535 followers

Follow

Follow

Follow

1/2

0 saved

4

10

A quote from my therapist's office 🫶🏾

I don’t know about yall but the simple quotes always speak the loudest. As a girlie with anxiety, I’m often working to master my mind to talk myself down from the ledge. The thing about anxiety (different from a gut feeling or literal physical illness) is that it’s in the mind and once you’re able to register that and move accordingly, you can get your body to meet you in the middle. Quotes like this are a nice nudge in the right direction 😌

#quote #therapy #therapygirl #anxietyanddepression #anxiety

2024/12/13 Edited to

Anxiety can often feel overwhelming, but one effective way to combat its effects is by using motivational quotes as tools for self-encouragement. One such quote is from Buddha: 'Rule your mind or it will rule you.' This profound statement speaks volumes about the importance of mental mastery in the face of anxiety. Incorporating such quotes into your daily routine can serve as a reminder that while anxiety is a mental experience, you have the power to influence how it affects you. Reflecting on meaningful quotes can foster mindfulness and encourage a positive mental attitude. Additionally, creating a personal collection of inspirational quotes can help during challenging moments. By surrounding yourself with motivational messages, you can cultivate an environment of self-love and resilience. Sharing these quotes with friends or a community can also foster supportive conversations about mental health, encouraging others to acknowledge their feelings and seek help when needed. The conversation surrounding anxiety and mental wellness benefits from openness and sharing, transforming what can often be an isolating experience into a collective journey of healing and empowerment.

Related posts

Journaling Prompts From A Therapist!

journaling is a great way to express yourself safely! for those who don’t like journaling, try talking into a voice recording app - it’s a great way to word dump all of your thoughts 🥰 what do you like about journaling? What do you dislike? #journaltherapy #mentalhealthawareness #therapy #jo

4507 likes

An open journal displays 'WAYS TO SELF REGULATE - FROM A THERAPIST' in red lettering on dotted pages. Pens are visible above the journal on a dark blue surface.

my fav ways to regulate - from a therapist 🫶🏻

Self regulation is so important!! Here are some of my fav ways to regulate when I’m feeling dysregulated. What do you do to regulate your system when feeling upset? #therapy #selfregulation #copingskills #somatichealing #mindfulness

2147 likes

A hand holds the book 'Healing from Hidden Abuse' by Shannon Thomas, LCSW, about recovering from psychological abuse. A pink overlay states 'Therapist suggested read'. A soft blanket with 'Hope' is in the background, along with a Lemon8 watermark.

Therapist suggested read

If you need a roadmap to break free from your narcissistic people who are still around or live rent free in your head grab this book 📖 my therapist suggested any questions or comments drop em below 👇🏾 #SafeSpace #lemon8challenge

4106 likes

A person takes a mirror selfie in a public restroom, with text overlay "BIZZARE Sadness Hacks My Therapist Taught Me (From someone who used to be on Anti-Depressants)" and "lemon8 @workflowwisdom".

A hand holds a clear water bottle with "Healthish" branding and measurement markings, containing water. Text overlay reads "Drink Saltwater In The Morning" with an explanation.

A smartphone displays an alarm screen with several alarms set, resting on a dark surface. Text overlay says "Set A Timer and CRY" with an explanation of the method.

BIZZARE Sadness Hacks My Therapist Taught Me

#therapy #depression #selfhelp #betteryourself #healing

926 likes

5 ADHD hacks from my therapist

141 likes

A bookstore aisle at Barnes & Noble with shelves of books categorized under 'Parenting' and 'Personal Growth'. An overlay reads 'Mental Health Books to get at Barnes & Noble'.

A hand holds Brené Brown's book 'The Gifts of Imperfection', a #1 New York Times Bestseller, which includes new tools for self-work. An overlay says 'anything by Brené Brown'.

A hand holds Mark Wolynn's book 'It Didn't Start With You', discussing inherited family trauma and how to end the cycle. An overlay describes it as an 'interesting read on generational trauma'.

mental health books from a therapist

just a few of the many books about mental health/self-help/psychology I found on my last trip to Barnes & Noble! I love & respect all of these authors as reputable sources to speak on various aspects of mental health. What’s your favorite recent mental health/self-help read?

300 likes

A woman with blonde hair is seated in a car. Text overlay describes the first rule for anxiety: 'Stop trying to calm down,' explaining that resisting anxiety makes the nervous system chill out faster.

A woman with blonde hair is seated in a car. Text overlay describes the second rule for anxiety: 'The anxiety isn't wrong, it's just confused,' suggesting asking what the body is trying to protect.

