Mental Health Archives - StableMinded with Lisa Pulliam

Why hurry is a survival response you can change!

Remember that classic song by Alabama that goes like this: I’m in a hurry to get things done Oh, I rush and rush until life’s no fun All I really gotta do is live and die Even I’m in a hurry and don’t know why This oldie but goodie made it onto my place list this past spring when I was on a country song sing-a-loud kick to keep me alert during my long drives. Looking back, I’m pretty sure […]

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Inspiring Ideas for Self-Care Practices

When you think about self-care, is it synonymous with selfishness? Although I wouldn’t have admitted that out loud to anyone, it is a belief I had for a long time. Maybe you feel the same way? Depending upon the values you’ve inherited and adopted for yourself (even unknowingly), your perspective about hard work and serving others is so significant that taking time to play, rest, and refuel may feel not only uncomfortable and unproductive but downright wrong. Self-care

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How is the story you’re telling yourself influencing your life?

Have you ever stopped to consider the story you are telling yourself about your life? Take 60 seconds to think about that. Really. Think for a moment. Close your eyes with curiosity, wondering . . . What would be the title of the book that tells the story of my life? Do you have that title in mind? Maybe a few choice words that ought not be published? Life is hard, my friend. In my role as a coach over

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