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June 30, 2020 by LHCRDR239487234 Leave a Comment

Are You Doing Self-Care All Wrong?

The topic of self-care is one that has been discussed openly and often over the past decade. But for many, the concept of self-care is one that is still a bit mysterious, if not downright confusing.

What Is Self-Care?

First, self-care is a practice and a commitment we make to ourselves. It is any activity we do deliberately to support our physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Not only does the right kind of self-care improve our health and life, but it can also improve the relationships we have with others.

Some examples of self-care might be:

  • Creating better habits
  • Eating right
  • Getting plenty of quality sleep
  • Exercising
  • Meditation
  • Spending quality time with loved ones
  • Making time to enjoy a hobby
  • Learning something new

Self-care isn’t always fun or easy, but you do it anyway because you know that the activity is what is BEST for you. In this way, self-care is a bit like acting as your own parent, making sure you do the things you don’t necessarily feel like doing because it is what your mind, body, and spirit need.

What Self-Care Isn’t

Self-care isn’t necessarily about making yourself feel better.

Person A has had a very bad day. They practice proper self-care and, when they get home, they change clothes, go for a 3-mile run, then cook a healthy dinner that refuels their body.

Person B has also had a very bad day and practices phony self-care. On their way home, person B stops at the store and gets a 6-pack of beer and a gallon of ice cream, then spends the entire night on the sofa drinking and eating poorly in an attempt to make the bad day go away.

This phony style of self-care is very immature. It is not parental but something a child does. If the parent insists you eat your veggies because they are good for you, the child will eat only candy bars when the parent isn’t looking.

Self-care is about making decisions based on what is good for you, not what you FEEL like doing at the moment.

Self-care should also not be confused with pampering. While there is nothing wrong with getting massages and pedicures, these again tend to be quick fixes we give ourselves to make ourselves feel better in the moment.

At the end of the day, self-care is a commitment to yourself to live, grow, and evolve in healthy ways. It means making choices that will lead to your best self and greatest potential.

 

SOURCES:

  • https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/everybody-marries-the-wrong-person/201006/self-care-in-toxic-world
  • https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/in-practice/202001/5-things-people-get-wrong-about-self-care
  • https://psychcentral.com/blog/what-self-care-is-and-what-it-isnt-2/

Filed Under: General

June 15, 2020 by LHCRDR239487234 Leave a Comment

Fighting Loneliness During Quarantine

Not many of us have ever experienced the kind of isolation that this COVID-19 pandemic has brought about. While quarantine for some has been a welcomed break from the hustle and bustle of life and a chance to spend more quality time with the family, for others it has been an incredibly lonely experience away from coworkers, friends, and those they love and need most.

In addition, and to make matters worse, loneliness can make managing stress more difficult. And let’s be honest, we are all surrounded by stress these days from worrying about when the world will open up again, when we can start working and earning a living and when life will get back to normal.

Fighting Loneliness in Healthy Ways

Sadly, during times like these, many people turn to alcohol and other substances as a way to cope with stress and loneliness. But there are healthier ways you can fight it.

Plan to Stay Connected

During this time it’s important to create a plan to safely stay in regular contact with family and friends. If you are an older person, be sure to confirm who you can reach out to if you need help getting food, medications, and other supplies.

Leverage Technology

While many of us still cannot be in the same space as our loved ones, we are very lucky we live in a time when phones and digital technology can help us all stay connected. Be sure to schedule regular phone calls and online video chats using apps like Skype or FaceTime.

Get in Touch with Old Friends

Most of us, at some point in our life, lose touch with friends and acquaintances we once shared our lives with. Now is the perfect time to reconnect. And social media makes it very easy to find someone you may have lost contact with years ago.

Seek Help

During this pandemic, many counselors and therapists are helping clients via telehealth services. This means instead of going into a therapist’s office, you can speak to them on the phone or over a video conference. A therapist can help you navigate this forced isolation and offer coping strategies to get you through.

If you or someone you love is having a difficult time dealing with loneliness right now, please reach out to me. I would be more than happy to discuss how I may be able to help.

 

SOURCES:

  • https://psychcentral.com/blog/heres-what-loneliness-can-do-to-you-during-covid-19/
  • https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/empowered-relief/202003/the-covid-19-wellness-and-coping-toolkit
  • https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/hope-resilience/202004/how-help-older-adults-fight-loneliness-during-covid-19
  • https://www.aarp.org/health/conditions-treatments/info-2020/coronavirus-social-isolation-loneliness.html

Filed Under: General

June 2, 2020 by LHCRDR239487234 Leave a Comment

Chiropractic Care for Mental Health: Adjust Your Body and Mind

According to a study on the Mental Health Facts in America, over 40 million adults in this country face a mental health crisis each year. The most widely known mental health issue may be anxiety disorders, but depression is actually the leading cause of disability globally.

