Life By Design Therapy

  ⚠️Attention!!⚠️ We are raising the next generation of functioning members of society! Unfortunately, the way the world is going our youth's mental health has taken a back seat and it's our job to support them well. Head to the link in our bio to read the blog on how to support our youth and the impacts on adulthood. https://www.lifebydesigntherapy.com/blog/supporting-our-youth-and-their-mental-health-impact-on-adulthoodby/10/2022

  It's #givingtuesday! This generosity movement is of global proportion. We want to encourage you to be intentionally generous to someone you come in contact with today. Here are 4 benefits of giving ! Giving makes you happy. Giving benefits your health by reducing stress levels. Giving promotes social networks Giving is contagious. Let us know about your experience with giving in the comments! https://www.lifebydesigntherapy.com/

  When given an opportunity to apologize, be sure that it's not just a hollow expression of remorse but a true commitment to making amends" - Glynnis Koda Apologies can be full of empty words if not stated correctly. Here are some ways to ensure a correct apology in a difficult situation. Let go of defense and directly say why you are apologizing. Make sure they know you are aware of the impact of the situation. Acknowledge how you will work on the issue in the future. Create an opportunity for them to respond or ask questions. Ask them how you can help heal the situation further. How do you know when someone is sincere in their apology? Let us know in the comments below! https://www.lifebydesigntherapy.com/holistic-somatic-therapists

  Have you noticed that when something goes wrong in your life, you automatically think it’s your fault or even talk to yourself in harsh ways?⁣ The reality is, everybody feels some level of self-doubt from time to time, but it's up to you to figure out your own healthy life talk.⁣ Your internal communication is influenced by your subconscious mind which reveals beliefs, thoughts, and even ideas about you and the world around you. Healthy internal communication promotes confidence, worth, and grace over your mind, your body, and your emotions. Remember you hold the power to change your perspective. Negative internal communication can be caused by trauma as well. If you feel as though you are struggling to love yourself or redirect your thoughts, consider reaching out to our clinicians to help you process and find the root of the internal battle. https://www.lifebydesigntherapy.com/online-therapy

  Happy Thanksgiving from Life by Design Therapy ! We encourage you to use this time to engage with your loved ones, create a space of gratefulness and honor the indigenous as this day could be a reminder of what they have endured. https://www.lifebydesigntherapy.com/

  There is power in personal connections and understanding what someone needs based on the way they are communicating. Learning the different forms of communication and how to practice them in a healthy manner can benefit your relationships throughout your life. Here are 5 different forms of communication Verbal - spoken communication Nonverbal - body languages like facial expressions, eye contact, and touch Written - letters, emails, and captions. Listening - the act of listening and being present. Visual - media, posts, or videos are set out to convey a message. Healthy communication is key to any type of relationship. If you are needing support with communication find someone who will create a compassionate space and give you the tools to develop your communication skills. https://www.lifebydesigntherapy.com/

  Today we want to center in on relationships. Are you keeping relationships around that are toxic or hindering your personal growth? Ask yourself today, why you might be keeping them around and how you can move forward with creating health boundaries . https://www.lifebydesigntherapy.com/marriage-counseling