Shining Light Mental Health Services LLC

01/26/2026

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01/13/2026

Did you know there are different kinds of rest and that sleeping isn’t always what we need?

01/06/2026

I like this!

We often think New Year’s resolutions are about “fixing” ourselves—being more disciplined, more motivated, more perfect. But real growth doesn’t come from pressure or perfection…it comes from compassion.

Resolutions are really about checking in with yourself, noticing what you need, and choosing actions that support your values. They’re about small, consistent steps rather than giant, exhausting leaps. They’re about listening to your feelings, celebrating progress (not just outcomes), and being kind to yourself when things don’t go to plan.

So this year, let your resolutions be less about who you should be and more about caring for who you already are. 🌿✨

12/20/2025

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12/18/2025

S.A.D. is very real! There is help and you can feel better! Call, text, or email- 402-625-0047. Check out my website at www.shininglightne.com

For some, the shorter days and colder temperatures can bring on symptoms of a type of depression. Learn more about seasonal affective disorder (SAD) and how to get help if you’re experiencing symptoms this season: samhsa.gov/mental-health/seasonal-affective-disorder

12/18/2025

New blog post with a worksheet to fill out your own battery!
https://www.patreon.com/posts/146092638

12/18/2025

12/15/2025

Yes!!

Apologies matter. They name harm, interrupt denial, and can be an important step toward repair and healing. Sometimes they open doors. Sometimes they plant seeds that take time to grow. And sometimes the hardest part is realizing that even a sincere apology doesn’t guarantee reconciliation. Trust may need time, consistency, and safety to rebuild, and sometimes the relationship can’t return to what it was. Accepting an apology doesn’t require rushing closeness, and offering one doesn’t erase the impact of what happened.

And of course, there’s nuance with this. People will mess up and not all harm looks the same. Some ruptures are clear and acute, like a broken promise, a harsh word, a moment of neglect. Others might be built from patterns, power imbalances, or needs that went unmet over time. An apology for a single moment may land differently than one that addresses a pattern. Not every rupture can be fully repaired with words alone. So much nuance here.

12/11/2025