5 therapist rules that helped me overcome anxiety

I rolled my eyes at these at first—then I tested them in real spirals and they worked. 5 simple rules that calm your nervous system without “just relax” energy (I keep them saved in Groundly). #anxiety #therapy #therapytools #nervoussystem

101 likes

lessons from my therapist🛋️🧘🏽‍♀️

* you can send people love from afar peoples * judgements are a reflection of themselves * you're allowed to be happy * you cannot control the actions or feelings of others * you should feel free in your relationships * be clear on your boundaries and stick to them * your internal mo

965 likes

Music is my therapist

#music #whatsyourfavoritesong #soptify

267 likes

Bizarre therapist rules to stay detached while dat

From the girl who checks her phone 47 times waiting for a text back: these “weird” rules helped me stop spiraling, stay grounded, and date without making it my whole personality. #dating #datingadvice #anxiety #attachmentstyle #selfworth #boundaries #overthinking

39 likes

A woman stands against a stone wall, looking to her right, with the title "THINGS THAT ACTUALLY HELP WITH AUDHD BURNOUT (from an Audhd Therapist)" overlaid. She wears a dark top and light shorts.

An orange and white cat sleeps curled up on a red armchair. The text discusses "Slowing your daily pace intentionally" to lower cognitive, emotional, and sensory demands for AuDHD burnout recovery.

A room with a window, a white bookshelf, and a cat tree. The text advises "Temporarily removing non-essential tasks and responsibilities" to free up cognitive and emotional resources during burnout.

Things that actually help with AuDHD burnout (from an AuDHD therapist)

AuDHD burnout isn’t just being tired. It’s a full-system depletion that affects energy, emotions, sensory tolerance, and executive functioning all at once. And for many women, it builds slowly over months of pushing through, masking, and managing more than your nervous system was designed to hold.

141 likes

Pov you need a therapist-book recs

Some of my favorite books 📚 #books #bookrecommendations #femininerage #booktok

1013 likes

As a therapist, here are a few eye-opening truths

1️⃣ Most issues start when people avoid facing painful emotions. 2️⃣ More parents regret having kids than we realize—shame keeps it hidden. 3️⃣ Neurodivergence often runs in the family—your diagnosis might be a clue for your parent/child. 4️⃣ Your kid feeling truly loved is more important than a

214 likes

A young Black woman with curly hair sits on the floor, looking contemplatively out a window. The image features text overlay: 'Being the Oldest Daughter of an Emotionally Dependent Mother The Pain of Growing Up Too Fast & Feeling Responsible For Everyone.'

I Was Her Daughter, Not Her Therapist.

Being the oldest daughter of an emotionally dependent mother means being needed before you were ever fully nurtured. It means being praised for being “strong” when you were really just carrying too much too young. It means feeling guilty for wanting space, struggling with boundaries, and confusi

29 likes

Bigfoots Therapist Needs A Therapist!!!

#laughoutloud #revengeissweet #therapist #funnycomedyreels #truthbetold

27 likes

Did Your Therapist Ever Tell You This?

I used to think my old wounds would just disappear if I ignored them… but they showed up every time I tried to love someone. My therapist was the first person who told me, “Unhealed pain doesn’t vanish it repeats.” And she was right. In one of our sessions, she explained that telling your partn

21 likes

A Therapist Told Me✨🤍🌸

Not every one you vent to has good intentions for you. Sometimes its the ones closest to you rooting for your downfall. There are alternatives to protect your energy ✨ journal that ish burn that ish excercise that ish away go for a walk take yourself on a date and reflect on what the lesson could b

2651 likes

What My Therapist Told Me 🌻

Water Views Help Too 😌🌸 #travelwithme2024 #wellnesslifestyle #wellness #selfcare #boatlife #therapy #healthylifestyle2024 #blackgirlcreator #blackgirllifestyle #shareyourthoughts

40 likes

journal prompts i use as a therapist

I think journaling is such a great tool for so many reasons. As a therapist, I often suggest that my clients try journaling to better their mental health and wellness, understand themselves more, process emotions, do shadow work, etc. These are a few of my favorites :) many more where that came fro

38 likes

My therapist needs a therapist from my TBR list 😭📉

Me to my therapist: “I’m doing fine.” Also me: spends every night emotionally destroying myself with books that could break a Navy SEAL. There are so many books that claim to be heartbreaking, but these? These are in a league of their own. I have yet to meet a single person who finished these

