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Creating a Tea Ritual: A Simple Practice for Mental Health
In a world that glorifies busyness, carving out a few minutes for tea can feel almost rebellious. Yet it’s these small, intentional pauses that keep us connected to ourselves.
7 Reasons Expressing Emotions is Good for Mental Health
I would like to discuss seven reasons why expressing your emotions is healthy and beneficial for your mental health. Don't believe me and want to bottle them up? Read on about why healthily expressing them is beneficial.
Why Regular Massage Is Beneficial for Your Emotional Health
An emotional release is any time a pent-up emotion is forcefully being expressed - almost as if you have zero control over it. Usually, crying, laughing, or feelings of intense anger are expressed - or not - if it would be inappropriate - and that can feel pretty scary, not to mention confusing.