Counseling Reflections

Finding Safe Spaces in Quarantine

Finding Safe Spaces in Quarantine

In the midst of a global pandemic, the world has faced unprecedented challenges. While physical health is paramount, the silent echo of mental health issues cannot be overlooked. The sudden shift in our daily lives, coupled with uncertainty and isolation, has significantly impacted our mental well-being.

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Grief and the Empty Room

Grief and Loss: The Empty Room

Grief is a natural response to loss, involving a range of emotions. It’s an individual experience with no fixed timeline or correct way to grieve. There are myths about grief, such as the notion that ignoring pain or not crying means one isn’t grieving but we all grieve in our own way.

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Making mistakes is a part of learning and growing into adulthood.

Kwanzaa: A Letter to My Nephew- Part I

Kwanzaa: A letter to my nephew. As you move forward into manhood, I guarantee that you will make mistakes. You NEED to make mistakes to grow. There is no way around that. Practice making better mistakes. Learn from the mistakes of others. Give yourself permission to mess up. Laugh at yourself every day. We are really not that important. Throw your anxiety to the wind. Those that are building their lives have little time to criticize. When you see a critic, feel compassion for them. They made a choice to spend their energy tearing down instead of building up. But remember, you are about the business of creating.

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