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What can we affirm right now in this very moment for ourselves that is real, no matter how small it may be?
By Angela Escobar In a discussion forum I participated in this week, Dr. Arlette Poland made a suggestion to a peer that really spoke to me in a powerful way: “Never give yourself an affirmation that is stated in the … Continue reading
We the Sea
By: Janet Paleo Not a footstep to be heard Not a fingerprint to be found Not an impression left On the shore Of the sea. I wrote this poem a very long time ago when life seemed so bleak and dark. … Continue reading
Posted in Depression, Inspirational, Life, Mental Health, Peer and Social Support, Self-Help
Tagged focus, hope, life, loneliness, poetry, recovery, sadness, sea, seashore
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What I’m Like When I’m Well
By: Angela Escobar I hadn’t realized just how dispassionate and detached I had become till my daughter came to stay with me for three weeks during the summer. It’s funny just how tolerant we come to be of our circumstances, … Continue reading
Posted in Life, Mental Health, Motivational/Inspirational, Peer and Social Support, Personal Growth and Development, Relationships, Self-Help, Wellness
Tagged daughter, happiness, inspiration, mental health and wellness, mother, mother and daughter, wellness, wellness recovery action plan
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What are things you do to be and stay well?
When was the last time you felt happy? Well? Like your best self? What was happening in your life during that time? What was your daily routine like during that time? What activities were you involved in during that time? … Continue reading
Posted in Inspirational, Life, Mental Health, Motivational, Motivational/Inspirational, Peer and Social Support, Personal Growth and Development, Self-Help, Self-Improvement, Spirituality
Tagged coping skills toolbox, health, wellness, wellness recovery action plan, wellness toolbox, wellness tools, WRAP
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Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) Training in Austin, TX– Scholarships Available!
Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) Training – October 18-24, 2015 in Austin, TX Sponsored by: Via Hope Texas Mental Health Resources The Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) course is an intensive training followed by a written certification exam. Participants must successfully complete both … Continue reading
Creative Emergence Day 1~ Breaking Free
By: Angela Escobar Empowerment is finally realizing that I have a choice. I finally have access to my freedom. I am no longer bound to what you think “it” should be. I no longer have to feel bad for being … Continue reading
Moving Beyond Bettelheim
By: Angela Escobar According to the results of Bettelheim’s work and my own experiences, allowing people the freedom and respect to come around in their own good time can be empowering to the individual because we are not taking away … Continue reading
Psyche & Society 