Enlightened Ways Therapy

08/06/2025

Tips on how to care for your mental health during global turmoil:

08/04/2025

You don’t need to go numb to survive these times. You also don’t need to suffer endlessly to prove you care. Your wellbeing matters—not as a means to escape the world’s suffering, but as a foundation to stay in the fight for a better one.

07/31/2025

07/29/2025

Change your words, change your world!

07/26/2025

Here are some quick, simple practices that can reduce stress. Pro tip: Practice these skills routinely to experience a lasting reduction in overall stress and improvement in overall mood.

07/17/2025

1. Practice Daily Stillness
Spend 5–10 minutes each day in quiet mindfulness, breath awareness, or meditation. This trains your nervous system to shift from “fight-or-flight” into a calm, regulated state.

2. Move Your Body Gently and Regularly
Engage in slow, rhythmic movement like yoga, tai chi, or walking. Gentle motion supports vagal tone and keeps your stress response system flexible.

3. Build Safe, Supportive Relationships
Regular connection with emotionally safe people promotes co-regulation and helps reshape patterns from early attachment experiences.

07/15/2025

A little daily check-in

07/09/2025

1. Enhanced Problem-Solving Skills
Creative thinkers can approach problems from multiple angles. A 2016 study in Thinking Skills and Creativity found that creative problem-solving strategies led to more effective and novel solutions across diverse domains (Puccio, Murdock, & Mance, 2016). In both the workplace and everyday life, this can make you more adaptable and resourceful.

2. Improved Mental Health
Engaging in creative activities like drawing, journaling, or playing music has been linked to lower levels of anxiety, depression, and stress. According to a study published in the Journal of Positive Psychology, people who engaged in creative activities reported higher levels of positive affect and life satisfaction (Conner, DeYoung, & Silvia, 2016).

3. Boosted Innovation and Career Success
Organizations thrive on innovation, and creativity fuels it. A 2020 report by LinkedIn named creativity the most important soft skill for professionals. Innovative thinking helps businesses differentiate themselves, solve complex challenges, and lead industries forward.

4. Greater Self-Expression and Confidence
Creativity allows individuals to express who they are. This kind of self-expression fosters identity development and builds confidence, especially in young people. Creative writing, music, or even fashion choices can become powerful tools for authenticity.

Read more at:
https://www.enlightenedwaystherapy.com/blog/unlocking-the-power-of-creativity-benefits-and-practices-to-boost-your-creative-mind

07/04/2025

Happy 4th of July! Today we celebrate the ideals of freedom and independence, while also recognizing that these promises have not been equally granted to all. From the founding of this nation to the present day, systemic oppression, racism, and inequality continue to shape the American experience for many. As we honor this day, let it also be a time to reflect, recommit to justice, and work toward a future where liberty truly means freedom for everyone.

07/01/2025

New blog post!

Discover the powerful benefits of creativity and how it can improve mental health, boost problem-solving skills, and drive innovation. In this post, we explore research-backed reasons why creativity matters and share practical tips to increase creativity in daily life. Learn how mindfulness, journaling, boredom, and new experiences can help unlock your creative potential — whether at work, in personal growth, or artistic pursuits.

Read the full blog post at:
https://www.enlightenedwaystherapy.com/blog/unlocking-the-power-of-creativity-benefits-and-practices-to-boost-your-creative-mind

06/24/2025

Motivation isn't something we magically have or don't have. Instead, motivation is something that can be strengthened or weakened, which is good news! Here are some tips for increasing your motivation to help you move more in the direction of the life you want to live:

Set Clear, Achievable Goals: Break larger tasks into smaller, manageable goals to create a sense of accomplishment and progress. Behavioral science suggests that this strategy can enhance motivation by providing regular, positive reinforcement.

Leverage Positive Reinforcement: Use rewards or incentives to encourage desired behaviors. By acknowledging and rewarding effort and progress, you can reinforce motivation and create a positive association with the tasks at hand.

Create a Social Support System: Engage with peers or mentors who can provide encouragement and accountability. Behavioral science emphasizes the power of social influences, as having a support system can increase motivation through shared goals and mutual encouragement.

06/19/2025

Today we honor Juneteenth, a powerful reminder of freedom, resilience, and the ongoing journey toward justice. On June 19, 1865, enslaved African Americans in Galveston, Texas finally learned of their emancipation—more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation. Juneteenth celebrates that long-overdue freedom and the enduring strength of Black communities. Let’s take this day to reflect, educate, and uplift Black voices—because the fight for equity and liberation continues.