On Thursday, I was pulled into an office after a meeting. I had been struggling for a while at my job, despite my best efforts. To say it was a mild shock would be accurate but I was handed a letter of termination. Just like that, one journey ends. It sucks and now I have …
Lately it seems like there’s a lot of darkness in the world. From political division and family issues, to more mundane issues like internal conflicts. It’s all there. One of the main reasons for this blog is to shine a light in the darkness. At the grotto, we want to inspire you, as the reader. …
“When one door closes, another one opens.” We’ve all heard that saying before. Usually, it’s used to mark new journeys or beginnings. Well, this week, I want to talk about those new beginnings and how they relate to mental health! Starting a new phase in life can be super exciting. Sometimes it’s a new job, …
The world is a crazy place. Each day we’re expected to be so many things to so many people. It can be frustrating. This is true no matter if you have a family or not. If you juggle multiple priorities, relaxation can be a difficult thing to do. This week, I want to ask you …
In honor of Pride Month, we wanted to do a series of LGBTQ+ posts. This is the first in a series. First up, self-care for LGBTQ+ Youth! Self-care is essential for the well-being of LGBTQ+ youth. As one of the most vulnerable populations with a high rate of suicide, homelessness, and other issues, self-care has …
Wow, I cannot believe we are almost at the end of National Mental Health Awareness month! Today, I want to talk to you all about how to fight negative emotions. It’s not an easy task, and we all experience them from time to time. Fortunately, there are things we can do to combat or fight …
We are human. Let’s get that right out of the way. Sometimes we make mistakes. We fall on our faces and don’t know how to handle it. In many cases, we often feel like we’ve failed at something. Well, I’m here to remind you that your mistakes are not failure! A bit of a story …
Intro: Do you want to try journaling you aren’t sure where to start? Maybe you’re not sure what type of journal to use, what to write about, or how often to write. Don’t worry! In this blog post, I’ll give you some tips and tricks to help you get started with journaling. Journaling can be …
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The month of May is mental health awareness month. I wanted to talk about it today because it’s not just a “hot button issue”, but an issue that effects everyone on some level. Let’s dive in today! First, what is mental health? It means different things to everyone but click here for a definition by …
Welcome back to the Grotto! This week, I want to talk about meditation and mental health, and what this amazing practice and do for you! Specifically, how to use meditation for improved mental health! Mental health is a hot topic right now, and there’s good reason for that. With the prevalence of certain acts of …
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