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How to Manage Seasonal Depression Naturally
In my last post, we talked about Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) , a type of depression that follows a seasonal pattern, usually appearing in the fall and winter…
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The Science Behind Seasonal Depression and How to Recognize It
Every year around this time, I notice a familiar shift in many of my patients. They start saying things like, “I don’t know why I feel this way,”…
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Top 5 Journals I Recommend for Personal Growth and Balance
Let’s be honest, journaling has become everywhere. From gratitude prompts to manifestation planners, it can feel like everyone is telling you to “just journal” your way to a…
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Love Lives On: Honor Those We Miss During the Holidays
The holidays are meant to be a time of joy, laughter, and family, but when someone you love is missing, it can feel like the air’s been pulled…
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Holiday Stress Survival Guide: Faith, Boundaries, and Balance
The Silent Pressure of the Holidays The holidays bring lights, laughter, and love, but also exhaustion, comparison, and chaos. For many women, it’s the busiest, loneliest, and most…
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How Nobody Girl Opened Old Wounds and What Healing Looks Like Now
*Content note: This blog touches on themes of childhood abuse and trauma. Please read with care Last week, I finished reading Nobody Girl by Virginia R. Giuffre, and…
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