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  • Therapy Thursday

    How to use your body to soothe your mind. Calm Practice Boundary Sensing For this exercise, you will need to find three (3) objects: an object you love (a ‘yes’ object), an object that you feel neutral about, and an object that you strongly dislike or that disgusts you (a ‘no’ object). For example, you might…

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    Join me for a Mid Summer Book Club! After listening to Mel Robbins’ podcast regularly the past month, I just started reading her new book, The Let Them Theory last week. I admit to being a slow reader, but I am loving the book so far! Feel free to read this book at your own…

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    Therapy Thursday

    Mindful Walks With the Summer months in bloom, what better time to escape outside for a walk! Walking (even a short 5-minute walk) can calm your nervous system. You can focus on your footfalls and the feeling of the ground beneath you. You can get unstuck and reduce stress.  If you cannot get outside, walking…

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    Therapy Thursday

    How to Improve Your Proprioception What is proprioception? Proprioception is your body’s ability to sense its position, movement, and balance. Think of it as, your internal GPS. Proprioception relies on sensory receptors (called proprioceptors) in your muscles, tendons, and joints. These send constant feedback to your brain about body position, muscle tension, and movement. Your…

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    What is a mantra? A mantra is an influential, dynamic affirmation or phrase that can support focus and relaxation.  Mantras can start with “I am…” I am calm. I am relaxed. I am happy. I am loved. What mantra can you add? One of my favorite mantras is “Ebb and flow, come and go” from Kristin McGee‘s 5-minute guided…

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    Kristin McGee shared this Dear Abby column in her newsletter this week. Like Kristin, my Grandma also read Dear Abby’s column and I remember my Grandma (and Mom) sharing Dear Abby’s insightful words with me during my childhood. As we move forward into 2025, we need to treat our bodies (and minds) with loving kindness…

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    Therapy Thursday

    Autumn Affirmations Appreciation is Life-Affirming At this time of the year, be grateful for what you have and the strength that will carry you through the coming winter months. I appreciate where I am in my life right now. I celebrate my achievements and learn from each experience. Every day I learn something new about myself.…

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  • Therapy Thursday

    With the busy holiday season upon us, and while simultaneously navigating the other stresses in our lives, a daily dose of humor can uplift our moods and brighten our days! What is your favorite cat meme?

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