Something about turning the volume up, feeling the bass, and dancing to a great song can replenish my mind and body like nothing else. The more I dance, the more I’m able to give myself permission to Read More
A Lovingkindness Meditation: Won’t You Be My Neighbor?
Step Up For Mental Health · A Lovingkindness Meditation Where Is the Unconditional Love? Between waiting for a house project to finish and not being able to be there for my family during the Read More
Invite More Personal Growth Into Your Life By Celebrating Small Wins
Step Up For Mental Health · Invite More Personal Growth Into Your Life By Celebrating Small Wins Every year shines a different kind of light on our accomplishments. One year, your personal Read More
The Benefits and Drawbacks of Therapeutic Writing
Step Up For Mental Health · The Benefits and Drawbacks of Therapeutic Writing Therapeutic Writing Princy Daniel’s recent article, “10 Questions to Ask Yourself When Journaling,” reminds me of how we Read More
5 Of The Best Ways Black Women Can Protect Their Mental Health
During February, we celebrate Black History Month. Like every American, African-Americans do undergo mental health issues as well. However, one group of people who go through a lot are Black women. Read More
Let Go Of Toxic Relationships Starting Today
It Is Time To Let Go It is time to let go. Let go of the things that worry you, and the things that hold you back. They are no longer worth your energy. Letting Go Is Difficult But Worth Read More
How to Combat Overthinking
“You are so overthinking this!” “I believe you're thinking about it too much.” If I had a dime for every time someone said this to me, I would be a very wealthy overthinker. I will preface this Read More
A Set of Grief Exercises for Continuous Healing
Step Up For Mental Health · A Set of Grief Exercises for Continuous Healing Does Grief Expire? It’s been nearly three years since losing my father, and sometimes it takes less than a second for me Read More
5 Positive Affirmations for Better Mental Health in 2021
The year 2021 is now upon us. Like every new year, we all strive to create new goals or resolutions so can improve in the future. However, some people also create short inspirational statements for Read More
Practicing Self-Compassion: Being a Friend to My Own Mental Health
Practicing self-compassion can create positive impacts on our mental health and in our relationships with others. I think of self-compassion as a way of acting like a friend to myself. We all wish we Read More
