Author: Amanda Smith, LCSW
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What are your favorite types of foods?
What are your favorite types of foods? I saw this prompt and just had to respond. It’s worth the back to back post! I love all foods in general but I guess I do favor a few specific types…in no particular order…
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How often do you walk or run?
How often do you walk or run? Oh I have thoughts on this! So I grew up having a lot of women role models who were really big on running. It seemed like that was just the thing to do to stay fit, but I’ve never really been very athletically driven or talented. So it…
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What’s your favorite word?
What’s your favorite word? I was just talking about this with one of my teens today in counseling! I love the word “Weird”!!! I’ve always loved the word weird and very rarely have I ever used or thought of in any sort of negative way. It always brought me joy and made me smile from…
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Self Care for Busy Days: 7 Tips to Prioritize Your Well-Being
In the midst of today’s fast-paced world, carving out time for self-care can feel like a challenge, especially on jam-packed days filled with obligations. However, tending to our well-being is paramount for managing stress and sustaining a healthy life. Explore these practical self-care tips tailored for busy days to help you stay centered amidst the…
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Prompt: Describe your ideal week.
Describe your ideal week. This prompt is very fitting for me at the present moment because I was literally just laying in bed trying plan my week ahead. No joke, I just read a random article on how to find your motivational flow. It was a good article, but I really didn’t need to read…
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Prompt: How do you relax?
How do you relax? As a therapist, I think a lot of people have this idea that I’m super chill and zen all of the time. I mean, it makes sense- I literally teach relaxation skills and techniques so I must be the most relaxed person ever, right? Ha! Fooled ya! Like most things in…
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Prompt: What brings a tear of joy to your eye?
What brings a tear of joy to your eye? Tear of joy?!? That’s a phrase I haven’t used/heard in a hot minute. As a therapist Im obsessed with specific ways that we describe our emotions, and I was today years old when I realized just how intricate and articulate this phrase actually is. I’m well…
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Self-Care for High-Functioning Anxiety: Nurturing Your Well-being
Living with high-functioning anxiety can be challenging, but with the right self-care strategies, you can find balance and lead a fulfilling life. In this blog post, we’ll explore effective self-care techniques to manage high-functioning anxiety and prioritize your well-being. How Can We Use Self-Care To Help Combat High-Functioning Anxiety? 1. Set Healthy Boundaries:Prioritize your time…
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Prompt: How are you feeling right now?
How are you feeling right now? Oooh! As a therapist I ask this question like 10 times a day but it’s been a minute since I’ve asked myself how I’m feeling. One of the things I talk about a lot in therapy is the idea that we usually have a bazillion feelings at one time,…
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Mastering Cognitive Distortions with CBT Techniques
In our intricate journey of thoughts, patterns emerge, shaped by life experiences and adaptations. However, not all these patterns are beneficial; some give rise to maladaptive thinking. These cognitive distortions often operate unnoticed, impacting our well-being. By cultivating awareness of our thoughts and narratives, we can unveil and transform these distorted patterns.