Tag: stress
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Are You Just Surviving, or Are You Actually Living Your Best Life (With Snacks)?
“Living my best life” should be more than just a caption for a perfectly staged photo; it must serve as a powerful daily reminder to pursue joy and fulfillment with every breath you take. Embracing this philosophy calls for a commitment to personal growth, deep connections, and exhilarating experiences that resonate with your core values.…
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The Power of Advocating for Yourself
Whether at work or in our relationships, standing up for ourselves is essential for maintaining our mental well-being. I have witnessed the consequences of continuous passivity, which can result in feelings of resentment, frustration, and ultimately, a loss of self-worth. Therefore, having the courage to assert ourselves respectfully and effectively is crucial. Advocating for our…
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Managing Social Media Use For Better Mental Health
Author: LaToya Jones M.ED., LPC Associate As a ’90s kid, I love that I grew up in a time before smartphones and social media. It meant I could actually experience life without feeling the need to capture every single moment for my hypothetical future grandkids. I’m pretty relieved that I survived my teenage years without…
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How to Know When it’s Time to Pivot in your Career
Author: LaToya Jones M.ED., LPC-A As Black women, we often find ourselves wearing the invisible ‘superwoman’ cape, juggling everything with a smile and a shrug, and ignoring our inner distress signals like they’re pesky telemarketers. But hey, maybe it’s time to peel off that invisible cape and admit that even superwomen need a break now…
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