I understand all of it. I understand that fear is a normal emotion. If I think about the possible outcomes of the […]
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Being P.E.R-sonal in your relationships
I think that sometimes we can overcomplicate relationships. When I say relationships, this refers to all types of relationships. Whether we want to be or not, we are somehow always in relationship with people. In life, it can be so easy to find something to get upset about and cut people off. However, my various life experiences have taught […]
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Use your voice
If I had to give any advice to anyone, it would be never to let anyone make you feel bad for using your voice. God gave it to you for a reason. When it is necessary, speak up, even if your voice shakes. Those who need to hear will hear. Your presence matters and don’t […]