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Common Myths Associated with Mental Health and Therapy by Tytannie Harris, LCSW

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If I had a dollar for every time a client came to see me and asked if they were “crazy” I would be rich. I always tell my clients you’re “brave” not crazy and I’m proud of you for taking the first step in addressing your mental health. There’s nothing wrong with having a “mental health checkup.” Whether it’s a divorce, death of a loved one, stress at work or parenting challenges, sometimes life happens. It is a common belief that mental illness is caused by personal weakness when in fact, like most major illnesses, it is not the fault of the person with the mental conditions. Biological and environmental factors are usually at the root of the issue and needing therapy is not a personal failure. There are a few common myths associated with psychotherapy. Myth #1 – I can’t afford therapy The truth is, you can’t afford not to. There are a variety of ways in which therapy can be affordable. Think about what you spend on clothes, going out or dinner a few times a week. Saving just a lit

Get Re-Inspired in Five Simple Steps by Aaja Corinne Magee

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As an entrepreneur, a fresh supply of motivation and inspiration is essential to producing game-changing results in the marketplace. Yet, sometimes the unthinkable occurs. After consistently going strong and climbing higher over a period of time, suddenly, we hit a plateau and lack the motivation and inspiration to move beyond that place. Have you ever been there? I have. It happens to the best of us, even the most successful people. Of course, we'd love for every season to be an "on" season, but there is a purpose for our off-seasons as well. That's the time where most of our personal development takes place, and we get prepared for the next level. But staying motivated and inspired is important no matter what season you're in. Fresh motivation and inspiration keeps us forward-looking and helps us to resist complacency. Not to mention, consistency in branding yourself and carrying out your day-to-day activities is so much easier as well. If you’ve fallen in