Mindful of What?

Mindful of What?

Dispelling Mindfulness Myths: Uncover the true nature of mindfulness. Whether you've struggled with mindfulness before or are curious about its real benefits, part one of this series sheds light on common misunderstandings and offers guidance why mindfulness is so effective, without all the fluff.

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Avoiding the Emotional Spiral of Doom Scrolling
Social Media, Time Management, Self-Regulation Rikia Ancar, LCMFT Social Media, Time Management, Self-Regulation Rikia Ancar, LCMFT

Avoiding the Emotional Spiral of Doom Scrolling

Have you found yourself acting like a captive to your phone? Are you neglecting responsibilities just to read all the latest stories online? If so, this blog provides strategies you can use to set boundaries and step away from the temptations that can lead you into an emotional spiral of doom scrolling.

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BE YOURSELF — Learning to safely step out from the mask, step outside societal norms, and step into the freedom of embracing neurodivergence
Autism, #ADHD, Neurodivergent, Masking, Unmasking Sarah Jacques, LMSW Autism, #ADHD, Neurodivergent, Masking, Unmasking Sarah Jacques, LMSW

BE YOURSELF — Learning to safely step out from the mask, step outside societal norms, and step into the freedom of embracing neurodivergence

Many people with autism and/or ADHD experience covert and overt messaging that they need to “mask” their true selves to fit in with a neurotypical world. Find out how our societal norms reinforce this message, and how learning ways to safely unmask can free neurodivergent people to be themselves.

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Finding the Ground from 37,000 Feet
Counseling, Grounding, Therapy Caron Starobin, LCSW-C, Owner and Clinical Director of Starobin Counseling, LLC Counseling, Grounding, Therapy Caron Starobin, LCSW-C, Owner and Clinical Director of Starobin Counseling, LLC

Finding the Ground from 37,000 Feet

Helping a fellow traveler through a crisis provided a transformative experience for a seasoned therapist. A counselor’s job is meaningful and rewarding and can also be unpredictable and emotionally intense. A therapist’s skillset is valuable whether in an office or in the galley of an Airbus A321 at 37,000 feet.

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