What self-care is and isn’t

By Iris Cahill Casiano, Phd As we wrap up September and Self-Care Awareness Month here in Texas, I wanted to share a little bit about what self-care is and isn’t. While the actual activities or things we do when caring for ourselves can be as unique and different as each of us, there are some …

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How do I…? Manage stress and anxiety

Our “How do I…?” series offers information, tips, and strategies on mental wellbeing. Are you feeling stressed and anxious? Learn 6 simple strategies to better manage stress and anxiety. By Iris Cahill Casiano, PhD (Read in Spanish) Stress and anxiety are very common. These experiences can lead us to feel physically and emotionally tired, tense, …

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Is anxiety normal?

While feeling anxious or worried is often painful, anxiety is a normal emotion. Understanding the difference between situational anxiety and clinical anxiety can make a huge difference in feeling better. “I’m so stressed at work, it’s giving me anxiety.”   “My relationship is going through a rough patch, and I feel so worried.”    “I’m …

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Brava Vita Counseling (“We” and “our”) maintain a website and blog at the following URL: http://www.BravaVita.com .  The content presented on our website and blog  is intended to provide visitors with general information about our practice, as well as educational content for the general public related to mental health and wellness. We do not expect …

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