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Healing from Childhood Trauma: A Journey of Self-Compassion and Resilience

Healing from Childhood Trauma: A Journey of Self-Compassion and Resilience

by Tammy Bost | Apr 19, 2025 | Childhood Trauma, Coping, Trauma

Dear reader, How are you doing? I see you because I am you. I’m back again and ready to talk about navigating the complexities of childhood trauma because the path to healing can feel daunting. As a mental health professional and a person that has experienced life, I...
Breaking Free from the Chains of Perfectionism: 7 Tools for Women Struggling with Wanting to be Everything, All the Time, for Everyone

Breaking Free from the Chains of Perfectionism: 7 Tools for Women Struggling with Wanting to be Everything, All the Time, for Everyone

by Tammy Bost | Apr 19, 2025 | Coping, Perfectionism

Dear reader, How are you doing? I see you because I am you. As a therapist and a woman just who recently turned 31, I often see women in their 20s and 30s grappling with the relentless pressure to be perfect. Our society constantly bombards us with idealized images,...
Reclaiming Your Calm: A Mindfulness Practice for Women

Reclaiming Your Calm: A Mindfulness Practice for Women

by Tammy Bost | Apr 19, 2025 | Mindfulness

Dear reader, In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed, anxious, and disconnected. As women, we often juggle multiple roles – careers, families, relationships – leaving little time for ourselves. But what if I told you there’s a...
Managing Anxiety in Times of Transition: A Therapist’s Guide to Finding Stability Through Routine

Managing Anxiety in Times of Transition: A Therapist’s Guide to Finding Stability Through Routine

by Tammy Bost | Apr 19, 2025 | Anxiety

Hey there reader, long time no type. Just like you, my life is a continuous journey filled with transitions, both big and small. Sometimes, these moments of change can often trigger anxiety, especially for women in their mid-20s to mid-30s, who are navigating career...
Embracing the Transition: Navigating the Winter Blues with Hope

Embracing the Transition: Navigating the Winter Blues with Hope

by Tammy Bost | Apr 19, 2025 | Coping, Seasonal Depression

As the vibrant colors of autumn make way for the crisp winds and shorter days of winter, many of us find ourselves anticipating the arrival of the “winter blues.” Especially for anyone living in the Great Lake state of Michigan, this transition can often...
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