The Counseling Journal
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The Game-Changing Way to Rest That Actually Prevents Burnout
Ditch the passive scrolling and learn about purposeful recovery, the key to fighting mental fatigue and boosting creativity. This guide explains the science behind active recovery and offers practical ways to incorporate restorative activities like hobbies, gentle movement, and mindfulness into your life to prevent burnout and feel genuinely refreshed.
Audit Your Energy and Start the New Year Recharged
As the year comes to a close, it's time to reflect on what truly nourished your spirit and what weighed you down. An energy audit helps you evaluate the people, habits, and commitments that impacted you most, empowering you to prioritize what matters and step into the new year with clarity and purpose.
The Power of Gratitude on Your Mental Health
Practicing gratitude daily can significantly improve your mental health by reducing anxiety and depression. Gratitude has been shown to rewire the brain, fostering positive thinking patterns and emotional well-being. Simple habits like keeping a gratitude journal, mindful reflection, or expressing appreciation to others can make a big difference in your overall happiness. By incorporating these easy practices into your routine, you can build resilience, find joy in everyday moments, and experience the lasting mental health benefits of gratitude.
Unleashing the Power of Belonging: A Key to Holistic Well-being
Discover strategies to cope with feelings of not belonging in our latest blog post. Learn about the importance of supportive relationships, exploring passions, self-care, and seeking diversity in fostering a sense of belonging.
Paint Me a Picasso
Take a self-care break and paint a picture of yourself. Amateur painters only!
Let the Music Play
Do you have a song that you play to start your day? Which songs get you in the mood? What are the songs that move you?
Painting Self-care
Finding new activities you enjoy is key to self-care. Today, let’s paint!
Depression Resource
There are numerous resources online with information on depression. NIMH is one.
Journaling Helps with Self-Awareness
Learn the reasons some people give as reasons why they don’t journal.
Pausing to Observe the Beauty
We are surrounded by beauty. Go for a walk and take note of your surroundings.
What’s One Thing You do on Every Vacation?
What is something you try to do on any trip you take?
What Item do You Take on Most Vacations?
What is one item you almost always take on vacation?
Mindfulness, Hydrating Your Body One Cup at a Time
Join me in enjoying a cup of tea using our five senses.
Grateful List 4: I’m grateful my body does these things…
Our bodies are amazing! There are so many functions we take for granted. Today, pay attention to your body and appreciate its greatness.
Still Depressed; However, I took One Step
When you’re depressed, it can be difficult to do anything. Consider taking one step today.
Mindfulness, the Answer for Dry Hands
Join me today as we care for our bodies by caring for our hands.
