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6 Barriers to Making Decisions

6 Barriers to Making Decisions

August 28, 2023September 28, 2023

6 Barriers to Making Decisions Are you trying to make a decision, but you keep getting stuck? Well, in this…

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Find Your Unicorn Space

Book Therapy: Find Your Unicorn Space

August 26, 2023August 28, 2023

Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the demands of a busy life, leaving little room for creative pursuits? We all…

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Work-On-Yourself

6 Tips to Work on Yourself

August 13, 2023August 14, 2023

Are you working on your most important relationship? The relationship with yourself. Hey there! I am Diana Garcia, and I’m…

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How-To-Improve-Self-Esteem-In-Relationships

How to Improve Self Esteem in Relationships

August 4, 2023August 4, 2023

Is your low self esteem impacting your relationship? I will discuss some tips on how to deal with low self…

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Book Therapy: The Four Agreements

Book Therapy: The Four Agreements

June 28, 2023July 27, 2023

Are you looking for a book with tons of wisdom that might shift the way you look at the world?…

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NegativeSelf-Talk

Understanding Negative Self-Talk: How It Affects You and How to Overcome It

June 23, 2023June 23, 2023

Have you ever found yourself caught in a cycle of self-criticism and negative thoughts? You’re not alone. Negative self-talk is…

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Be-Mighty

Book Therapy: Be Mighty

May 31, 2023May 31, 2023

Are you a woman struggling with anxiety? If so, this month’s Book Therapy selection is perfect for you! Be Mighty:…

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Book-Talks

Book Therapy: Sex Talks

April 30, 2023April 30, 2023

Are you looking to improve your sex life? Then, this month’s Book Therapy is for you! This month’s pick is…

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The-Anatomy-of-Anxiety

Book Therapy: The Anatomy of Anxiety

March 30, 2023March 30, 2023

If you struggle with anxiety? Then, this month’s Book Therapy is essential in your coping toolbox. This month’s Book Therapy…

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The-Mindful-Path-to-Self-Compassion

Book Therapy: The Mindful Path to Self-Compassion

February 24, 2023February 24, 2023

Are you looking for a resource to help you incorporate more self-compassion into your life? Then this month’s Book Therapy…

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7 Tips for Anxiety and Dating

February 18, 2023February 18, 2023

If the thought of dating freaks you out, no worries! You’re not alone. Today we will go through some common…

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The-Gifts-of-Imperfection

Book Therapy: The Gifts of Imperfection

January 31, 2023January 31, 2023

Are you looking to cultivate more authenticity in your life? If so, this month’s Book Therapy Pick is for you!…

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Low-Self-Esteem-In-A-Relationship

8 Signs of Low Self-Esteem in a Relationship

January 28, 2023February 18, 2023

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The-Art-of-Communicating

Book Therapy: The Art of Communicating

November 22, 2022August 13, 2023

Are you looking for a book that goes through some tips on the art of communication? Look no further than…

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How-To-Be-Yourself

Book Therapy: How To Be Yourself

October 26, 2022August 13, 2023

Do you get nervous in social situations? Would you rather get a colonoscopy than give a public speech? Do you…

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Treament-For-High-Functioning-Anxiety

Treatment for High Functioning Anxiety

October 11, 2022October 14, 2022

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Hardwiring-Happiness

Book Therapy: Hardwiring Happiness

September 29, 2022October 7, 2022

Are you looking for a book with some simple tools to use brain science to your advantage? Check out this…

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Eat-to-Beat-Depression-and-Anxiety

Book Therapy: Eat to Beat Depression and Anxiety

August 30, 2022October 7, 2022

Have you considered the role that food can play in your mental health? Are you looking for foods to prioritize…

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Perfectionist-As-A-Weakness

Is Being A Perfectionist A Weakness?

