Navigating the 'Pause: Understanding the Impact that the Hormonal Shifts of Perimenopause and Menopause Have on Well-being

I love listening to podcasts. I listen when I walk the dog, fold laundry, and cook in the kitchen. When I heard this podcast with Dr. Mary Claire Haver, I stopped what I was doing to focus on every word. Dr. Haver stated that most, if not all, of the symptoms I hear about regularly (e.g., memory issues, irritability, weight gain, headaches, anxiety, fatigue, etc.) could be tied to the hormonal shifts of perimenopause and menopause beginning as early as the mid-30s. Yes, you read that correctly…mid 30s!

Health, Self-CareKelly Forys DonahueApril 19, 2024menopause, perimenopause, health, self-care

How Not to Panic about Panic Attacks

Many of my clients have been experiencing or fearing the experience of panic attacks. To treat panic attacks, we need a two-pronged approach. Because overall anxiety increases the likelihood of panic attacks, the first prong involves reducing anxiety. The second prong involves knowing how to manage panic during an attack.

Self-Care, AnxietyKelly Forys DonahueApril 11, 2024anxiety, panic, therapy, self-care

The Power of Small Steps: Why Little Changes Matter in Achieving Better Health

In the pursuit of a healthier lifestyle, many of us often gravitate towards grand gestures – the radical diets, the intense workout regimens, the dramatic lifestyle overhauls. We're inclined to believe that significant transformations require equally significant efforts. But what if I told you that sometimes, the smallest changes can yield the most significant results?

HealthKelly Forys DonahueApril 3, 2024change, wellness, health

The Health Paradox: Why We Struggle to Do the Things That Make Us Healthy

In an era where wellness trends dominate social media feeds and self-care is touted as paramount, one might expect a surge in healthy living practices. Yet, the reality often contradicts this expectation. Despite our best intentions, many of us find ourselves consistently failing to prioritize actions that promote our well-being. The question arises: why do we struggle to adopt habits that we know are good for us?

Health, Self-CareKelly Forys DonahueMarch 27, 2024food, health

Embrace Your Introverted-ness

In a world that often celebrates extroversion and outgoing personalities, introverts can find themselves feeling overshadowed or misunderstood. But introversion isn’t a flaw to be fixed; it’s a unique aspect of personality that comes with its own set of strengths and values. For introverts, the concept of interpersonal connection might seem daunting at first glance.

Personal DevelopmentKelly Forys DonahueMarch 26, 2024self-care, introvert

Can Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT) Heal Your Pain?

In the realm of mental health and therapy, innovative approaches continually emerge, offering hope and healing to those grappling with chronic pain. Among these groundbreaking methodologies stands Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT), a transformative modality designed to address and alleviate pain by addressing the emotions and patterns causing chronic nervous system activation.

PainKelly Forys DonahueMarch 11, 2024pain, chronic pain, pain reprocessing therapyp

Say Goodbye to Decision Stress: Make This ONE Change to Choose with Confidence

We've all been there—staring at a menu, contemplating a relationship, or deliberating over which job offer to accept. Decision-making can be overwhelming, leaving us stressed and uncertain about the choices we make. But making one change to your decision-making mindset can release the stress of decision making for good!

ThinkingKelly Forys DonahueMarch 5, 2024decision-making, mindset

Lifestyle Changes to Heal (Not Just Manage) Anxiety

In today's fast-paced world, anxiety has become an increasingly common issue, affecting millions of individuals worldwide. The ADAA reports that over 30% of US adults met criteria for an anxiety or depressive disorder in 2023. That doesn’t count all of the people who won’t seek help.

Health, Self-CareKelly Forys DonahueFebruary 28, 2024anxiety

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