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Self-care: the practice of taking action to preserve or improve one’s own health. “autonomy in self-care and insulin administration” the practice of taking an active role in protecting one’s own well-being and happiness, in particular during periods of stress. “expressing oneself is an essential form of self-care” It is NECESSARY. I had an appointment withContinue reading “Self-care isn’t selfish, and it may not be exactly what you’d think”

Hello friends.  I hope you are all doing well.   (If this reads as a bit scattered, I apologize.  I’m ashamed to confess that this past week I’ve been inconsistently taking one of my medications.  As a result, I’m having difficulty focusing.  It’s a bit like being in a fog.  It’s not easy to admit this,Continue reading “Giving yourself grace”

“Even the darkest night will end and the sun will rise.” – Victor Hugo Hello and welcome back. I want to say thank you to everyone who has supported me in launching my blog.  It means so much that it was well-received!   This week, I’m sharing coping mechanisms I use when I’m in a depressiveContinue reading “Coping in the down times”

Hello and happy new year.  If this is the first time we’ve met, welcome!  My name is Mandi and I am a champion of happiness, positivity, and self-love. I also live with mental illness, self-esteem issues, and trauma so sometimes it’s hard to practice what I preach. I’ve always been a very sensitive and emotionalContinue reading “The unique puzzle of my brain – part one”

Hello there! This is the obligatory awkward first post where I figure out how best to get the ball rolling. If you visited my About Me page you’ll know that this space was created not only as an outlet for myself, but also as a place for support, camaraderie, friendship, hope, understanding, love, positivity, andContinue reading “Welcome friend.”