Some people require a certain representation of facts and experiences that fit the cookie-cutter narrative they have created about what mental health should look like and feel like. They look…
Category: Self-help
Dancing for the Mind and Body
Something about turning the volume up, feeling the bass, and dancing to a great song can replenish my mind and body like nothing else. The more I dance, the more…
A Lovingkindness Meditation: Won’t You Be My Neighbor?
Step Up For Mental Health · A Lovingkindness Meditation Where Is the Unconditional Love? Between waiting for a house project to finish and not being able to be there for…
Invite More Personal Growth Into Your Life By Celebrating Small Wins
Step Up For Mental Health · Invite More Personal Growth Into Your Life By Celebrating Small Wins Every year shines a different kind of light on our accomplishments. One year,…
The Benefits and Drawbacks of Therapeutic Writing
Step Up For Mental Health · The Benefits and Drawbacks of Therapeutic Writing Therapeutic Writing Princy Daniel’s recent article, “10 Questions to Ask Yourself When Journaling,” reminds me of how…
5 Of The Best Ways Black Women Can Protect Their Mental Health
During February, we celebrate Black History Month. Like every American, African-Americans do undergo mental health issues as well. However, one group of people who go through a lot are Black…
Let Go Of Toxic Relationships Starting Today
It Is Time To Let Go It is time to let go. Let go of the things that worry you, and the things that hold you back. They are no…
How to Combat Overthinking
“You are so overthinking this!” “I believe you're thinking about it too much.” If I had a dime for every time someone said this to me, I would be a…
A Set of Grief Exercises for Continuous Healing
Step Up For Mental Health · A Set of Grief Exercises for Continuous Healing Does Grief Expire? It’s been nearly three years since losing my father, and sometimes it takes…
5 Positive Affirmations for Better Mental Health in 2021
The year 2021 is now upon us. Like every new year, we all strive to create new goals or resolutions so can improve in the future. However, some people also…