Acknowledgement: you need to acknowledge and understand that things are changing Acceptance: even if you don’t want to accept the outcome, you need to accept that things are changing. If you don’t like the projected outcome- fight to change it. Stress: all change can cause stress- even good change. It is important to manage yourContinue reading “How to Deal with Change”
Author Archives: Inspired Spine
Developing a New Healthy Habit
Earlier this summer I decided I wanted to be healthier- mentally, emotionally, and physically. I thought about what I wanted to improve and what could help me get there. What I wanted was to find a good stress reliever to help improve my mental and emotional health along with getting me in better shape physically.Continue reading “Developing a New Healthy Habit”
Expressing Your Emotions
It can be hard to explain to someone what you are feeling and what you need from them but it is so important to learn how to do this in your friendships and relationships. Oftentimes we expect others to know how we feel and to understand. We want them to know what is wrong andContinue reading “Expressing Your Emotions”
Benefits of Walking
If you’re like me and want to find easy ways to stay healthy, then you should consider going on walks. It is a low impact way to get some exercise in and a great way to relieve some stress. There are so many benefits to going on daily walks, here are some of my favorites:Continue reading “Benefits of Walking”
Mental Health Resources
There are many resources for people who are struggling with their mental health. Besides talking to family or friends, there are other people you can reach out to! One option is therapy. Accessibility to therapists is increasing by allowing in person, over the phone, and video call appointments for patients. Many insurance plans will workContinue reading “Mental Health Resources”
Health Benefits of Owning a Pet
Most people love pets and who can blame them? Animals are the sweetest things ever, especially dogs! I rescued a puppy last year in February and having a dog has really improved my overall health! Here is how I have benefited from having a dog: Mental health: My anxiety was getting pretty bad and IContinue reading “Health Benefits of Owning a Pet”
How to be More Productive
Make a reasonable to-do list: Don’t overwhelm yourself with creating a to-do list that is too complex. I typically add most agenda items, even if they are smaller, because this gives me a sense of accomplishment when I can cross it off my list. After gaining that sense of accomplishment, it motivates me to doContinue reading “How to be More Productive”
Drinking Water
Everyone says you should be drinking water to stay hydrated, but why? What is it actually doing for your body? There are numerous health benefits to drinking water every day but here are my favorite reasons: Improves energy levels and brain functions Helps relieve headaches Flushes the waste from your body Makes nutrients and mineralsContinue reading “Drinking Water”
Ho’oponopono
I was recently taught what Ho’oponopono is and this is helping me find closure with feelings I needed to acknowledge. Ho’oponopono is an ancient Hawaiian practice that uses love, forgiveness, repentance, and gratitude. To practice this, you will use four phrases when reflecting to yourself. They are: I’m sorry. Please forgive me. I thank you.Continue reading “Ho’oponopono”
Acknowledging Past Emotions
I have been wanting to find ways to process my emotions better lately, not only for myself but for my relationships as well. I heard a phrase the other day that really hit home. That phrase was, “There’s a part of you that has been so hurt that it forces itself to be seen. ItContinue reading “Acknowledging Past Emotions”
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