Tag Archives: mental health and wellness

Mental Health Day

I need to take a mental health day, but what should I actually do on my day off? Look after yourself. I also like the term “self-care day” that might mean tackling your to do list around the house; not … Continue reading

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Every Accomplishment

Celebrate Every Accomplishment “At my fittest, I feel unstoppable. You think, ‘There’s no way I can get through 30 reps.’ But then you do, and you remind yourself that you can do anything you set your mind to. Those little … Continue reading

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Black Women Mental Health

Black women also face specific obstacles when it comes to mental health and overall wellness. What have you learned from your therapy journey and the foundation’s work? The more research I did—and [looking at] my own sessions—I started thinking about … Continue reading

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Word of the Day

At the conclusion of 2019, YouVersion revealed that the most shared, highlighted, and bookmarked verse of the year on its online and mobile Bible app was Philippians 4:6, “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer … Continue reading

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The Humming Breathe

When there’s an anxiety producing event looming -an important-an important presentation, dentist surgery, a first date – you can stat to calm your nerves the day before with this exercise…close your eyes and gently bring your lips together. Inhale though … Continue reading

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