I don’t often do sales on coaching sessions and packages, but I’m doing one right now. If you’ve wanted me to work with you, now is a great time. You can purchase coaching sessions in advance to use at a future date or gift to friends and loved ones.
I don’t like telling anyone to hurry because I don’t like being told that. So, be mindful that these prices will only last until Saturday, Dec. 4, 2021. Give the gift of healing and transformation this holiday season!
Senée Seale is a book author, mental health professional and life guide passionate about helping people create positive changes in their lives. Are you ready to start attracting positive things into your life through practicing daily affirmations? Get your free copy of The Princess Guide to Gratitude Affirmations. If you’d like to book a personal session with Senée, she’s accepting new clients.
To celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month, I thought it would be fitting to revisit this blog post from 2016. I was having a conversation yesterday with my trusted advisor who reminded me of all my mental health, psychology and counseling education, training and experience as a Behavioral Clinician and designations as a Qualified Mental Health Professional and Certified Christian Counselor. She said that I should start offering coaching/consulting services in addition to my writing about relationships and mental health. If you’re interested in working with me one-on-one or would like me to speak at your group or event, let’s talk about how I can help you. Now, let’s flashback to the Summer of 2016 …
We’ve reached the unofficial start of Summer and everyone is
talking about getting swimsuit ready, but what about your brain health and
mental health?
You may be asking, “Senée, what does mental health have to
do with relationships and recovery?” It has everything to do with them.
When your brain is healthy, your body functions properly,
your relationships are healthier and you’re more capable of achieving recovery.
“People who are emotionally healthy are in control of their
emotions and their behavior,” explained HelpGuide.org. “They are able to handle
life’s challenges, build strong relationships and recover from setbacks. But
just as it requires effort to build or maintain physical health, so it is with
mental and emotional health.”
One major component of good mental health is resiliency. The
Mayo Clinic described it as “being able to adapt to life’s misfortunes and
setbacks … Resilience won’t make your problems go away — but resilience can
give you the ability to see past them, find enjoyment in life and better handle
stress.”
I mentioned in a previous post that I’ve recently lost 60+
pounds. While I’ve been focusing on improving my health, the weight loss has
been effortless and a great side effect. However, I’ve made my mental health a
priority working with a trusted advisor on life issues, fasting and praying
weekly with a group in addition to attending church regularly and praying daily
(all day, every day — it’s an ongoing conversation with God that I believe
enhances my relationship with my Higher Power).
The Apostle Paul gave us some great advice for how to tame
our minds. “Do not fret or have any anxiety about anything, but in every
circumstance and in everything, by prayer and petition (definite requests),
with thanksgiving, continue to make your wants known to God. And God’s peace
which transcends all understanding shall garrison and mount guard over your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. For the rest, brethren, whatever is true, whatever is worthy of reverence and is honorable and seemly, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely and lovable, whatever is kind and winsome and gracious, if there is any virtue and excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think on and weigh and take account of these things [fix your minds on them],” Philippians 4:6-8 AMP
In addition to this advice, The University of Michigan
offers these suggestions for improving your mental health:
Value yourself — Treat yourself with kindness and respect, and avoid self-criticism. Make time for your hobbies and favorite projects, or broaden your horizons.
Take care of your body — Taking care of yourself physically can improve your mental health.
Surround yourself with good people — People with strong family or social connections are generally healthier than those who lack a support network. Make plans with supportive family members and friends, or seek out activities where you can meet new people.
Give of yourself — Volunteer your time and energy to help someone else. You’ll feel good about doing something tangible to help someone in need — and it’s a great way to meet new people.
Learn how to deal with stress — Like it or not, stress is a part of life. Practice good coping skills —exercise, take a nature walk, play with your pet or try journal writing as a stress reducer. Also, remember to smile and see the humor in life. Research shows that laughter can boost your immune system, ease pain, relax your body and reduce stress.
Quiet your mind — Relaxation exercises and prayer can improve your state of mind and outlook on life. In fact, research shows that meditation may help you feel calm and enhance the effects of therapy.
Set realistic goals — Decide what you want to achieve and write down the steps you need to realize your goals. Aim high, but be realistic and don’t over-schedule. You’ll enjoy a tremendous sense of accomplishment and self-worth as you progress toward your goal.
Break up the monotony — Although our routines make us more efficient and enhance our feelings of security and safety, a little change of pace can perk up a tedious schedule.
Avoid alcohol and other drugs — Keep alcohol use to a minimum and avoid other drugs. Sometimes people use alcohol and other drugs to “self-medicate” but in reality, alcohol and other drugs only aggravate problems.
Get help when you need it — Seeking help is a sign of strength — not a weakness. And it is important to remember that treatment is effective. People who get appropriate care can recover from mental illness and substance abuse disorders and lead full, rewarding lives.
