Caroline on Instagram: "Happy Monday x T R O L L S ! I want garish to be a good word today on #mosaicsonmonday . Poppy (and all the trolls minus Branch) are overwhelmingly bright and showy but I love it so much!!! I was trying to create that vibe here. I know some people find the trolls sets lurid and garish in the worst way. I'll put my hand up and say I couldn't believe my husband bought one even though it was on clearance. But...then I built it and my son enjoyed it and then I watched the m
No matter how you contribute to the mental health movement, you can make a difference simply by knowing that mental illness is not anyone’s fault, no matter what societal stigma says. #fmf #mentalhealth
Everyone deserves to feel like they own their minds. A mental health professional can provides the support you need so that you can get rid of your unwanted thoughts and replace them with thoughts that help your well-being thrive #fmf
Unhealed trauma can be anxiety, depression, eating disorders, fits of anger, codependency & much more. The goal of trauma therapy is to process the emotions & feelings connected to the traumatic event to no longer let it get in the way of living daily life #PTSD #fmf
If you are struggling, reach out to us. We have plenty of resources and skilled mental health professionals to help you. #FMF #futurematters #probono
The cycle of dysfunction can be broken by becoming aware of the problem, working to address the dysfunction with professional help, and by taking time to heal. #help #dysfunction #fmf
The primary goal of MBT is to help patients with chronic depression learn how to avoid relapses by not engaging in those automatic thought patterns that perpetuate and worsen depression. #depression #fmf
Anger is an innate human behavior. However, when the anger starts interfering with your life and your relationships- it might be time to seek help. We are here for you. #FMF #futurematters #probono
Mental health providers provide a confidential, safe space for people to open up. This can be incredibly helpful in understanding yourself. Therapy can also help you learn how to cope with difficult emotions #fmf #mentalhealth
If someone you know is going through a difficult time, make sure to consider what you say in an effort to help. Many people have good intentions, but sometimes people can say things that might make the person feel worse. Here are a few examples of phrases to avoid! #fmf #probono #mentalhealth
Those with perfectionistic tendencies are often resistant to change, believing these tendencies are a strength. Digging deeper, they find that perfectionism contributes to a number of problems, including procrastination, stress, anxiety, and depression #fmf #perfectionism
CBT has been demonstrated to be effective for a range of problems including depression, anxiety disorders, alcohol and drug use problems, marital problems, eating disorders, and severe mental illness. #CBT #fmf
When you live authentically, your behaviors align with your values. In addiction, this is difficult to do, because the thing that matters most is drugs and/or alcohol. You also may not know what your values are when you’ve spent so much time and energy using substances. #addiction #drugs #alcohol #liveauthentically #alcoholicdrinks #substance #FMF
If you find that procrastination is affecting your mental wellbeing, or you’re stuck in a negative cycle, it could be time to seek professional help #fmf #mentalhealth #procrastination
A therapist can also teach you healthy coping mechanisms that you can employ if you encounter a trigger. Please remember that you are not alone and that there's no shame in reaching out to a professional. #fmf #MentalHealth #MH #Counseling #Psychology #Health
...and how you can start having more control over your emotions #fmf #emotion #therapy #mentalhealth
Mental health is hard. Getting support doesn't have to be. #fmf #MentalHealth #MH #Counseling #Psychology #Health
Your body, mind, and spirit rely on your mental health. If you can’t take care of yourself, it affects your relationships and physical health. Sometimes knowing how to make yourself a priority is challenging. If you feel overwhelmed or lost, you can seek help #fmf
Research has shown that tactics like suppressing your emotions are ineffective and can even be harmful. So instead of trying to ignore your feelings, finding ways to understand, accept, and reframe your emotions is often more helpful #fmf #MentalHealth #emotions
Steps you can take to improve your mental health and wellbeing #mentalhealth #healthandwellbeing #wellbeing #mentalillness #health #improve #FMF