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Self-talk is like the talks we have with ourselves every day. It’s a ongoing conversation we have in our minds. When we talk positively to ourselves, it helps us stay motivated and do well. But sometimes, when our thoughts become negative, we can start feeling anxious, not liking ourselves, and feeling less confident. This can…
Gratitude is a powerful tool that can transform your life, no matter how big or small the tings may be. 6 ways to build your thankfulness muscles.
Don’t have access to affordable mental health care? Discover 5 affordable options to boost your well-being beyond therapy
On June 24th, 2022 the historical Roe v. Wade law, that protected a woman’s access to safe abortions, was overturned. Now, more than ever, women (especially Black women and women of color) are facing many barriers to accessing reproductive healthcare. In addition to a restrictive abortion ban, many states have adoption “abortion bounty laws.” These…
A microaggression is a statement, action, or incident regarded as an instance of indirect, subtle, or unintentional discrimination against members of a marginalized group such as a racial or ethnic minority. These can at times be communicated verbally or nonverbally. As people of color, we all probably have at least one instance where we’ve encountered…
Encouraging a friend to go to therapy can be a hard conversation to navigate. You cannot force someone to change but you can encourage a friend to seek help if you believe it will be beneficial to them. Being prepared when bringing this to a friend can help make the conversation go smoothly and can…
Sometimes when we approach therapy we see it as going to the doctor or the dentist. If we do one thing and another, we will receive the desired result. This is not the case with therapy. Instead of a linear process, there is more work that needs to be done to see the desired outcome….
Preparing for your first therapy session is just as important as finding the right therapist. If therapy is something you’ve never done before, it is helpful to know what to expect in your first session and how to prepare for therapy. Remind Yourself of Your Goals for Therapy Give yourself some time to think about…
Minds Over Melanin was born out of a desire to provide a virtual safe space to elevate the culture-specific mental health needs of Black and Brown people and marginalized communities. One of the ways we do that is by providing resources that remove the stigma of therapy. We also do this by breaking down the…
We’ve all been there before. The nerves that come before a big meeting or first date. The feeling of overwhelm when dealing with family issues. Though on two opposite ends of the spectrum, all of this would be considered stress (reminder: not all stress is bad!). Stress is a state of mental or emotional strain…
Our mind is a powerful place! It houses our thoughts which we use to understand events, sights, sounds, smells, feelings, and the world around us. As a result, it’s important to make sure we are regularly cleaning our minds of negative thoughts that, when not checked, can begin to influence how we interact with the…
Have you ever had a day full of tasks and still feel like you haven’t accomplished anything at the end of the day? If so, we have the perfect solution for you! The Urgent Important Matrix aka the Eisenhower Matrix is a helpful tool to organize and prioritize your tasks.
Your first appointment with a therapist is typically considered a “consultation.” In a consultation the therapist asks questions to understand your needs and wants from therapy. It is also an opportunity for you to learn what you can expect from the therapist. Here are 22 questions to consider for your first visit.
There are many reasons why we struggle to reach our goals. These include personal doubt, external factors, and lack of resources. However, the number 1 reason why most people don’t reach their goals is, they aren’t specific enough.
What is Self-Care? We are all aware self-care has become extremely popular over the past few years. It’s often associated with images of spa days, massages, shopping, and vacations. Others have used self-care and coping interchangeably, but they are not the same. What is self-care exactly? Self-care is any activity performed to maintain mental, emotional,…
How To Find A Culturally Competent Therapist Typically, before therapy officially begins, there is a consultation between the client and potential therapist. The meeting is an opportunity for the client to express their needs and for the therapist to assess the client’s needs and their ability to address them. One topic that is rarely discussed…
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