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Ways to Teach Your Child Kindness

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As a parent, one of the best things you can do for your child and the world at large is to teach them kindness. The way your kids treat the people around them is one of the most foundational skills they will have, and will be a crucial part of how they function in their…
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What is a Hoarding Disorder?

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Hoarding Disorders A hoarding disorder is a persistent difficulty with discarding or parting ways with possessions because of a perceived need to save them regardless of their actual value. With this, it can lead to them feeling distressed at the thought of getting rid of their possessions. Most people who suffer from a hoarding condition…
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Yoga To Jump Start Your Morning

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Therapeutic Yoga, TMYK
Yoga To Jump Start Your Morning Practicing Yoga in the morning is a great way to jumpstart your day. It leaves you feeling energized and gives you a boost, which helps make you productive. In just 10 minutes, you can start your day full of life. Here are some poses to help you start off…
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The Power of Affirmations

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Self improvement, Tips, TMYK
Affirmations are powerful sayings that are repeated to allow you to control your thoughts about yourself, work, life, relationships, and goals. When you repeat these sayings daily, you begin to shape your life into what you want it to be. But you may be wondering, do affirmations work? The answer is yes, they do, and…
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What is Narcissistic Personality Disorder

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Adult Counseling, Self improvement, Testing & Assessment, TMYK
A narcissistic personality disorder is one of several types of personality disorders. Narcissistic individuals have a deep and inflated sense of self-importance, need for attention, have many troubled relationships, and no empathy for others. Most of those who are narcissistic have low self-esteem underneath their desire for self-importance.  Having a narcissistic personality can make it…
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How Exercise Affects Your Brain

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You may be the kind to exercise daily, or you may be working on getting on a plan that works for you. Exercise is an integral part of life. It keeps your muscles and bones strong. Did you know exercise is also great for your brain? Exercising gets your heart pumping, which in return increases…
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Music: Its Effects on Your Mood & Brain

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We all love music, and its versatility means there’s something for everyone. Regardless of the genre, music makes us feel good. It’s there for us during difficult times like death or break-ups, and it’s there for us in extraordinary times, and is key to any celebration. If you are wondering why music has that effect…
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Color Psychology: The Effects of Color

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Color psychology is the study of the effects that colors have on human behaviors and emotions. There have been many experiments with color since its discovery in 1666 by Sir Issac Newton. How does color affect your mood? Let’s take a deeper dive into color psychology.  Color affects on Mood Color plays more of an…
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What is Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy?

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Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy is a progressive and fatal brain disease associated with traumatic and repeated TBI’s or Traumatic Brain Injuries. These TBI’s include concussions or repeated blows to the head. There is no current cure for CTE, and the diagnosis can only be determined after death.  What we know There is no cure for CTE,…
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What is Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder?

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What is OCD? OCD or Obsessive Compulsive Disorder is a common and chronic disorder that can be long-lasting. A person has uncontrollable, recurring thoughts they obsess over or behaviors that he or she feels an urge to repeat over and over. These thoughts and images trigger intense distress for the individual. If you know someone…
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What is Anxiety?

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Anxiety is a relatively common mental health disorder in the United States. We all experience anxiety, and for most, it’s a quick experience that some may or may not notice. However, it can be debilitating for others who encounter it more intensely and frequently. It can hold people back from living their lives fully.  What…
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