Train Your Anxiety with Mindfulness Activities

 

Train Your Anxiety with Mindfulness Activities

 

 Are you having a rough anxious day? You can put strategies in place to train those anxious moments. Mindfulness activities are great for managing the worry, fear and doubts that have your mind frazzled. 

  

 

  

Sometimes you can be sitting around and nowhere out of the blue negative thoughts start popping into your mind. These thoughts lead to overthinking about what you cannot do or feelings of being undervalued. 

 

 

 

 

 #1 Do you Notice your mind becoming anxious for no reason?

Solution: Disrupt negative worries fears and doubts by taking a big yawn and stretch for 10 seconds...You will Notice how a yawn interrupts your thoughts and feelings.

 

 #2 Does your anxiety have you overthinking?

Solution: Be kind to your mindfulness. Stop letting your mind tell you what you cannot do. Say I will.... I am... I can ...

 

#3 Anxiety have you feeling like “blah”?

Solution: Just ask yourself this question: What is my deep burning aspiration for my life? Pause for about 20 seconds. Do this a second or third time and write down what comes to your mind. 

 

 

After you write down your aspiration, read it every day until it becomes your new thought. 

 

Don’t let anxiety take over your day, week, or life! Take control by training your anxiety to leave you alone.

 

  

 

 

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Great Job! Continue to Train Your Anxiety...

 

To Grieve or Not to Grieve What is the Problem

 

To Grieve or Not to Grieve

What is the Problem

If you need to grieve the loss of a loved one, pet, job or any other element that left your life abruptly, by all means, do what’s best for you. Often, you feel like you are supposed to hold in your feelings of anger, sadness, happiness, or acceptance. The stages of grief are unpredictable and individualized. Step #1 is to be familiar with the different ways grief can and will affect you, your life and others who support you.

 

Here are some normal but unusual reactions to grief:

  

 

#1 You CAN cry

Express your grief over a precious person, pet, item, or event in the way that you need to. The objective is to get any feelings and emotions out that will hold you back from moving forward in life.

 

#2 You CAN be happy

Once again if you want to celebrate the transition of what you lost, GO AHEAD! Everyone grieves differently. Being happy doesn’t mean you loved any less than you do.

 

#3 You CAN move forward with ease

Being stuck is another symptom that grief can cause. Whatever and however long you need to process your life and what you need is your choice. Don’t be forced to move through your grief without setting realistic expectations for your next phase of life.

  

 

The stages of grief and how you should be reacting can be tricky.

GinMan Consulting can guide you through your grieving process.

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P.S. Don’t forget to share this blog so that others will know that GRIEVING IS DIFFERENT FOR EVERYONE.

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What Would You Give Up to Live Life on Your Terms?

 

What Would You Give Up to Live Life on Your Terms?

 

 

 

 

Life on your terms equals  >>>>

 

>>>>Calm instead of worry, fear and doubt

>>>>Bold decision making instead of having low confidence in your actions

>>>>A balanced life instead of neglecting some important areas you need to thrive

>>>>Focusing more on self-care instead of being a people pleaser

 

 

All of the above sounds like your dream life!

  

 

  

It’s easy to think that having all of those well- rounded components are impossible but NO you can thrive and survive when chaos seems to be your reality. 

 

Let’s thrive and survive....

 

#1  Reframe the way you think about situations.

Positive thoughts produce positive results. Hanging around situations that leave your cup half empty is a bummer. Keep your outlook on life half full. 

 

 

#2 Get a Mental Boost. 

Read books that promote mental strength and  growth. 

Training's are a great way to improve the skills you need to overcome lack.

Whatever you plant inside of your mind is what grows.

 

 

#3 Communicate with greats.

 Socialize with people who have a track record of greatness. Of course it doesn’t have to be face to face but the more you immerse yourself around others who thrive, you will start implementing some of their same skills. 

 

 

 

 

 

Connection Time!

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Treating Co-Occurring Disorder

 

Treating Co-Occurring Disorder

 

 

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When individuals suffer from drug or alcohol addictions and mental health disorders, we call the condition co-occurring disorder. This disorder is common in those receiving treatments against substance abuse. There are many things that impact one recovering from substance abuse which can trigger the use of these drugs, the intake of alcohol again, or result in co-occurring disorder. Some of such are:

#1 Guilt

#2 Grief

#3 Depression

#4 Low Self Esteem

#5 Anger Management Issues

That said, these things are considered more as symptoms rather than disorders. But their impact on the patient can not be overemphasized.

 

Three Common Co-Occurring Disorders

 

Eating Disorder

Eating disorders like anorexia or excessive eating are quite common in people dealing with substance addiction. They tend to rely on drugs or alcohol to build their self-confidence and suppress hunger, resulting in co-occurring disorders with time.

 

Anxiety Disorder

People with many episodes of anxiety and panic attacks tend to result in substance use. Some overdose on their doctor’s prescription, while others rely on alcohol and illicit drugs as a coping mechanism.

 

PTSD

Post-traumatic stress disorder leads some to substance misuse. After going through stressful, scary, or life-threatening situations, some people relieve the symptoms that accompany PTSD by taking alcohol and drugs.

 

Co-Occurring Disorder Treatment Techniques

When suffering from a dual disorder, also known as co-occurring disorder, you need to get help. Seek professional help and support from close friends and family. This would help you maintain a healthy and balanced life.

Treatment techniques that would be of great help include:

#1 Peer support groups

#2 Individualized counseling

#3 Cognitive behavioral therapy

#4 Medication-assisted treatment

#5 Aftercare group or individualized therapy

It is important to get treated, but it is much more important to get treated by the appropriate quarters. Seek professional help, and you will receive the correct guidance on which treatment would suit you because every situation has its peculiarities. It would also keep you accountable, especially if you experience a relapse.

