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Our minds are like flames, not containers. When you kindle a fire, it burns brighter and hotter when fuelled with interest and passion. In the same way, our minds become more vibrant and productive when we approach learning with a sense of wonder and eagerness. Learning is a lifelong process that leads to personal growth and the mind can be continually nurtured and expanded. The mind should be discerning and selective about what it consumes. Just as a fire consumes what is added to it, the mind should critically evaluate and filter information rather than passively accepting everything. We must spark curiosity and ignite the flames of learning within to truly understand the world. 🔥🧠 🌳 

MindfulReflection

How often do you look at things but not really see them? It's natural for us to not notice everything because there's too much to process, which can be overwhelming for our brains. But when we take the time to intentionally look at things, we begin to truly see them.

This is similar in how we think. We can often times take the first thing that comes to mind as fact, which is usually negative. This could be informed by either our past experiences, influences or preconceived ideas that we have about the world and those around us. It's all about perspective. Your perspective is your choice. We choose to either see the glass half full or half empty.  When we begin to open up our minds to different possibilities, we allow ourselves to evolve.

Start your therapy or coaching journey today to explore your thinking patterns and how they may influence your life.

Contact us via email or WhatsApp. We are here for you. 🌳
 

🌳 Tip Tuesday 🌳

Supporting someone with a mental illness or mental health challenges can often be difficult. We may sometimes not know what to do or say which can make us overthink. Here are a few simple tips that can help you be there for someone in an effective way.

 

Understanding attachment can help us understand how we relate to others in our relationships better.

We will post more on what attachment styles look like in children and adults in the coming weeks. 🌳
 

Self-awareness can be defined as the ability to tune into your feelings, thoughts and actions. Being self-aware helps us understand ourselves better. It is a powerful tool because the more self-aware we are, we are able to deal with stress, fears, negative perceptions, behaviours, addictions and other obstacles in a constructive way. We can't fix what we don't know.

Psychotherapy and Life-coaching can be a good space to increase your self-awareness. Contact us to book your session.

 

How are you feeling today? What are your thoughts? What are the sensations in your body? What can you see and hear around you?

What do you notice after becoming aware of the above?

Mindfulness is a great daily practice and therapy tool for your personal process. We look forward to more Mindful Mondays where we will give more insights into mindfulness.

Get in touch with us to start your therapy or life coaching journey. 🌳
 

Going for psychotherapy can be intimidating and confusing. Here are a few tips that can prepare you for the process.
 

“The comfort zone is a behavioral state within which a person operates in an anxiety-neutral condition, using a limited set of behaviors to deliver a steady level of performance, usually without a sense of risk.” Judith Bardwick

What we require to shift from our comfort zone all the way to the growth zone is a change in our thinking. Psychotherapy and Life Coaching can equip you with the necessary tools to help you reach your growth zone. Book your session with us today to embark on your personal life-changing journey.

 

It's important to know where to go to get the appropriate assistance for your specific needs. We hope these few facts that differentiate psychotherapy from life coaching will help! Happy Fact Friday!
 

Making your mental health a priority is important to have a good quality of life. Swipe for a few self-help tips on how to improve your mental health.
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What ideas and thoughts do you have when it comes to mental health? Are they informed by facts, experiences or what you have heard from your surroundings?

Myths and misunderstandings surrounding mental health can result in stigma, judgement and discrimination against those suffering from mental health issues.

Swipe to learn more about some of the myths and facts surrounding mental health.

 

"There are three things you can control every day. Your attitude, your effort and your actions." Jon Gordon

We can often be overwhelmed by the things that are going on around us. It is important to learn to accept what is before we can attempt to change anything. Focusing on what you can control allows you to deal with what you need to and eventually make progress.

The deep-rooted feelings and beliefs that we are not aware of are most times than not directing the paths that we take in life. We are not always aware of how much we attract into our lives through the wounds our experiences have left us with. We often think that things are happening to us, however, we are usually the main attractors and the cause.

By starting our journey of healing and therefore making the unconscious conscious, we empower ourselves to take charge of our lives directly. We become empowered to change what we can and also let go and accept what we cannot change.

The Root Mental Health and Wellness is a private practice that offers a wide range of Psychological and Life Coaching services.

The aim of this platform is to empower people with insights about mental health, specifically within the South African context. We believe that understanding THE ROOT causes of our internal conflicts and relational patterns, we will then be able to heal and therefore break destructive generational cycles.

Good mental health should be a priority for all. What happens to us may not be our fault, however it is our responsibility to heal, not for others, but ourselves. We hope that the information provided on this page will help you start your journey of exploration and healing.

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