ACEs, Trauma, and EMDR: My Journey – Part 4
Part IV: My Post-EMDR Walk Today Karen explained that we’d begun the reprocessing process, the R in EMDR. When successful, the emotional charge to untreated trauma is removed, allowing the survivor to heal. That day was to be the first of several EMDR sessions,...
Crafting for Mental Wellness: Creativity in Stressful Times
Craft store sales are booming. On Instagram, hashtags like #QuarantineCrafts are filled with images of embroidery, origami, and tiny, needle-felted animals. It’s undeniable: crafting is experiencing a revival, and it’s not hard to see why. After all, it’s one of...
Expectations: An Essay on API Mental Health – Part 4
There are many negative connotations associated with the topic of mental health in Asian and Pacific Islander communities. Some go as far as rejecting its existence. Sometimes, these cultures do not fully encourage men to be open about their feelings or even properly...
Making Time for Yourself
Self-care has become a bit of a buzzword over the past few years, and its meaning is debatable. But one thing we can all agree on is that taking care of yourself during the pandemic is both a necessity and a challenge. If you’ve found yourself struggling to prioritize...
3 Foods That Boost Mental Health
It’s undeniable that what we eat has a major impact on our health and wellbeing. From omega-3 fatty acids to vitamin K and magnesium, there are many nutrients that have scientifically-proven benefits for mental health. When it comes to mental illness, healthy eating...BLOG HOME
