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Posted by Improving Lives Counseling Services, Inc. | Mental Health
You don’t need a catastrophic life event to feel like you’re drowning. Sometimes, it’s the Monday morning inbox. Or the passive-aggressive email. Or the way the dishes seem to multiply when your back is turned. Stress has a way of embedding itself into the most mundane moments until you realize you’re clenched all the time—shoulders …
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Posted by Improving Lives Counseling Services, Inc. | Depression
There are many scenarios in which a man or woman may wake up one morning to discover they are widowed. For some, it comes slowly over a period of time, while for others, it happens suddenly and unexpectedly. Though many say separation or divorce can feel the same, whether one is very young or very …
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Posted by Improving Lives Counseling Services, Inc. | Mental Health
“Only when we are brave enough to explore the darkness will we discover the infinite power of our light.” This powerful quote by Brené Brown is preceded by “embracing our vulnerabilities is risky but not nearly as dangerous as giving up on love, and belonging, and joy – the experiences that make us the most …
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Posted by Improving Lives Counseling Services, Inc. | Mental Health
Feeling confident in social settings isn’t something you’re just born with—it’s something you build over time. If social situations make you nervous, don’t worry. Small, intentional lifestyle changes can work wonders in boosting your confidence. By shifting your mindset, practicing self-care, and making small social tweaks, you can feel more at ease in any conversation. …
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Posted by Improving Lives Counseling Services, Inc. | Mental Health
Disliking what you see in the mirror and not having the financial means to change it can negatively impact your mental health. Feelings of undesirability, unworthiness, loneliness, and self-rejection can disrupt brain function, which in turn affects mental well-being. Disturbing thoughts, bad dreams, and hostile interactions with others can impair conceptual capacity and contribute to …
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