Allan Howe Therapy

Emotional intelligence is the art of tuning into our feelings, understanding others, and navigating the world with empathy and clarity.

Comparison is the thief of joy, especially when it comes to social media. Remember, it’s you versus you, not you versus them.

Progress over perfection, every single day. 💪

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September marks Su***de Prevention Month, a crucial time dedicated to raising awareness about the urgent need for mental health support and intervention. Let’s stand united this month, and every month, to shed light on this pressing issue. Your story matters, your life matters, and support is available.

Focus on the blessings you have, not the ones you are chasing. Gratitude changes everything.💫
When one focuses on what they have, they cultivate a sense of gratitude and contentment, which often leads to a perception of abundance. This mindset can also enable more positive experiences, and attract further opportunities, creating a virtuous cycle.

Happy Friday! This is just a reminder to all that by protecting your physical and mental health - no apologies are needed!

Gradually shifting bedtime by just 15 minutes earlier each night can make the transition smoother and less jarring. This slow shift can be the difference between a groggy first week of school and a bright-eyed, bushy-tailed student ready to learn!

When we focus on panic attack symptoms, they become more intense. The key to stopping or minimizing any panic attack is to focus on your external world (sights, sounds, sensations) rather than the internal signs (rapid heartbeat, scary thoughts, or shallow/rapid breathing).

If you are struggling with frequent panic attacks, a mental health provider can help teach you how to manage your attacks and enable you to live a more fulfilling life.

It’s almost back to school time and with that comes the back to school jitters for many kids.

- Encourage your kids to talk about their feelings.

- A consistent daily routine can provide a sense of normalcy. Start adjusting sleep schedules and other daily activities a week before school starts.

- Teach your child deep breathing exercises or grounding techniques to help calm anxious feelings.

- Stay Involved. After school starts, stay connected with your child’s daily life. Ask them about their day, their feelings, and be there to offer support and solutions.

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When you start healing, you're going to develop a new way of talking to yourself. You will lend yourself more understanding, more support, more love, less judgment, and less shame. You'll start feeling a sense of belonging and of deep inner peace.

It’s not always easy to focus on the positive - but when we do, things can get a lot better.

Is the person that always seems to put you down…you?
Learn today in our new blog the powerful techniques to help silence your inner critic and unleash your true potential! ✨

https://www.allanhowetherapy.com/post/silencing-the-inner-critic-unleashing-your-inner-strength-to-overpower-negative-voices