20 likes

Weird advice from my therapist

0 likes

The Therapist📚

I really enjoyed this book. It’s a page turner! This thriller will have you doubting every one even yourself lol Amazing twist 🤯 4 ⭐️ #reading📖 #thrillerbookrecommendations #thetherapist #psychological thriller #psychologicalthrillerbooks #thrillerbooks

22 likes

Athena the Therapist

#epicthemusical #comedy #vibes #adhd #chaoticenergy

59 likes

✨🗣️ 7 Things Your Therapist SHOULD Tell You 👩🏾‍💼✨

✨ Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, but here’s the thing: your therapist should be upfront about certain non-negotiables. If they’re not, it’s absolutely okay (and important!) to ask. 📝 Here are 7 things every therapist should tell you: 1️⃣ Limits to confidentiality ~ Therapy is private,

52 likes

A hand with yellow and white swirled nails holds a prescription bottle labeled 'Generic for: Prozac, Take 1 capsule mouth every day.' Overlay text reads 'REAL TALK Don't let perfect be the enemy of good.' A white mouse and keyboard are in the background.

What’s one thing a therapist has said to you?

A therapist once told me, "You don’t have to fix everything at once. Just start somewhere." It helped me let go of the pressure to be perfect and focus on small steps. It made the bigger issues feel less overwhelming. #letschat #AskLemon8 #therapyquotes

82 likes

Become a Respiratory Therapist🫁🩺✨

Hey There🩷✨ This is for those who are interested in becoming a respiratory therapist or simply would like to know more about this career path! Please remember that every state is different and the requirements will vary depending on where you live. ✨Earn a High School Diploma or GED: Basic

180 likes

Therapist Essentials: My SOAP Note Setup 📝🧠

As a therapist juggling private practice and forensic cases, staying organized is everything. This SOAP notepad has seriously made my note-taking process faster and more structured. You can find the digital copy in my bio! Instead of scrambling to format every session note, I just follow the lay

28 likes

A hand holds a circular feelings wheel, displaying a spectrum of emotions from core feelings like happy, sad, angry, and surprised, expanding to more specific emotional states. The image is labeled "THERAPIST STATIONERY" and "FEELINGS WHEEL."

A hand holds a clear glass jar with a wooden lid, filled with various mental health stickers. One prominent sticker inside the jar reads, "you can do hard things." The image is labeled "MENTAL HEALTH STICKERS."

A hand holds a poster titled "THE ANGER VOLCANO," illustrating behaviors associated with anger (like yelling, throwing) and the underlying emotions (such as fear, frustration, and shame). The image is labeled "FEELINGS POSTER."

Therapist Stationery Finds 👩🏻‍🏫👩🏻‍🏫👩🏻‍🏫

These are some of my favorite therapist #stationery finds’ the first pic is a feeling wheel, where people can look at the emotions and be able to articulate their feelings! I love having a jar of mental health stickers on my desk, as who doesn’t love stickers? And finally I have an anger poster ,

199 likes

Imagine your therapist popped up on your FYP

Here’s what they might say… Shifting your energy from what you can’t control to what you can will bring you more peace, clarity, and confidence. 📌Save this as a reminder, and let me know in the comments: which side of this list do you need to lean into more this week👀 #therapy #womenempower

12 likes

✨📚Mental Health Texts To Be An AMAZING Therapist🧠✨

✨ Being an effective counselor goes beyond just theory, it's about genuineness, empathy, and unconditional positive regard for every client we serve. ✨ The books I feature in this post have been vital in shaping my perspective and approach to counseling, helping me build deeper connections

137 likes

How to Tell If Your Therapist Is a Good Fit❤️

✨Finding the right therapist can make a huge difference! Here’s how to know if they’re the perfect match: 1. Comfort & Trust: Feel safe and understood. 2. Clear Communication: Easy to talk to and explains things well. 3. Empathy & Support: Validates your feelings without judgment.

15 likes

I asked my therapist, who their therapist was...

Congratulations, you've won Trauma! Not that you were awarded any, but that your trauma tops everyone else's - congratulations and condolences! #voiceover #voiceactor #memes #therapy #funny

176 likes

Top 10 Respiratory Therapist Positions 🫁⚕️

🫁 Did You Know? Many people aren’t aware of the different opportunities in respiratory therapy—and there is so much more than bedside care! Here are 10 respiratory therapy jobs that go beyond the hospital floor, showcasing the versatility and growth potential in this field. From travel assignmen

84 likes

See more