We all have an Endocannabinoid system, which is active whether or not you use cannabis. There’s a lot we don’t know about exactly how the ECS helps with sleep, mood, appetite, memory, immunity, and inflammation. However, we do know that having a balanced system involves managing a combination of lifestyle factors to support its optimal functioning. About the Author Kara…
Tag: Self-Care
Perfectionism
Perfectionism is the enemy of Creativity. Comparison is the fast track to dissatisfaction and disappointment. About the Author Kara Ashley-Gilmore believes in the use of our innate creativity for our wellness and healing. She is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, Registered Art Therapist, Provisional Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, and a mixed-media artist at Mountain Creative Arts Counseling, in Hendersonville, NC.…
Be Seen
If we let ourselves be truly seen, then we can be truly loved. About the Author Kara Ashley-Gilmore believes in the use of our innate creativity for our wellness and healing. She is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, Registered Art Therapist, Provisional Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, and a mixed-media artist at Mountain Creative Arts Counseling, in Hendersonville, NC. She provides…
Be Yourself
If you are not yourself, who will you be? About the Author Kara Ashley-Gilmore believes in the use of our innate creativity for our wellness and healing. She is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, Registered Art Therapist, Provisional Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, and a mixed-media artist at Mountain Creative Arts Counseling, in Hendersonville, NC. She provides individual and group psychotherapy…
Self Care is Community Care
If we give ourselves the care we give to others, our impact will be greater. “How you gon’ win when you ain’t right within?” -Lauren Hill About the Author Kara Ashley-Gilmore believes in the use of our innate creativity for our wellness and healing. She is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, Registered Art Therapist, Provisional Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, and…
Gratitude Bowls
Gratitude is more than just a thought or a feeling. It is a consistent practice of recognizing moments, people, and things that you are thankful for. Furthermore, without the practice or ritual, it is all too easy to forget or dismiss these moments when life gets tough.
Vicarious Trauma & the Media
Vicarious trauma, or secondary trauma, is indirect exposure to a traumatic event through a first-hand account or narrative of that event. Vicarious trauma is often used in reference to caregivers and healing professionals, but we’re seeing more vicarious or secondary trauma reactions in the general public, from viewing violent or horrific videos online. A discussion was prompted in our…