This article addresses the stigma and misconceptions surrounding mental health, debunking myths such as therapy being only for the 'insane,' the fallacy that mental illness equates to violence, and the notion that it's contagious. It challenges the stereotypes perpetuated by media and societal beliefs and emphasizes that mental health issues do not reflect one's faith, as in the case of Christians. The piece advocates awareness and the benefits of talk therapy for both prevention and management of mental illnesses.
Category: Mental Health
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How to deal with intrusive thoughts
Intrusive thoughts come to mind without warning. They are typically negative and can demand a lot of your mental space. Negative and intrusive thoughts can leave you feeling worthless, hopeless, angry, frustrated with yourself and others and just terrible overall. These thoughts can affect how you interact with others and how you operate in your relationships.
The Years That Were: 2020-2021 and Mental Health
With whatever fight we had left in us we made it over into 2022. It's nothing else but the grace of God that has kept us. For all that 2020 was, nothing or no one else could have kept us the way He did. I don't need to get into a prolonged review of the… Continue reading The Years That Were: 2020-2021 and Mental Health
Self-Care: Because Your Life Depends on It
Imagine a car that is driven daily. Depending on the distance that vehicle travels, it may need to be refuelled once every few days. Maintenance checks will also need to be done over time to ensure that the mechanical system is working properly. Failure to maintain the upkeep of the vehicle will result in poor performance and mechanical problems that are bound to not only drain you but your finances as well. The same goes for our bodies and minds. If we wear ourselves thin trying to accomplish all that we need to, we will end up being run down, burnt out and useless to ourselves and others.
Beating the COVID Blues: 10 Ways to Overcome Loneliness
With this pandemic in full swing, your routine and regular schedule have been shifted. Schools are closed, business hours are reduced, work from home policies have been implemented, and job security for non-essential workers is almost non-existent. Social distancing and stay-at-home are the orders of the day and many are struggling to cope. I don't… Continue reading Beating the COVID Blues: 10 Ways to Overcome Loneliness