the humbled therapist

Example: someone who withdraws communication might be communicating that they would like to be checked on (a form of seeking attention) OR they might be communicating that they need space. This post is not necessarily about analyzing other people’s behavior but it can serve to clarify what you or someone you know is *really* trying to say with a certain action. ***as always, these posts are meant to educate and encourage. take what you need and leave what you don’t. social media is not a substitute for therapy*** https://www.instagram.com/p/CR2TKYTM830/?utm_medium=tumblr

Many times we’ve been told that quitting is wrong or that it’s for losers. But I would like to submit to you that sometimes it’s important to know when to quit. For example, it might be important to quit a relationship that is causing you more distress than joy or even quitting a thought that is unhelpful. What sorts of messages have you received around the idea of quitting or “sticking it out”? When would you say it’s ok to quit? ***as always, these posts are meant to educate and encourage. take what you need and leave what you don’t. social media is not a substitute for therapy*** #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealth #selfawareness #selflove #selfcare #copingskills #copingwithanxiety #copingwithdepression #therapistsofig #positivethoughts #affirmations #selfhelp #psychology #psychologytips #mentalhealthtips https://www.instagram.com/p/CQZxSvjjpRv/?utm_medium=tumblr

Thank you all for being here. Reminder to allow yourself the spaces to grow and change. The narratives you’ve believed about yourself. The narratives that got you here. The narratives others have said about you. It’s ok to rewrite them if they no longer serve you. 💛💛💛 https://www.instagram.com/p/CQOo5SoDoC_/?utm_medium=tumblr

Do not shrink yourself to fit into anyone’s expectations of you. ⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️ IN FACT, don’t shrink yourself to adjust to your own smallish version of yourself. Do you know what I’m talking about? The part of us that responds to the inner critic that shames us, guilts us and scares us into staying small and prevents growth? Hit like if you agree💛 ***as always, these posts are meant to educate and encourage. take what you need and leave what you don’t. social media is not a substitute for therapy*** #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealth #selfawareness #selflove #selfcare #copingskills #copingwithanxiety #copingwithdepression #therapistsofig #positivethoughts #affirmations #selfhelp #psychology #psychologytips #mentalhealthtips https://www.instagram.com/p/CQB-0T0joMA/?utm_medium=tumblr

Be it a thought, a behavior or a feeling. It’s important to notice what we pay attention and spend energy on. Things that we focus on will persist. This can look like a negative thought, entertaining a toxic ex, or spending too much time in your “feelings” when you know changing your tune could help with feeling better. ***as always, these posts are meant to educate and encourage. take what you need and leave what you don’t. social media is not a substitute for therapy*** https://www.instagram.com/p/CP8y_65jBsi/?utm_medium=tumblr

It could’ve been something big or something seemingly insignificant. But if it caused hurt in you, it’s ok to admit it. Perhaps you’ve been socialized to believe that it’s better to ignore or “suck it up”, but this can only cause resentment from the hurts that build up over time. Accepting the hurt allows healing to happen. ***as always, these posts are meant to educate and encourage. take what you need and leave what you don’t. social media is not a substitute for therapy*** https://www.instagram.com/p/CPzZMSljmyH/?utm_medium=tumblr

This was me today. I needed a break. I had to ask for help. And it was tempting to go down the shame spiral. But instead, I wrote out these reminders. That is all for today. 💛 ***as always, these posts are meant to educate and encourage. take what you need and leave what you don’t. social media is not a substitute for therapy*** #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthawareness #selflove #selfcare #copingskills #copingwithanxiety #copingwithdepression #therapistsofig #positivethoughts #affirmations #dailyaffirmations #dailymotivation #dailyquotes #mentalhealth https://www.instagram.com/p/CPE9XsOjTWn/?utm_medium=tumblr

Notice how not all of these questions have to do with your ‘mental state’. There are many things we can do to positively influence our mental health that will in turn feed into our overall health. How are you really doing? As you go about your day, don’t forget to take care of you. ***as always, these posts are meant to educate and encourage. take what you need and leave what you don’t. social media is not a substitute for therapy*** #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthawareness #selflove #selfcare #copingskills #copingwithanxiety #copingwithdepression #therapistsofig #positivethoughts #affirmations https://www.instagram.com/p/CO_wXdJDyvy/?utm_medium=tumblr

YOUR. STORY. MATTERS. That is all. You may refer to my previous post for more on this topic. Much love. #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthawareness #selflove #selfcare #copingskills #copingwithanxiety #copingwithdepression #therapistsofig #positivethoughts #affirmations #mentalhealthadvocate #mentalhealthwarrior #copingstrategies #positivethinking #positivevibes #positivequotes #positiveenergy #positivemindset #copingskills https://www.instagram.com/p/COyuGc9DKn_/?igshid=6a1xvo1j9ykl

If you see this and have a diagnosis, whatever it may be, please know that you are more than your diagnosis. Not only that, but diagnoses exist to help us frame and study a combination of symptoms so a) you are not alone and b) there is hope for improvement. I have a diagnosis that I manage on a daily basis and I get it. I get the questions, the frustration and how limited we can feel by it. But I also know there is strength in it. I have developed coping skills, a support network and a new way of thinking that I might not have otherwise and my life is better for it. Much love. ***as always, these posts are meant to educate and encourage. take what you need and leave what you don’t. social media is not a substitute for therapy*** #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthawareness #selflove #selfcare #copingskills #copingwithanxiety #copingwithdepression #therapistsofig #positivethoughts #affirmations #dailyaffirmations #affirmationsoftheday #mentalhealthrecovery #mentalhealthblogger #mentalhealthtips #mentalhealthwarrior https://www.instagram.com/p/COvIkQMjzWL/?igshid=19wtsnsguxxtt

In this space, I talk about mental health pretty exclusively. And as I thought about what to share today (I had topics, lists, signs and symptoms), I decided to share this gentle reminder instead. You are so much more than your mental health. It is certainly a part of you and I want to help you gain learning and understanding to feel your best. But even when you’re not at your best, you’re still you. You’re still worthy and valuable and your life still has meaning. I hope this finds you well, and if it doesn’t please know that there is help available. ***as always, these posts are meant to educate and encourage. take what you need and leave what you don’t. social media is not a substitute for therapy*** #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthawareness #selflove #selfcare #copingskills #copingwithanxiety #copingwithdepression #therapistsofig #positivethoughts #affirmationsoftheday https://www.instagram.com/p/COtz-pyjflT/?igshid=19ca24d5ku09g

Have you ever wondered if you have good mental health? Here are 4 signs that your mental health is thriving! This doesn’t mean that people with good mental health can’t have bad days, poor relationships or quit jobs. This also doesn’t mean that people who are feeling poorly can’t have good relationships or express feelings well. Remember, these are generalizations so it may not apply to every situation; however, overall people who are doing well mentally and emotionally exhibit these signs. I hope this helps! source/reference: https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/your-mental-health/about-mental-health/what-good-mental-health https://www.instagram.com/p/COazcCVjgVz/?igshid=1wd6scdi0qpl3

I’m just going to leave this right here. I often add a caption to further explain or clarify my thoughts on a post; however, I will leave the application of this one to be used as you need it today (because honestly I needed this and so my thinking is someone else might to). https://www.instagram.com/p/CMP6gA1D_F8/?igshid=1819lvasv21sx