Among the most common symptoms of depression are:

  • Fatigue or inability to sleep
  • Muscle tension and stiffness
  • Headaches or migraines
  • Aches and pains throughout the body
  • Inability to relax

These physical symptoms often make mental symptoms more challenging to handle. Fortunately, chiropractic care has been shown to alleviate many of them, thereby bringing a sense of overall well-being.

A Holistic Approach to Mental Health

If you are dealing with anxiety or depression, here are some of the ways chiropractic care may help:

A Mind-Body Approach

Generally speaking, chiropractic’s goal is to find the balance between your mind and your body. A chiropractor does this by taking into account all health aspects, including adjustments, exercise, diet, supplements, therapies, and more. For example, a chiropractor understands that even making a small change, such as adding omega-3 into your diet, can help you relieve symptoms of anxiety.

Lowers Blood Pressure

Hypertension is a common side effect of anxiety and/or stress. Several studies suggest chiropractic care may reduce blood pressure and stress symptoms.

All-Natural Solutions without Side Effects

Besides talk therapy, one of the traditional go-to solutions for anxiety and depression is to prescribe some form of prescription medication. The problem is, these often come with nasty side effects such as insomnia, nausea, and weight gain that make matters worse. Chiropractic care is all-natural so you get relief with no side effects.

Adjustments Trigger Positive Hormone Production and Release

Stress leads to the production and release of “fight or flight” hormones such as adrenaline and cortisol. Over time, these hormones can wreak havoc on the body.

Studies show a spinal adjustment triggers an increase of hormones such as neurotensin and oxytocin, which are involved in positive nervous system functioning that can neutralize stress-induced pain and boost feelings of social bonding.

Helps You Get a Better Night’s Sleep

Studies have suggested that chiropractic care may improve a person’s sleep patterns. This can help those dealing with insomnia, a common side effect of anxiety and depression.

These are just some of the ways chiropractic care may help you find relief from mental health issues. If you would like to explore treatment options, please give the office a call. We are here to help you feel better!

 

SOURCES:

  • https://www.rtor.org/2019/02/21/mental-health-and-chiropractic-care/
  • https://www.thejoint.com/texas/north-richland-hills/north-richland-hills-28020/chiropractic-care-and-its-effect-on-mental-health
  • https://insightcla.com/mental-health-and-chiropractic/
  • https://www.circleofdocs.com/chiropractic-and-mental-health/

Filed Under: Chiropractic

May 28, 2020 by LHCRDR239487234 Leave a Comment

Is it Safe to Go Back to In-Person Therapy Sessions?

Just a few short months ago, none of us could have imagined how our lives would change at the onset of the Corona Virus. Now, several months into a global pandemic and resulting global quarantine, the world is slowly starting to open back up.

But a lot of people wonder how long it will take before things fully return to normal. And many now wonder if it’s safe to go back into therapy?

This is an interesting question and dilemma, because now more than ever, people need to be able to get the help they need to cope with the stress and loneliness of quarantine and the economic shutdown.

Speak to Your Therapist About Other Options

Just as every city, state, and nation are opening back up at their own pace, individual business owners and practice owners will also decide when and how they will open back up. If you were actively working with a therapist before the pandemic, you more than likely continued to work with them either via phone or online chat.

But admittedly, while these helped people get the help they need during the crisis, many clients and counselors are itching to get back to face-to-face therapy sessions. But is it safe yet to do so? When and how should counselors start seeing clients face-to-face?

To answer these questions, counselors and their clients will have to make some considerations:

What are the Risks?

Both the clients’ health and the therapist’s health must be taken into consideration. Is anyone at a higher risk for COVID-19? Does the office space allow for sessions that adhere to the CDC’s safety guidelines? Are you and clients comfortable wearing masks during a session and/or is there enough space to remain 6 feet apart?

State Guidelines

Another piece to the safety puzzle is your own state’s guidelines. What are those recommendations regarding residents leaving home? Are you in a COVID-19 hotspot?

While telehealth has been a blessing for many, for others there have been technical difficulties, wi-fi lag times, and difficulty finding a private space in their home to hold a session. If you prefer a face-to-face session with your therapist, speak with him or her about their protocols moving forward.

Share any concerns you may have and feel free to ask questions. Right now we all need to communicate with each other and be as transparent as we can be. Doing so, as well as weighing the risks, will help life get back to normal for everyone as safe as possible.

 

SOURCES:

  • https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/new-beginning/202005/counseling-after-covid-19-what-should-providers-do
  • https://psychcentral.com/blog/its-probably-time-to-switch-to-telehealth-with-your-therapist/
  • https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/demystifying-talk-therapy/202003/prescribed-isolation-will-insurance-cover-tele-therapy

Filed Under: General, Telehealth

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