Daily Archives: September 6, 2016

60 Affirmations to Support You Through Meaningful Life Changes

Studies show that affirmations contribute to our well-being in tangible ways. Dig in to a year’s worth of positive self-talk from Louise Hay, Caroline Myss, Eckhart Tolle, Shakti Gawain, Marianne Williamson, S&H readers, and more.   PURPOSE: Affirmations to call forth … Continue reading

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EXPLORING THE MEANING OF SPIRITUALITY

One of the great gifts of spiritual knowledge is that it realigns your sense of self to something you may not have even ever imagined was within you. Spirituality says that even if you think you’re limited and small, it … Continue reading

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Develop Your Spiritual Resources

Nurturing and developing your spirituality may be just as important as eating a healthy diet, exercising, and buildingstrong relationships. Taking the time to reconnect with what you find meaningful in life and returning to life’s big questions can enhance your … Continue reading

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7 spiritual needs

Seven Spiritual Needs Based on more than 30 years of psychological counseling and pastoral care, Howard Clinebell believed that humans have seven spiritual hungers in common. As you read through them, consider whether you recognize any of these spiritual needs … Continue reading

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Let Your Emotions Out Positive Affirmations

Present Tense Affirmations I always express my emotions I let others know how I am really feeling I always speak my mind I show the world who I truly am I allow others to see the real me I stand … Continue reading

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Anger Management Positive Affirmations

Present Tense Affirmations I am in control I am calm, focused, and relaxed I remain calm even when under intense stress I have the power to regulate my emotions I always stay calm in difficult or frustrating situations I am … Continue reading

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When recovery from depression or bipolar disorder seems hopeless, are there other options? A patient’s perspective

My experience with electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) began in 1995, when I opted for ECT as a last resort for treating my bipolar disorder. For so many people who were termed medication resistant and suffering with depression or bipolar disorder, ECT … Continue reading

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Americans View Mental Health and Physical Health as Equally Important

As we focus attention on mental health and suicide during National Suicide Prevention Week, Sept. 7 – 13, a new national survey about mental health and suicide provides some insight on Americans’ understanding and perceptions. According to the survey, U.S. … Continue reading

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New Research Aims to Help Prevent Suicides

Despite many efforts and much progress, suicide continues to be a major issue across the country. Both the total number and the rate of suicides increased every year from 2005 to 2013, according to the Centers for Disease Control and … Continue reading

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Semicolon Becomes a Symbol of Hope

A growing movement is using the semicolon, and in particular a semicolon tattoo, as a symbol of hope for people with mental illness. The Project Semicolon website describes the meaning behind the symbol: A semicolon represents a sentence the author … Continue reading

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