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Understanding and Managing Post-Holiday Stress
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Post-holiday stress is a common experience as the festivities wind down. Financial strain, unmet expectations, and the return to routine contribute to this stress. Coping strategies include reflection and reframing, setting realistic resolutions, financial planning, self-care practices, and connecting with others. Learn to navigate post-holiday stress with resilience and self-care for a smoother transition…
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Mindful Intentions: A New Approach to the New Year
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As we get closer to a new year, the air is filled with the promise of fresh starts. Instead of the traditional approach of setting resolutions, we invite you to explore the potency of mindful intentions. Resolutions can be rigid and often laden with expectations, setting us up for potential disappointment. Intentions, on the…
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Navigating Unpredictable Triggers: Understanding and Managing Emotional Distress
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The journey through life is often marked by unpredictable twists and turns, and for many, these unforeseen events can become unexpected triggers, stirring up emotions and resurfacing past traumas. The holiday season, with its mix of social interactions and heightened emotions, can amplify the impact of unpredictable triggers. Understanding the nature of these triggers…
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Unwrapping the Challenges: OCD and the Holiday Season
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The holiday season, often hailed as a time of joy and celebration, can present unique challenges for individuals grappling with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). While others are trimming trees and wrapping gifts, those with OCD may find themselves contending with intrusive thoughts and compulsive rituals that can intensify during this festive period. Let’s embark on…
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Transforming Trauma: A Practical Guide to Holiday Healing
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The holiday season, often associated with joy and celebration, can be a challenging time for individuals who have experienced trauma. The festivities, family gatherings, and cultural expectations may trigger emotions that are difficult to navigate. However, it’s possible to transform the holiday season from a potential source of distress into an opportunity for healing…
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Natural ADHD Strategies for Your Child
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This article discusses a therapist’s insight into natural strategies for children living with ADHD. These include teaching mindful breathing techniques such as balloon breaths and star breathing, encouraging regular physical exercise like jumping jacks and dance parties, maintaining a balanced diet with essential nutrients, establishing consistent daily routines, and leveraging the power of breaks…
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From Complexity to Connection: Navigating ADHD’s Impact on Relationships
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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) isn’t confined to the individual; its impact extends to the realm of relationships. Navigating the challenges that arise when one or both partners have ADHD requires understanding, communication, and evidence-based strategies. In this article, we’ll explore the dynamics of ADHD within relationships, shedding light on common challenges and providing…
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Overcome Burnout
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In today’s fast-paced world, burnout has become an all-too-common enemy, affecting people from all walks of life. But the good news is that burnout can be conquered with the right knowledge and strategies. On our Envision Therapy DFW podcast, we just finished our “Burnout Buster Series,” where we’ve explored the ins and outs of…