Understanding the Breath-Mood Connection Breathing is an automatic process controlled by the autonomic nervous system (ANS), which is responsible for regulating involuntary bodily functions like heart rate, digestion, and respiratory rate. The ANS is divided into two key parts: Sympathetic Nervous System (SNS) – often called the “fight or flight” system, which triggers stress responses….
Carrie Jones, LPC - LifeVision Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor in Richmond, Virginia
Category: Self Help (page 4 of 4)
What Your Feelings Are Trying to Tell You Feelings arise for a reason, and they serve as indicators of our internal state. When we start to feel stressed or uneasy, it’s often our mind and body letting us know something isn’t right. Here are a few examples: Anxiety: Your mind might be warning you that…
In a world that often encourages conformity, the journey to becoming your authentic self can feel daunting. Yet, it is one of the most rewarding paths you can take. As a licensed professional counselor, I want to share with you the importance of being authentically you and provide some gentle guidance on how to embark…
Stress can sometimes feels like a constant companion. Whether it’s work deadlines, family responsibilities, or unexpected challenges, the weight of stress can be overwhelming. As a licensed professional counselor, I understand the profound impact stress can have on our mental, emotional, and physical well-being. In this blog, we’ll explore what stress is, its effects, and…
It doesn’t take a whole new routine to instill a dose of happiness into your day—but it does take a little self awareness. 1. Be grateful for the good & the bad. Research shows, grateful people are happy people. It’s also important to understand that happiness is not the absence of negative feelings. Gratitude is…
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