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Life Lessons
by Rabbi Steve Leder @steve_leder, steveleder.com Rabbi Steve writes in the Aug/Sept issue of Women’s Day magazine, “This is the time of the year when Jews enter the High Holy Days, which include Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur – a sacred season to seek forgiveness from those we have wronged. The completion of these steps…
Read More Life LessonsMental Health Among African American Women
Erica Martin Richards, M.D., Ph.D. It’s true that everyone experiences temporary periods of sadness, and times of worry and nervousness. But what about when those feelings won’t go away? Too often, women of color try to muscle their way through depression and anxiety on their own says Erica Richards, chair and medical director of the Department…
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Marci Schimoff There has never been a better, or more important time, to rethink what makes you happy. True happiness comes from the inside out—no matter what’s going on in your life or the world around you. In Happy for No Reason: 7 Steps to Being Happy from the Inside Out, transformational expert Marci Shimoff offers…
Read More 4 Surprising Ways to Be Happy for No Reason (YES, Even Now!)Couples Therapists Are Sharing Immediate Red Flags In Relationships
by Victoria Vouloumanos, BuzzFeed Staff Any kind of display of humiliating the other is never a good sign. Whatever is shown in the company of strangers is only a preview of what happens behind closed doors. Contempt. When I experience true contempt from one in the relationship, I know it is usually over. Refusal or…
Read More Couples Therapists Are Sharing Immediate Red Flags In RelationshipsEmotional Wellbeing During the COVID-19 Outbreak
People that are feeling emotional distress related to COVID-19 can take actions to help support themselves and others. Set a limit on media consumption, including social media, local or national news. Stay active. Make sure to get enough sleep and rest. Stay hydrated and avoid excessive amounts of caffeine or alcohol. Eat healthy foods when…
Read More Emotional Wellbeing During the COVID-19 OutbreakBe Kind to Your Mind
Tips To Boost Your Mental Health Track gratitude and achievement with a journal. Start your day with a cup of coffee or tea. Work your strengths. Keep the temperature cool for a good night’s sleep. Take time to laugh. More tips HERE.
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Tips to cope with stress during COVID-191 PAUSE. Breathe. Notice how you feel TAKE BREAKS from COVID-19 content MAKE time to sleep and exercise REACH OUT and stay connected SEEK HELP if overwhelmed or unsafe For more information, click HERE. For resources in SC, click HERE.
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