Lisa's Life Connections

T H I S. a beautiful reminder from Tyndal Schreiner, MA, LPC

Let's look at success differently! #perspectiveshift

The way we see things is often based on assumptions and quick judgments made from a narrow perspective. How can you reframe how you see someone or something in ...your life? What perceptions can you let go of? For more mental health strategies and tips check out my podcast Cleaning up the Mental Mess wherever you listen to podcasts or visit: https://anchor.fm/cleaningupthementalmess Image by @letstalk.mentalhealth

Holding tender space for one and all ...

Often their reaction is not solely because of you, but rather a complex history of toxic thinking & trauma. The same can be said if you find yourself having a b...ig reaction to something that may seem small. The level of reactivity is a signal. Forgive yourself or others and start digging to find the root issue and unresolved trauma. For more on how to find the root of reactivity and detox your brain pre-order my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess: https://www.cleaningupyourmentalmess.com

You don’t have to earn happiness or a good relationship. This is often a believe that develops from childhood trauma where love & acceptance had to be won and... worked for. You, just being you, deserve happiness, joy, love, and all the good things by simply just being you. Allow yourself that. Give yourself that. Do you find you resist something good because you feel you still need to do work to heal? Why? Remember healing is a lifelong journey so don’t wait till the end a miss something good. You deserve good no matter where you are in the healing journey! For more on healing trauma: https://www.cleaningupyourmentalmess.com

Thank you for this important reminder of healthy relationships and boundaries Peaceful Mind Peaceful Life and Barb Schmidt #counseling #healthyrelationships #forgiveness

Take this healing process one step at a time. #healing #counseling #therapy #emotionalabuse #lisaslifeconnections

And this is something that can be healed.

It's a new day! As you welcome this day, what is one thing you are grateful for? #gratitude #nofilter

Yes! Please don't wait to take care of your mental health. #mentalhealthawareness #counseling #takecareofyourself

A painful part of personal growth but so worth it . #healing #counseling #therapy #personalgrowth

I took some time today to give my indoor plants some TLC. Some needed re-potting, some needed extra support to grow tall and strong, and some needed some pruning of old, dead leaves. As I did this, I was reflecting on how our own personal growth can be like this. Do you need more space for your roots, more support, or needing to prune what is old and dead in your life? Maybe it's time to give yourself some TLC. #personalgrowth #movingforward #healing #counseling #therapy #lisaslifeconnections

I shared with my colleagues the other day that my commitment to self-care this weekend would be to get out in nature more often. We took a walk with family today and it was just what I needed. What are you doing for self-care this weekend?

Such a great tip for parents....

This is one of the unfortunate and toxic results of being in an emotionally abusive relationship. Learning to trust yourself again is an important part of the healing process.

Yes you are enough! #wholeheartedliving #brenebrown #lisaslifeconnections #healing #counseling

The difference between toxic positivity and honest optimism is important.

Unfortunately true

The amygdala is that part of your brain that is responsible for "fight or flight" (as an over simplified explanation.... )

Just in case you need this reminder... #healthyrelationships #relationshiptip #lisaslifeconnections #healing #counseling

How do you view your future? How do you view yourself in the future? How do you want to be in the future? To change your behavior, mood, and overall well-being ...NOW try imagining how you want to feel and who you want to be in the future. Here are some steps to help: 1. imagine your future self (who you want to be) while in the present 2. describe/write in detail what it will take to get there (make a roadmap) 3. Tell someone (accountability) Don’t let you’re present lock you in. Just think of how you have grown and what you have accomplished so far!

Often our intentions are good and we try to help, but the impact of our words can be more harmful and hurtful. I’m so guilty of this! But always working on lear...ning and becoming a better listener. What are some unsupportive and supportive statements you’ve heard or said? (Repost @innerchildhealth)

Forgiving yourself and letting go of the past is so important for your well being #lisaslifeconnections #healing #forgiveness #grace #counseling