August 10, 2022October 7, 2022

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The-Seven-Principles-for-Making-Marriage-Work

Book Therapy: The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work

July 27, 2022August 13, 2023

Are you looking for a book with tons of resources to improve your relationship? Look no further than this month’s…

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7 Signs of Imposter Syndrome at Work

7 Signs of Imposter Syndrome at Work

July 14, 2022October 7, 2022

Hello! My name is Diana Garcia, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida and the owner of Nurturing Minds Counseling. Do you…

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This month's book therapy pick The Places That Scare You

Book Therapy: The Places That Scare You

July 1, 2022October 7, 2022

Are you looking for a book with concrete practices from mindfulness traditions to apply to your life right now? Then…

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Mindfulness Exercise: Brief Guided Meditation Female Voice

June 22, 2022August 16, 2023

If you’re looking to incorporate more mindfulness into your life, this guided mediation in a female voice might be a…

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Overthinking-It

5 Questions to Stop Overthinking It

June 15, 2022October 7, 2022

Do you struggle with overthinking it? Are you feeling overwhelmed by all the spiraling thoughts? Then watch the video on…

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Anxious-Perfectionist

Book Therapy: The Anxious Perfectionist

May 31, 2022October 7, 2022

Have you been called a perfectionist? Are you sick and tired of playing the perfectionist game which leads to perfectionism…

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Books-On-Burnout

Book Therapy: Burn Out

April 30, 2022October 7, 2022

Are you struggling with burnout? Are you looking for books on burnout to help you through this phase? I’d encourage…

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Dealing-With-Romantic-Rejection

10 Tips When Dealing With Romantic Rejection

April 14, 2022October 5, 2023

10 Tips When Dealing With Romantic Rejection Hey All! My name is Diana Garcia, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in…

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Book-On-Self-Esteem

Book Therapy: The Mindfulness & Acceptance Workbook for Self-Esteem

March 31, 2022October 7, 2022

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How-to-stop-being-so-nice

How To Stop Being So Nice

March 17, 2022October 7, 2022

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Am-I-Too-Nice

Am I Too Nice?

February 23, 2022October 7, 2022

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Relationship-Book

Book Therapy:Hold Me Tight

February 9, 2022October 7, 2022

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How-To-Explain-Anxiety-To-Someone

How to Explain Anxiety to Someone

January 19, 2022October 7, 2022

If you’re feeling unsure about how to explain your anxiety to someone, then this blog/vlog is for you! I provide 7 tips to help you have this conversation.

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Atlas-of-the-Heart

Book Therapy: Atlas of the Heart

January 5, 2022October 7, 2022

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Set-Boundaries-Find-Peace

Book Therapy: Book 5: Set Boundaries, Find Peace: A Guide to Reclaiming Yourself

November 24, 2021October 7, 2022

Hey All! My name is Diana Garcia and I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida; owner of a Private…

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Digital experience

Digital experience

November 3, 2021August 31, 2023

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Global influence

Global influence

November 3, 2021August 31, 2023

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4 Modern bathtubs

4 Modern bathtubs

November 3, 2021August 31, 2023

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Comfy & Stylish

Comfy & Stylish

November 3, 2021August 31, 2023

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Best design here

Best design here

November 3, 2021August 31, 2023

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Virtual dreamtime

Virtual dreamtime

November 3, 2021August 31, 2023

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Success groove

Success groove

November 3, 2021August 31, 2023

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The joy of art

The joy of art

November 3, 2021August 31, 2023

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Passion & work

Passion & work

November 3, 2021August 31, 2023

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Rose gold design

Rose gold design

November 2, 2021August 31, 2023

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Self-Compassion

Book Therapy: Book 4: Self-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself

October 31, 2021October 7, 2022

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Mindfulness Exercise: Soles of the Feet

October 13, 2021August 16, 2023

Mindfulness Exercise: Soles of the Feet –> Listen to this mindfulness exercise where the soles of the feet will help to ground you.

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Mindfulness Exercise: Acceptance of Anxiety

Mindfulness Exercise: Acceptance of Anxiety

September 30, 2021October 7, 2022

Mindfulness Exercise: Acceptance of Anxiety –> Listen to my version of the acceptance of anxiety meditation.

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Book Therapy: Book 3: The Happiness Trap

September 29, 2021October 7, 2022

Book Therapy: Book 3: The Happiness Trap – video summarizing the book and key insights.

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When Comparison is a Trap

When Comparison is a Trap

September 16, 2021October 7, 2022

When was the last time you found yourself comparing yourself to someone else? What was that experience like for you? Did it help you or hinder you?

