Daily Archives: August 26, 2016

Spiritual Practices for Difficult Times

Nine practices for times when world events overwhelm us and we feel defeated. August 2016: Rediscovering this article in our archives, we were surprised to realize how timely it is two years after it was written. The details keep changing, … Continue reading

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Self-Harm Lowest With Lithium in Bipolar Disorder

Rates of injury, suicide lower with lithium than other mood stabilizers  Lithium was more effective than other maintenance monotherapies in reducing impulsive aggression and the tendency of patients with bipolar disorder to inflict self-harm and unintentional injury, a longitudinal cohort … Continue reading

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Separation Anxiety Disorder

Separation Anxiety Disorder There is an increase in counseling requests when school starts and this is often due to separation anxiety. It is not uncommon for most kids to go through a period of difficulty when separating from parents when being … Continue reading

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10 Things I Do Every Day to Beat Depression By Therese Borchard

From the moment my eyes open in the morning until the second that I pull my sleep mask over my face as I go to sleep, I am engaged in battle: I must protect myself with armor against ongoing negative … Continue reading

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Overcome Fear of Failure Positive Affirmations

Present Tense Affirmations I am fearless I take action now I am liberated from fear of failure I am confident and determined I keep pushing until I succeed I stay persistent even when faced with failure I accept challenges with … Continue reading

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Self Belief Positive Affirmations

Present Tense Affirmations I always succeed I am confident I achieve massive success I am capable of reaching any goal I am ready for anything I am always positive My mind is completely focused on success I am able to … Continue reading

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Confidence Positive Affirmations

Present Tense Affirmations I am confident I am strong and powerful I boldly go after what I want in life I am outgoing and confident in social situations I believe in myself I always stand up for myself and my … Continue reading

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Fear of Rejection Positive Affirmations

Present Tense Affirmations I am free from fear of rejection I am socially confident I take risks even when I feel fear I remain relaxed even though I might be rejected I always stay positive in intimidating social situations I … Continue reading

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Someone to Care

I am used and displaced No one is coming And no one will ever come But no one tries I wait for them to care Quiet and unseen They are around me I am alone My heart shouts lies Saying … Continue reading

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I am

Laying here The covers surround me Warmth growing Doubts expanding Drifting I am No more wishes Desires Wants Numb I am How are we alive Why is there so much hurt How can many judge so much Questioning I am … Continue reading

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