Daily Archives: August 18, 2016

Become More Decisive Positive Affirmations

Posted on August 18, 2016 by JmaC

Present Tense Affirmations I am good at making decisions I think through all of my options carefully I invest an appropriate amount of time in the thought process I analyze all possible outcomes I am in-tune with what I need … Continue reading →

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Plan Your Future Positive Affirmations

Posted on August 18, 2016 by JmaC

Present Tense Affirmations I know what I want to do in life I think logically through life decisions I make the right choices for me I look out for myself in the right way I am conscientious of what I … Continue reading →

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7 Mental Illness Myths People Still Believe

Posted on August 18, 2016 by JmaC

Mental illness stigma can lead to a multitude of false beliefs — and it’s about time to set the record straight. Negative stereotypes create a lot of misconceptions, which further alienate people in a community that already feels isolated. The … Continue reading →

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Some Promising News When It Comes To Mental Health Stigma

Posted on August 18, 2016 by JmaC

By Lindsay Holmes, Huffington Post   A new study revealed that the majority of American adults now value mental health as much as physical health. More people are starting to see mental health as a crucial part of staying well. … Continue reading →

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The Surprising Role of Nutrition in Mental Health

Posted on August 18, 2016 by JmaC

If you’ve been reading my blog for a month or more, you know that I have found nutrition to be a powerful force in my recovery from depression. Since 2008, I haven’t responded to medications or have had only a … Continue reading →

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Physical Health, Emotional Health: Connecting the Dots

Posted on August 18, 2016 by JmaC

There’s an absolute link between your emotional health and your physical well-being, so take time to nurture both. To be completely healthy, you must take care of not only your physical health, but your emotional health, too. If one is … Continue reading →

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How to Have a Healthy Relationship

Posted on August 18, 2016 by JmaC

Why do some relationships stand the test of time, while others fall apart? Here are some simple strategies for building a relationship that will thrive. If you read gossip pages or celebrity magazines, you may think that no relationship lasts … Continue reading →

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Gender Differences in Emotional Health

Posted on August 18, 2016 by JmaC

By Dennis Thompson Jr. | Medically reviewed by Lindsey Marcellin, MD, MPH Researchers argue about why the differences exist, but they agree that men and women are distinct creatures when it comes to emotion. These gender differences can affect emotional … Continue reading →

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Emotional Health

Posted on August 18, 2016 by JmaC

Whether you have anxiety, depression, stress, or another condition, looking after your emotional health is as important as caring for your physical well-being. What is emotional health? It encompasses mental health issues like depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, addiction, and other … Continue reading →

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Dispelling the Myth of Violence and Mental Health

Posted on August 18, 2016 by JmaC

Whenever a tragic event like last week’s shooting at UCSB happens, I first pray for the families of the young people killed. I read their biographies and shake my head in disbelief and sadness. And then I let out a … Continue reading →

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