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Mindfulness Exercise: Acceptance of Thoughts & Feelings

September 3, 2021October 7, 2022

Mindfulness Exercise: Acceptance of Thoughts & Feelings

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Book Therapy: Book 2: Part 2

August 12, 2021October 7, 2022

Part 2 of this month’s “Book Therapy” series. This month’s pick is: Permission to Feel: Unlocking the Power of Emotions to Help Our Kids, Ourselves, and Our Society Thrive by Marc Brackett, Ph.D.

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Permission-To-Feel

Book Therapy: Book 2: Part 1

August 10, 2021October 7, 2022

I’m continuing the monthly video series “Book Therapy.” In this series, I pick one mental health/self-help book to highlight.

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Book Therapy: Book 1

July 14, 2021October 7, 2022

A new monthly video series where I pick one mental health/self-help book to highlight.

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Are-You-Getting-Hooked-Or-Unhooked?

Are You Getting Hooked or Unhooked?

June 30, 2021October 7, 2022

I will be explaining a diagram to help you understand whether you’re getting hooked or unhooked? Meaning whether you’re making choices that are moving you closer or further away from the life you want.

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A Myth of Vulnerability

June 16, 2021October 7, 2022

Learn about this common myth related to vulnerability.

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Why the Search for Why Can Backfire

May 27, 2021October 7, 2022

Watch the video or read the blog to learn why the constant search for the root cause of all your suffering might backfire on you.

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3 Tips to Return to Normal

3 Tips to Return to Normal

April 23, 2021October 7, 2022

In this video/blog, I go through three tips to help manage your anxiety about going back to “normal.”

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Fear vs Anxiety

Fear vs Anxiety

April 2, 2021April 28, 2021

Watch the video below to learn more about the difference between anxiety and fear. If you’re someone who prefers to…

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A Myth of Therapy

A Myth of Therapy

February 26, 2021February 27, 2021

Watch the video below as I discuss a common myth that people have about therapy. It might burst your bubble…

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12 Days of Tips for the Holidays: Day 12

12 Days of Tips for the Holidays: Day 12

December 24, 2020August 1, 2023

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12 Days of Tips for the Holidays: Day 11

12 Days of Tips for the Holidays: Day 11

December 23, 2020August 1, 2023

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12 Days of Tips for the Holidays: Day 10

12 Days of Tips for the Holidays: Day 10

December 22, 2020August 1, 2023

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12 Days of Tips for the Holidays: Day 9

12 Days of Tips for the Holidays: Day 9

December 21, 2020August 1, 2023

Day 9 of the 12 tips of the holiday series to help manage the holiday stress. Today I’m talking about…

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12 Days of Tips for the Holidays: Day 8

12 Days of Tips for the Holidays: Day 8

December 20, 2020August 1, 2023

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12 Days of Tips for the Holidays: Day 7

12 Days of Tips for the Holidays: Day 7

December 19, 2020August 1, 2023

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12 Days of Tips for the Holidays: Day 6

12 Days of Tips for the Holidays: Day 6

December 18, 2020August 1, 2023

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12 Days of Tips for the Holidays: Day 5

12 Days of Tips for the Holidays: Day 5

December 17, 2020August 1, 2023

Hi everyone! My name is Diana Garcia and I’m a licensed mental health counselor in Florida and founder of a…

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Holiday Self-Care Series: Day 4

Holiday Self-Care Series: Day 4

December 16, 2020December 10, 2022

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Holiday Self-Care Series: Day 3

Holiday Self-Care Series: Day 3

December 15, 2020December 10, 2022

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Holiday Self-Care Series: Day 2

Holiday Self-Care Series: Day 2

December 14, 2020December 10, 2022

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Mental Health at Christmas

Holiday Self-Care Series: Day 1

December 13, 2020December 3, 2022

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You Can Thank Grug for Your Anxiety

You Can Thank Grug for Your Anxiety

December 2, 2020December 2, 2020

I recently saw the movie The Croods: A New Age, which was both cute and funny. I’m typically not a…

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3 Components of Self-Compassion

3 Components of Self-Compassion

June 21, 2019August 13, 2023

Imagine you see an ad for your dream job with top-notch perks and benefits to match! It almost feels as…

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How to Overcome Shame

June 21, 2019December 16, 2021

In this blog, you’ll learn 5 steps for overcoming shame in your daily life.

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