Tag Archives: depression

Money

Posted on January 21, 2014 by Tracey

Money doesn’t change a person, it unmasks who they really are. Think money buys happiness?   Why does having money change people? I’m wondering how you have been affected by winning the lottery or gaining an inheritance?   How did you change?   … Continue reading →

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Grieving BEFORE Loss

Posted on December 24, 2013 by Tracey

Anticipatory Grief occurs prior to death and is similar to the normal mourning process.  This kind of grief impacts both the family or loved ones as well as the person dying. Let me clear, anticipatory grief does not just apply … Continue reading →

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The Holiday’s are Coming!

Posted on November 26, 2013 by Tracey

If your first reaction was, “OH NO”, then you have likely suffered a loss and the holidays are a depressing stress trigger for you.    Or it’s a financial thing and that’s a different article. As I’ve stated in the past, … Continue reading →

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Shame

Posted on November 12, 2013 by Tracey

Shame starts as a  two-person experience, but as I got older I learned how to do shame all by myself. –   Robert Hilliker What shame do you carry?    Is it all yours or did someone (friend or foe) gift it to … Continue reading →

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Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

Posted on October 3, 2013 by Tracey

SAD is a type of depression that generally occurs with the onset of winter. Typical indications: unhappiness or irritability, social withdraw, sluggish movements, lack of interest in work or activities, less energy or ability to concentrate, increased sleep, increased eating, … Continue reading →

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5 Tips for Better Sleep

Posted on May 16, 2013 by Tracey

Reduce caffeine at least 6 hours prior to bedtime.     Avoid stimulus prior to bedtime. (TV, fire drills, conflict, paying bills, other stressors) Read, snuggle, have sex, meditate to relax. Shower or take a lavender bath with candles prior to … Continue reading →

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Emotionality of Chronic Illness

Posted on May 9, 2013 by Tracey

Everyday you hear about the effects of stress on your health.  Did you know anger, fear, resentment, and grief (just to name a few) can enhance stressors we experience? When you carry unresolved negative emotion, your illness is embellished.  This … Continue reading →

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Reducing Stress

Posted on February 28, 2013 by Tracey

10 Stress Reduction Tools   1) Connect with others   2) Practice positive thinking   3) Be physically active   4) Volunteer   5) Sleep   6) Do something you love   7) Eat well – healthy choices   8) … Continue reading →

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Depression Details

Posted on January 3, 2013 by Tracey

Depression is treatable, however often goes without being reported or diagnosed. Depression can adversely affect the course and outcome of common chronic conditions, such as arthritis, asthma, cardiovascular disease, cancer, diabetes, and obesity. Depression also can result in increased work … Continue reading →

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Anxiety Over Fiscal Cliff

Posted on November 30, 2012 by Tracey

This is the opinion of one person.   What qualifies me to have an opinion?   I’m in the 98%.  But my perspective comes from that of a therapist and life coach. I’ve seen an increase in financial impact on my clients.   … Continue reading →

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