Ample Grace Psychiatry & Mental Health Wellness

Mindfulness is the basic human ability to be fully present, aware of where we are and what we’re doing, and not overly reactive or overwhelmed by what’s going on around us.
While mindfulness is something we all naturally possess, it’s more readily available to us when we practice on a daily basis.
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Taking care of your emotional health is as important as taking care of your physical body. When you feel good about yourself, it's much easier to cope with life's little ups and downs as well as bigger events.
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Mental wellness is a lifelong process and a proactive strategy to strengthen our mental, emotional, social, and psychological resources. On one level, mental wellness is about prevention; coping with life’s adversity; and being resilient when we face stress, worry, loneliness, anger, and sadness.
On another level, mental wellness moves us toward a deeper, richer, and more meaningful human experience, which is often described as flourishing.
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You are enough 🤍🌸
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Feeling down from time to time is a normal part of life, but when emotions such as hopelessness and despair take hold and just won’t go away, you may have depression. More than just sadness in response to life’s struggles and setbacks, depression changes how you think, feel, and function in daily activities. It can interfere with your ability to work, study, eat, sleep, and enjoy life. Just trying to get through the day can be overwhelming.
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Trauma can cause a lot of pain and has severe consequences for emotional well-being. Abuse, whether physical, emotional, verbal, or sexual, can have long-term effects on your mental health. Trauma can affect how you feel about yourself and how you relate to others.
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Shoes we wear outdoors should not be worn inside the house as there are different toxins outdoors that can follow the shoes along when we bring them inside. It is advisable to pull them off at the entrance.
You can also, reduce toxicity at home by making use of a vacuum cleaner with a HEPA filter to clean and keep every surface in the house toxin-free. Also, ensure products and furniture used in the house are carefully selected as they may be laden with chemicals.
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Plastic bottles are the exact definition of a no-win situation. It is not only unhealthy for you, but it’s also awful for the ecosystem. Plastic bottles were initially problematic because they contained bisphenol-A (BPA), an endocrine-disrupting chemical.
Bisphenol-A free plastic bottles were produced to counter the first problem; however, these new bottles also contain other toxins which are as bad as bisphenol-A. Although there are instances where you can’t avoid using plastic containers, try to avoid using them when you can, always opt for stainless steel and glass containers for carrying your filtered water.
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People often say that our biggest battles are the ones in our own minds. But it's hard to know how to counter the negative thoughts when they come in.
Here are five examples of positive and validating ways to respond to yourself when anxious thoughts creep in.
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PTSD is characterized by three main types of symptoms:

🌟 Re-experiencing the trauma through intrusive distressing recollections of the event, flashbacks, and nightmares.
🌟 Emotional numbness and avoidance of places, people, and activities that are reminders of the trauma.
🌟 Increased arousal such as difficulty sleeping and concentrating, feeling jumpy, and being easily irritated and angered.
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Ways anxiety shows up in the body.
How does your body react to anxiety? Leave a comment!
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Magnesium is a major/macromineral. It is the second most common electrolyte in the body. Experts believe that a mix of hormones, brain chemistry, hereditary traits, and biological variances contribute to depression. Magnesium influences brain chemistry and hormones, this makes it a great supplement for optimal mental health.
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Whether you’re facing a global or personal crisis—or a mix of both—building resilience can help you cope with stress, overcome adversity, and enjoy the better days to come.
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Several studies claim that deficiency in omega-3s is linked to several mental health issues, such as depression, dementia, and bipolar. This is the hypothesis on which researchers are basing their research, for the potential benefits of omega-3 and fish oil in the treatment and prevention of depression and other mental health conditions it has been linked with.
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Have you tried these tactics to improve your sleep? 💤
Try these 6 tips if you have difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or early morning awakening.
Comment down below what works for you!👇🏻
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Washing hands before eating is a basic knowledge that is imbibed in us since we were kids. Asides from regular germs. Household furniture and plastic containers can be laden with toxins and chemicals that should not be carried into our bodies while eating. Therefore, it is important to wash our hands thoroughly and wipe with a clean napkin before eating or preparing food.
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Drink enough fluid at night to avoid waking up thirsty—but not so much or so close to bedtime that you will be awakened by the need for a trip to the bathroom.
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Many things, such as trauma, stress, and sleep problems, can affect your mental health. You may not be able to prevent a mental health condition, but you can take steps to protect and support your mental health throughout your life.
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According to Harvard Health Publishing, evidence suggests that omega-3s can go through the cell membranes of brain cells and interact with molecules responsible for regulating one’s mood. One idea proposes that the anti-inflammatory qualities of omega-3 fatty acids present in fish oil can assist in balancing one’s mood.
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Coping with depression can feel like an uphill battle as it saps your energy, motivation and self-esteem. Finding ways to climb out of a depressive episode is not easy, but understanding the illness and how it affects you specifically is the first step to being able to find the coping mechanisms that work best for you.
While spending time with trusted loved ones and going to therapy regularly are healthy ways to cope, sometimes depression makes you want to hide. Luckily, many things can help distract from the debilitating feelings of this mood disorder.
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One of the most effective ways to reduce toxicity at home is to filter your water. Almost everything you do at home and in the kitchen involves the use of water, from cooking to washing the condiments and even drinking to stay hydrated. Different chemicals and industrial toxins can run find their way into our water; therefore, it is advisable to always filter water before use to be safe from toxins.
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When we make it a point to practice gratitude, it can change our perspective, interrupt the downward spiral of negativity, and make us happier.
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One large-scale 2017 study found that these gender differences emerge starting at age 12, with girls and women being twice as likely as men to experience depression.1�� Several risk factors have been studied that might account for gender differences in rates of depression.
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Magnesium is essential for balancing and regulating cortisol levels. The body responds to stress by producing extra cortisol, and due to magnesium’s ability to soothe the neurological system, it subdues excessive cortisol production. Keeping the neurological system calm helps lessen the mental health effects of stress.
An underactive thyroid can contribute to mental health and depression symptoms. Therefore, keeping it active and healthy should be prioritized. Magnesium helps with the production of thyroid hormones. Magnesium may also be beneficial to thyroid protection, considering its anti-inflammatory qualities.
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When it comes to health, sleep is as vital as regular exercise and eating a balanced diet.
A body of an average adult require 6-8 hours of sleep being healthy physically and mentally. Sleep is a natural and the easiest way that helps in rejuvenating your mind and body.
Read some of the eye opening benefits of sleeping...
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The quality of sleep you get at night can also be affected by your daytime eating habits, therefore it is important to watch what you eat and drink. Reduce your ni****ne and caffeine intake, don’t overfeed at night, and try not to take too many liquids or alcohol before bedtime.
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A person's thoughts affects his or her actions, which is why identifying automatic thoughts is vital.
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We are here for you for Experiential Therapy, a method of treatment that combines physical activity with talk therapy to provide a holistic approach to mental wellness. It works on the principle that people learn more when they’re doing something, rather than just sitting, and thinking about it.
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Melatonin is a natural hormone that controls the sleep-wake cycle, and this hormone is regulated by light exposure. When it is dark, the human brain secretes more melatonin and it secretes less when there’s light, the former makes you feel sleepy while the latter makes you more alert.
Expose yourself to more light during the daytime, spend time outside and allow natural light to come into your workspace, and when it’s nighttime keep the room dark, turn off your television, and no using your smartphone on bed, this will help improve sleep quality.
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