When you think about an athlete’s training, the focus is often on physical training, nutrition, and technique to improve their performance. One crucial component frequently overlooked is mental health. Psychotherapy can play a significant role in helping athletes maximize their potential and achieve their goals. Here’s how: Understanding the Mental Game Sports are as much […]
Coping With the Trauma of Marginalization
Trauma from marginalization is an experience that affects individuals who face systemic oppression because of their identity, such as race, gender, sexual orientation, ability, or socioeconomic status. This type of trauma often manifests through chronic stress, anxiety, and feelings of worthlessness, impacting mental health and overall well-being. What Trauma from Marginalization Looks Like Chronic Stress […]
Navigating a Relationship with a Narcissistic Parent
Dealing with a narcissistic parent can be particularly challenging, as their behaviors often involve a lack of empathy, constant need for validation, and difficulty respecting boundaries. Here are some strategies to help you navigate this complex dynamic while maintaining your own emotional well-being. Understand Narcissism: Recognizing that narcissistic traits stem from deep-seated insecurity and unmet […]
Embracing Holistic Self-Care: Nurturing Your Mental Health This Summer
As the sun stretches its golden fingers across the sky and the warmth of summer envelopes us, it’s easy to get swept up in the allure of carefree days and outdoor adventures. However, amidst the joy of summer, it’s crucial to remember the importance of nurturing our mental health. Just as we tend to our […]
The Impact of Chronic Pain and Treatment Options
Living with chronic pain is more than just a physical challenge; it permeates every aspect of life, influencing emotions, relationships, and daily activities. Whether caused by injury, illness, or unknown factors, chronic pain can profoundly impact an individual’s quality of life and mental well-being. Understanding Chronic Pain Chronic pain is characterized by persistent discomfort that […]
Reasons Why You Might Be Unsuccessful at Setting Healthy Boundaries
Setting healthy boundaries is crucial for personal well-being, yet many struggle to implement them effectively. One primary reason for this challenge is the fear of conflict or rejection. People often avoid setting boundaries because they worry about upsetting others or being seen as selfish. This fear can stem from a desire to be liked or […]
SELF-CARE: Part 2
Self Care: Part One mainly focused on learning how to set SMART goals. Now that you know how to set realistic goals for yourself, let’s explore other ways to engage in self-care:. Remember:, self-care comes in many forms and varying degrees of difficulty, and your own personal self-care all depends on you as an individual, […]
SELF-CARE: Part 1
“I just don’t have enough time for myself.” How many times have you said that to yourself? How often do you find yourself daydreaming of escaping your reality? It’s likely that you’re not taking the time to take care of yourself. I’m not just talking about your physical appearance; self-care runs much deeper than that. […]