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Tag: self-care

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Coping With Mental Health As A High School Student

June 16, 2023Sophia Ortega1 Comment

Let’s say you’re a high school student whose grades are A’s, B’s, and C's. They're not terrible, but you know you can do better. Luckily, you are in a scholar…

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Gaining Self-love for Teen Girls for Overall Good Mental Health

August 16, 2022Sophia Ortega2 Comments

What defines a beautiful young woman? To me, a beautiful young woman is one with unique features that make her stand out from the crowd, and one with an exquisite…

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How Narcissistic Abuse Impacts the Family Structure

June 6, 2022Brandi Walker4 Comments

Narcissistic personality disorder is one of the most common mental disorders today, affecting 450 million people around the world. People with this condition can stoop to any level to guard their…

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Peer Support Group: Depression and Utilizing Self-Care

Join us as we discuss the effects of depression and different methods of self-care that we may find helpful and meaningful. When we share our ideas and experiences with others,…

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How to Practice Self-Love Before Starting a Relationship

May 5, 2022Brandi Walker

Throughout history, many people have emphasized loving and knowing yourself before falling in love with someone else. Being secure with yourself has a lot of benefits. When you love yourself,…

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Why Traveling is Beneficial for Your Mind, Body and Soul

October 16, 2021Brandi Walker

There’s nothing like planning a vacation to visit somewhere special. Whether you want to visit the beaches in Florida or go sightseeing in New York, traveling helps put a person's…

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Why You Should Say ‘No’ More Often

August 29, 2021Princy Daniel

I struggle with saying “no.” I can be having the worst day—you know the kind where your coffee spills, or there’s a pileup on the interstate, or your dog tears…

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A Thank You from Me to You

June 27, 2021Mary Mathieu

Dear reader, thank you. We all have rough days in this life. It is in these rough patches of life when we need to be reminded of our worth because…

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Mental Talk – Peer Support Group: Self Care During A Pandemic

Join us on a Mental Talk that will focus on Self-care during a pandemic. We will discuss in what ways we have had to prioritize self-care and the benefits that…

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5 Of The Best Ways Black Women Can Protect Their Mental Health

February 16, 2021Brandi Walker

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…

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