 

 

“We honor ourselves when we speak out for recovery. We show the world that recovery matters because it brings hope and peace into the lives of individuals and their loved ones.”

 – Beth Wilson

 

 

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Alcohol and Drugs Relapse

 

Alcohol and Drugs Relapse

 

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What is Relapse?

Relapse occurs when an alcoholic or a drug user who has been abstaining from alcohol intake or drug use returns to taking these substances. The triggers that cause this relapse include:

#1 Rejection

#2 Depression

#3 Financial Problems

#4 Relationship Issues

#5 Work-Related Problems

#6 Emotional and Physical Stress

#7 Mental and Physical Health Issues

 

How to Prevent Relapse

Relapse doesn’t mean that you have failed; what you need to do is replace the habits with new ones by:

#1 Adopting a healthier lifestyle and behavior.

#2 Developing a good and healthy food diet.

#3 Building a positive self-image and self-control.

#4 Engaging in healthy activities—avoid boredom.

#5 Steering clear of people and places that trigger your substance use.

#6 Joining a strong support group and keeping a group of supportive friends and family.

 

 

If you have experienced a relapse or currently going through one, you don’t have to feel less of a human. Getting over a habit such as alcohol or drug abuse and turning a new leaf is a process. Don’t beat yourself up. Take courage, speak with people who can help you, and break off.

 

Attend therapy sessions, particularly cognitive behavioral therapy, and stay accountable. It takes a lot of strong will and self-control to break off a habit, which is why you need to stay among a community of people who can be of great help to you.

 

Make sure you dig deep into why you relapsed and use that as a means of identifying your triggers so that you can avoid co-occurring disorders associated with substance abuse.

 

 

Holli Kenley said,

 

 “Shame serves to fuel and feed relapse. Further relapse fuels and feeds shame.”

 

 Do not allow fear or shame when you relapse; rather, stay accountable to those who can help you.

 

 

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Treating Sleep Disorders

 

Treating Sleep Disorders

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Sleep is one of the most important parts of our everyday life. We need a good night’s rest after a busy day, and sometimes, we find it difficult to get enough sleep even after the day’s running. There are different reasons people find it difficult to get a good Night’s sleep. While some find it hard to sleep because they are anxious over a matter, some find it difficult to sleep when they are excited over an event coming up. Aside from this, some people experience sleeplessness due to sleep disorders like:

#1 Insomnia

#2 Sleep Apnea

#3 Narcolepsy

#4 Restless Leg Syndrome

 

Getting Help

If you or your loved ones have any of these disorders, you do not have to fret because they can be medically managed so you can enjoy your daytime and nighttime. When you notice symptoms of these disorders or your inability to sleep is affecting the quality of your life, kindly seek professional help, and you should ask questions from the professional.

Questions on:

1. The kind of sleep disorder you are suffering from.

2. The severity of this sleep disorder.

3. How to manage or treat this disorder.

4. How to improve the quality of your sleep.

 

Sleep disorders have the tendency to disrupt your daily life and the quality of life you live if they are not checked and managed. They can affect your mental health, performance at work or school, physical health, and body weight. Therefore, you must get help if you realize that getting enough quality sleep at night is fast becoming a major challenge.

Some of the treatments include:

1. Eat healthily

2. Reduce noise

3. Reduce light

4. Exercise regularly

5. Keep a regular sleep pattern

6. Medications and supplements  

7. Cognitive behavioral counseling

 

Renuka Pitre said that “sometimes asking for help also means you are helping yourself.”

Seek help! Do not try to understand the situation all by yourself because you might not, and even if you do, you still need the help of a healthcare provider to provide medical support.

 

 

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Common Sleep Disorders and Their Symptoms

 

Common Sleep Disorders and Their Symptoms

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Sleep Apnea

Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder in which breathing stops repeatedly and starts again. This prevents those suffering from it from enjoying a good night’s rest.

 

Symptoms

1. Heavy and loud snoring

2. Tiredness after a night’s sleep

3. Inability to asleep

4. Breathing stops during sleep

5. Hypersomnia (excessive daytime sleepiness)

6. Low attention span while awake

7. Dry mouth after a night’s sleep

8. Drowsiness and Irritability

 

Insomnia

Insomnia makes it difficult for you to fall to sleep, to stay asleep, or cause you to wake up early and not be able to go back to sleep. This sleep disorder affects work productivity and quality of life because it saps one’s energy and affects one’s mood.

 

Symptoms

1. Finding it hard to fall asleep at nighttime

2. Waking up too early

3. Fatigue after a night’s sleep

4. Mood swing, depression, or sleepiness

5. Lack of focus during the day

6. Easily prone to accidents and errors

7. Constant worry about sleep

 

Narcolepsy

Narcolepsy is a condition that causes overwhelming daytime drowsiness and sudden attacks of sleep. It is a chronic sleep disorder, and those who suffer from it find it hard to stay awake for a long time.

 

Symptoms

1. Sudden loss of muscle tone

2. Sleep paralysis

3. Uncontrollable excessive daytime sleepiness

4. Hallucinations and REM sleep

5. Automatic behavior during short episodes of narcolepsy

 

Restless Legs Syndrome

RLS is an uncontrollable irresistible urge to move your legs, which can also cause a crawling sensation in your thighs, calves, feet, and in your arm at times.

 

Symptoms

1. Sensations in legs and limbs as a result of lying or sitting down for a long period of time.

2. Relief in legs and limbs as a result of moving around.

3. Leg twitching during sleep.

4. Legs and limb movements worsen in the evening.

 

Getting enough good night’s sleep is important.

Therefore, seek medical help when you notice any of these symptoms in you or your loved ones. 

 

 

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