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Yet, despite all the things I don’t have to deal with, I’m freaking exhausted. I’m constantly overwhelmed with trying to find ways I can help all of the people I know who are dealing with all of these things directly, and frustrated that I can’t really help in most cases.
And, let’s face it, the world is a mess right now. There is so much uncertainty about everything. Even if, like me, you’ve been lucky enough to continue working, and stay healthy, there’s no guarantee that won’t change tomorrow, or that someone close to you won’t get sick, or lose their job. In the midst of all that uncertainty, I think it;s OK to admit that I am both grateful for what I have and where I am, but still not OK.
I don’t think anyone right now, can be faulted for not being OK, so I also don’t think any of us should feel guilty about it either.
Raise your hand if you’re also dealing, but not really OK?
Link – Psychotherapy Myths: Therapy Can’t Treat Serious Mental Illness
I do agree with this take away: “The takeaway from this small sample of research is to bust the myth that psychotherapy only treats “mild” mental illness. Or that it can’t be used until a person is “stabilized” on medications. The research data just don’t provide evidence to support these beliefs. None of this is…
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The fact that life expectancy is on the decline, in a time when technology and health care continues to find new ways to keep people alive, is shocking. So shocking in fact that right now we are looking at being compared to this: “For decades, U.S. life expectancy was on the upswing, rising a few…
Shared Links (weekly) Nov 8, 2020
Other People’s Opinion and Your Self-Esteem
The Invisible Male Victims of Sexual Trauma
Self-Care in Times of Distress and Continuous Crisis
Your Well-Being Should Never Be up for Debate
Here’s What Five Teenage Podcasters Want Parents To Know About Mental Health
Mental Health Advocates Say These Things Need To Change No Matter Who Wins The Election
Why Mental Health Is Even More Important Than We Think
