emotional health

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Why You Should Get Out of Your Comfort Zone

Why You Should Get Out of Your Comfort Zone

By karengray

Your comfort zone is a mental space where your activities and behaviors fit inside a nice steady routine and pattern that minimizes stress and risk. It provides a state of mental security. When you stay inside your comfort zone you benefit in obvious ways, enjoying regular happiness, low anxiety, an...

05.17.23 05:24 PM - Comment(s)
The Worst Case Scenario Game - Collapsing Catastrophe Thinking

The Worst Case Scenario Game - Collapsing Catastrophe Thinking

By karengray

If you've ever found yourself in a negative thinking cycle like I described above, imagining all the worst case scenarios you can use a simple strategy to turn your thinking around.
08.23.22 04:37 PM - Comment(s)
Easing Emotional Overwhelm

Easing Emotional Overwhelm

By karengray

There has been a lot to process lately, and if you are feeling overwhelmed you aren’t alone. Emotional overwhelm is a lot like the experience of trying to multitask too many things at once. It can affect your ability to think and function.
07.07.22 01:29 PM - Comment(s)
Releasing Tension

Releasing Tension

By karengray

​There are simple strategies you can use to begin to process those built-up emotions, relieve that tension, and take the strain off your body and mind. What will your life be like when you feel more relaxed and are able to fully access all your strengths and resources?
06.13.22 12:28 PM - Comment(s)
React Less and Respond Better

React Less and Respond Better

By karengray

Reactions and responses may look alike. However, they feel different and can have very different results. Whether you react to a situation or respond to it thoughtfully can mean the difference between a pleasant outcome and a messier situation that leaves everyone feeling hurt and upset.
04.20.22 01:38 PM - Comment(s)