Tag: Mental Health

Understanding Trauma

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How Trauma Impacts Your Brain and Body Trauma is a topic that affects so many of us, directly or indirectly, and understanding how it impacts both our brain and body is crucial for healing and moving forward. So, let's talk about the intricate web of trauma and its profound effects. 1. The Brain: Where the … Continue reading Understanding Trauma

Understanding PTSD and Its Post-Trauma Manifestations

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Symptoms, Warning Signs and Treatment Stressful and traumatic events can lead to a serious mental illness: Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). It's a condition that can affect anyone who has experienced a traumatic event (not just those in the military), and its impact can be profound. Like many people with PTSD, the wounds are not visible … Continue reading Understanding PTSD and Its Post-Trauma Manifestations

Rise and Shine

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How Coffee Gives You That Morning Boost! If you're anything like me, you know that waking up in the morning can be a bit of a struggle. Just the smell of coffee as it slowly brews in the morning makes me happy. I love the aroma, that first taste, the warmth of the cup in … Continue reading Rise and Shine

Schizophrenia

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Do you know someone who struggles with schizophrenia? Today, we're delving into a topic that's both fascinating and incredibly important: Schizophrenia. This mental health condition has long been shrouded in stigma and misunderstanding, but today, we're going to break it down, exploring what it is, how it's diagnosed, and providing you with some valuable resources … Continue reading Schizophrenia

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Vitamin B

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Food as Your Medicine Part 2 in the series Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com In my blog post The Mind-Body Connection, I introduced how food impacts your mental health. Today, I want to talk to you about B-Vitamins. These essential nutrients are like magic pills for your brain, and the best part is, you can … Continue reading Vitamin B

Mindful Walking in Autumn

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Finding Peace (Part 5 of 5) As the leaves begin to turn brilliant shades of red, orange, and gold, there's no better time to embark on a outing of self-discovery and tranquility through the practice of mindful walking. Autumn offers a magical backdrop, transforming ordinary strolls into immersive experiences that awaken our senses and connect … Continue reading Mindful Walking in Autumn