In our fast-paced, achievement-driven culture, there’s an unspoken assumption that everyone should be fine. That being "okay" is the norm — and anything else is weakness. The truth is, many people are suffering silently, afraid to speak up because of the stigma that still surrounds mental health disorders.

This silence can be devastating. Without honest conversations and proactive care, sadness a...

Anxious Thoughts and the Body

How do the brain and body relate? What can you do to become more in touch with your body?

The short but simple statement “think positive” and “don’t worry so much” can only go so far when our bodies are telling us a different story.  To truly “think positive” and “not worry so much” we need to go beyond our thoughts and go beyond the front part of our brain.  When w...

Birth Anxiety

What is it? What causes it? How can we decrease it?

Right now, you may be thinking of starting a family, you may be pregnant with your first child, or be preparing to bring your 2nd/3rd/ or even 4 children into this world. No matter where you are in your journey, you may be having feelings of birth anxiety. 

At some point during pregnancy, mothers-to-be tend to experience rising a...

Mastering the skill to prioritize is an invaluable asset tool for your self care. It can help you manage so many areas, eliminate or lessen the chances of burn out and help you create long-standing self care practices. 

These five ways of prioritizing your mental health were shared from licensed mental health professionals within IOME who truly know the importance of having good mental health!

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