Thoughts on Therapy, Empowerment & Creativity

✨ Thoughts on Therapy, Empowerment & Creativity ✨

Lunar Wellness: New Moon in Gemini - Communicating to Bring Forth a More Embodied Self- May 2022
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Lunar Wellness: New Moon in Gemini - Communicating to Bring Forth a More Embodied Self- May 2022

The New Moon in Gemini will peak on Monday, May 30th at 7:32 AM in EST. Each New Moon is an opportunity to plant new seeds, ideas, and intentions for the next Lunar Cycle. The New Moon in Gemini brings an energy of new perspectives and space to evaluate and think on how we would like to move differently in light of our recent experiences in the past few weeks. The Sign of Gemini carries with it the element of air and the planet Mercury. This offers us new ways of thinking, and opens up communication with others and most importantly ourselves.

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Full Moon in Leo: Full Moon Ritual for Releasing What is Holding You Back

Full Moon in Leo: Full Moon Ritual for Releasing What is Holding You Back

Tonight, the Full Moon illuminates the sky in 27 degrees Leo. As the moon cycles between different signs, it brings with it different energies. These energies can sometimes be subtle or gentle or bring a necessary tower moment.  So how can we use this moment to harness the power of Full Moon in Leo for Your Mental Health?

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Why You Feel Therapy isn’t Worth the Investment.
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Why You Feel Therapy isn’t Worth the Investment.

Why is Therapy an Investment in Yourself?Investment is something we take part of everyday, consciously, and unconsciously. We invest in our friendships, we invest in our careers, our meals, our conversations, we invest in our personal belongings, from iPad’s to belts and shoes. So why when we think of therapy, do our brains go to "waste of time"?

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Caring for Our Mental Health: What is Mental Health, and Why Does it Matter?

Caring for Our Mental Health: What is Mental Health, and Why Does it Matter?

Mental Health is a state of well-being that includes the emotional, psychological, and social aspects of our lives. It effects how we think, feel and act. It determines how we handle stress, relate to others, and make choices.

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What to Ask Yourself Before Starting Therapy

What to Ask Yourself Before Starting Therapy

One of the biggest hurdles to seeking services is our own mental and emotional readiness. Therapy is a process that invites you to explore unresolved issues and difficult experiences. This can be difficult to navigate without some baseline of what you actually are looking for. Here are some questions to ask yourself that can guide you in preparing for therapy, and ultimately finding the best therapist for you!

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