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Getting Rid of Excess Baggage

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by: Kara L. Stewart  Have you ever walked through your home and felt restricted because of clutter? There are too many cups in the cabinet, too many blankets in the closet, or maybe a stack of mail that has taken over the coffee table. It feels overwhelming and heavy as if it weighs you down. Simply looking at it causes feelings of exhaustion. This can also happen in the mind. You may feel weighed down or restricted by a running tab of to-do items and tasks. There are incomplete projects, unpaid bills , overdue check-in's, unread/unanswered emails, unplanned family events, and unscheduled appointments that NEED to be scheduled. Yet, in the midst of these thoughts are intrusive thoughts of negativity, doubt, reminders of past failures and sometimes unpleasant memories. You are carrying too much! Maybe your beginning to feel it in your physical body as well. It is time to get rid of the excess baggage! This can also be in the form of unfruitful relationships. All relationships are no...
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Protect Your Life

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Protect Your Life by Kara Stewart  September is nationally recognized for several awarenesses, but there are two that I want to highlight that can affect everyone. Suicide prevention and recovery from mental health disorders and/or addiction can be a part of anyone's life. Life can be challenging for anyone and it can become overwhelming. It is so important to recognize when your life is at risk. Mental health providers, caretakers, health professionals, service workers, clergy, and anyone else that serves others for a living, can be at risk if they are not intentional about protecting their lives. Here are some tips to protect your life. 1. Remember that your needs must be met. It is not an honorable act to deplete your resources, ignore your health, and forego rest and sleep. 2. Constantly taking on the pain, trauma, and illnesses of others takes a toll. You need to release it.  3. You are a human as well and life will not exempt you from struggles, unexpected events, loss, ...
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Creating an Inner Sanctuary: A Safe Space Within

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                                                                                                                                 Creating an Inner Sanctuary: A Safe Space Within By: ToniAmanda Madison                  In a world that constantly moves at breakneck speed, with demands, expectations, and noise coming from every direction, finding a sanctuary within us is not just a luxury – it’s a necessity. Imagine having a space within you, untouched by the chaos of the outside world, where peace, security, and calm flow effortlessly. This is the concept of creating an inner sanctuary – a safe space where you can breathe, re...
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The Power of a Safe Space: Why Women Need Judgment-Free Friendships

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  The Power of a Safe Space: Why Women Need Judgment-Free Friendships                                                                                                Written by: Samon Sanders This topic was inspired by Women's Month from this year and it seemed appropriate and necessary to share this information. As women, we juggle multiple roles: mother, daughter, sister, friend, partner, and professional. In the midst of balancing responsibilities, emotions, and expectations, having a safe space where we can truly be ourselves is essential. A safe space is not just about a physical environment, t’s about having a person or group of people with whom we can be open and vulnerable without fear of judgment. The Impact of Having a Safe Space Having ...
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It's Ok to Not be OK!!

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It's OK to Not Be OK: A Personal Journey                               By: Catherine Terry The Importance of Mental Health Checks Having to manage several responsibilities at once can make life feel very daunting. In addition to supporting your spouse and taking care of your children, you also assist in raising your grandchildren and deal with day-to-day life. The burden of it all can seem overwhelming at times. Many people are able to maintain the role of being strong and trustworthy for long time before they are no longer able to do so. Once it appears that everything crashes, it is necessary to discover the physical, mental and physical consequences of maintaining so many things. Realizing that mental and physical health examinations are equally important frequently takes time. When it comes to our physical health, how often do we take a moment to assess our mental and emotional health?...
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Nurturing Your Body, Nourishing Your Mind

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We all hear the word “nutrition" and instantly think of food or eating healthily and balanced. What if I told you that nutrition is more than just nourishing our bodies; it directly impacts our overall well-being. Nutrition is defined as obtaining the nourishment required for growth and health. Being that our body is our temple, it is only right that we, as individuals, prioritize our nutritional habits. There are numerous reasons that individuals do not have a healthier approach to nutrition such as a lack of knowledge, not having the financial means, living in areas that do not provide access to healthier options, etc. Therefore, through the education of healthy nutrition options and strategies we can begin to work towards securing healthy nutritional options for everyone in support of their overall well-being.       Finding patterns in your well-being that can be linked to your nutrition intake can lead to better mental health. Studies have shown that dietary choices c...
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Are You Living with PMET?

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Trauma is a buzz word in the social media world right now, but it is a REAL experience. Unfortunately, all people experience traumatic events at some point in their lives due to various experiences. Natural disasters that leave families without a home, change in school systems for children, and change of lifestyle due to relocating can have a huge impact. Car accidents, medical emergencies, the loss of a job, the loss of a friend, the ending of a relationship, these can all be traumatic events. In this passage, we are looking to address a common overlooked experience that may be related to trauma.                               What is PMET? Physical Manifestations of Emotional Trauma.   Keep Reading! Have you noticed that when facing certain situations or the thought of interacting with certain people cause you to feel physically ill? Do you ever get headaches when you think about previous events o...
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