Growth and Balance with Maureen -McClelland Counseling

11/03/2022

09/12/2022

How To Support A Loved One Considering Su***de?

If you find yourself trying to support a friend or loved one who is considering su***de, it is always important to take it seriously.

Reach out to a doctor or healthcare professional or call and/or text the free 24/7 National Su***de Hotline at 988 at any time.

09/09/2022

September is Su***de Prevention Month:

• Every 40 seconds, a person dies by su***de.
• In 2020 an estimated 12.2 million Americans seriously contemplated su***de
• In 2020, 3.2 million Americans created a plan
• In 2020, 1.2 million Americans *ATTEMPTED* to die by su***de

If you or anyone you know is struggling, please reach out to a loved one or call/text 988 to reach the free 24/7 National Su***de Hotline.

09/02/2022

Happy Friday! Don't forget to let go and laugh this weekend.

09/01/2022

No matter what your goal is, whether it is ending or starting a new relationship, working on yourself, getting a promotion, etc., every successful change starts with leaving your comfort zone.

It is easy to turn back at the first feelings of discomfort or let yourself believe your immediate doubts. But real growth happens when we force ourselves to not take the easy way and instead push forward THROUGH the discomfort!

It doesn't mean that things will always work out as you initially hoped; however, you will have allowed yourself to grow in a new direction and show yourself that you CAN leave your comfort zone and you will be more ready to do so the next time!

08/25/2022

While many people don't need medication, there is also *nothing wrong* WITH using medication as part of your mental health journey. Whether it is short term use or long term, medication, used as prescribed and intended, can be such a beneficial tool! Let's end the negative stigma against medication!

08/24/2022

Bottling up feelings can lead to anxiety, depression, unhealthy coping mechanisms, headaches, weight fluctuations and more. Learning to listen to and be able to name your feelings is integral for understanding what you need next.

Here is a Feelings Wheel that can help you be able to better pinpoint what you truly feel! There are also feelings wheels available for children to help teach kids to be able to identify their feelings as well (see comments for a child's feelings wheel).