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The Overwhelming Sound of Pain

by Raymond Navarro MS LMHC “I have learned now that while those who speak about one’s miseries usually hurt, those who keep silence hurt more” (C.S. Lewis). When you think of pain do you think physical or mental? When I was growing up there was a constant debate about nurture vs nature. People argued theirContinue reading “The Overwhelming Sound of Pain”

Finding motivation

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The Power of Anxiety…

I always say that every good therapist’s first client is themselves. We’re just like everyone else we’ve just learned more coping skills than most and went to school for a long time. However it was in that gauntlet of colleges, universities and grad school in which I learned the tools I needed to combat myContinue reading “The Power of Anxiety…”

Anxiety

Introduction – Anxiety is a normal healthy emotion, natural stress response and is a feeling of worry or fear. Anxiety may occur if you are going for… Anxiety

The Mental Health Impact of COVID-19

Initially, the pandemic had a significant and negative impact on our mental health. Here is some data that looked at self-reported levels of distress… The Mental Health Impact of COVID-19

It’s Ok To Feel Your Feelings

Written by Dr. Eric Perry Image Credit: Pixabay “The way I see it, if you want the rainbow you gotta put up with the rain.” ~Dolly Parton There seems… It’s Ok To Feel Your Feelings

HOW TO DEAL WITH DISCOMFORT

Underlying the emotion of frustration is the irrational belief ” I should not have to suffer discomfort.” This is often backed up by similar demands,… HOW TO DEAL WITH DISCOMFORT

Why do we suffer?

Does it have to be fair for you to be happy?

Why Is Toxic Productivity a Thing?

I’m generally pretty out of the loop when it comes to pop psychology phenomena, so I just stumbled across the term toxic productivity fairly recently… Why Is Toxic Productivity a Thing?

How to Talk to Someone About Their Mental Health

Worrying too much about the words you say can shut down dialogue if you’re trying to talk to someone about their mental health, or anything … How to Talk to Someone About Their Mental Health

Do We Really Need Friends?

By Raymond Navarro MS LMHC 8/15/2021 What is a friend anyway? As a therapist I am constantly telling my clients how important it is to have friends and the positive effects of spending time with them. I tell them how everyone needs a strong support system and that we all need people we can confideContinue reading “Do We Really Need Friends?”

The Stigma of Anger

The Stigma of Anger https://navarrotherapy.com/2020/09/08/the-stigma-of-anger/ — Read on navarrotherapy.com/2020/09/08/the-stigma-of-anger/

Targets of Bullying and Social Anxiety

After being bullied for so long, targets can develop social anxiety. They withdraw from people because they fear future attacks. The target’s spirit … Targets of Bullying and Social Anxiety

The Overwhelming Sound of Pain

by Ray Navarro MS “I have learned now that while those who speak about one’s miseries usually hurt, those who keep silence hurt more” (C.S. Lewis). When you think of pain do you think physical or mental? When I was growing up there was a constant debate about nurture vs nature. People argued their pointContinue reading “The Overwhelming Sound of Pain”

Coping with Suicidal Thoughts

If you struggle with suicidal thoughts … 1. Commit to not doing anything for this moment – Despite the fact that the pain is overwhelming, choose to … Coping with Suicidal Thoughts

Is Low Self-Esteem Something We’re Born With?

No! Insecurity and a lack of confidence are not characteristics that we’re born with. They are taught! Not only by bullies or abusive family members … Is Low Self-Esteem Something We’re Born With?

Targets of Bullying and Depression

Depression is the lowest point a target can be driven to. Targets of bullying who are depressed have been bullied and beaten down so much, for so … Targets of Bullying and Depression

Anxiety

Anxiety is like fighting an enemy trying to keep you out of the sun. You claw and scratch to be let out. Depression is like being cradled by a con-… Anxiety

My Stalker and Me

By Raymond Navarro MS A couple of years ago I was put in a difficult situation and I had to hurt someone. I did not want to hurt that person, but I will always choose my kids first, I am getting ahead of myself. You should know that I get along with most people, afterContinue reading “My Stalker and Me”

Trauma release in an internet age

Part of the success of this website has been my willingness (and need) to speak things that many of my readers were thinking but not yet saying. As … Trauma release in an internet age

Depression & Despair: 2020’s Prom Theme

I do not believe a sense of loneliness and despair is endemic to the human condition writ large, but I do believe that it is for many of us. Depression & Despair: 2020’s Prom Theme

Dear anxiety, this is what I want you to know

I want to use this blog post to express my feelings and talk to my anxiety directly as if it was a person. I will in particular say 4 things that I … Dear anxiety, this is what I want you to know

How To Deal With Grief This Christmas

Christmas can be a tough time of year for so many people, for so many reasons. Although I personally love Christmas and over the last few years have … How To Deal With Grief This Christmas

Anxiety, Depression and Thankfulness

(Make sure you read to the end of the post!) There’s a lot to be said for being thankful. 1.For a start, we have a lot to be grateful for – Even when… Anxiety, Depression and Thankfulness

Pandemic Anxiety by da-AL & Panic Attack Rescue by Caz

What’re your tips for quelling anxiety? Whining whiners (and wine?) welcome too! Pandemic Anxiety by da-AL & Panic Attack Rescue by Caz

Typical kinds of anxiety conditions – Generalized anxiety disorder

Anxiety is a typical occurrence when a person faces potentially bothersome or dangerous situations. It is likewise felt when an individual views an … Typical kinds of anxiety conditions – Generalized anxiety disorder

Relieving Signs And Symptoms of Stress And Anxiety Via Exercise

f you experience any kind of stress and anxiety and are in the procedure of looking for therapy, do not be stunned if your medical professional or … Relieving Signs And Symptoms of Stress And Anxiety Via Exercise

How to Stop Sabotaging Yourself

Written by Dr. Eric Perry Image Credit: Pixabay “I am the greatest obstacle to my greatest dreams.” ~Craig D. Lounsbrough The subconscious mind is … How to Stop Sabotaging Yourself

DBT training certified

So excited to add Dialectal Behavioral Therapy to my tool kit. The more I learn the more I can help. #dbt #cbt if you or anyone you know needs therapy please reach out. We have programs that make therapy available for everyone

Thursday Venting

By Ray Navarro

It’s Ok To Feel Your Feelings

Written by Dr. Eric Perry Image Credit: Pixabay “The way I see it, if you want the rainbow you gotta put up with the rain.” ~Dolly Parton There seems… It’s Ok To Feel Your Feelings

Fighting Paralysis

By Ray Navarro MS I know I probably should’ve told some of you about this earlier but sometimes a blessing can appear to be a curse. This is a good thing for me, be happy for me. We learn from suffering, it is the ultimate teacher and I am looking forward to evolving…

Good by Jocko

How I haven’t put this up already is mind blowing. This is a must watch. http://www.youtube.com/watch

We defy Foundation Veterans Day event

Hey guys as an abassador at the We Defy Foundation Im proud to invite you to join us this Veterans Day in celebrating and honoring those that risk their lives everyday for us. Whether you want to sign up you and your friends for a 5k run or your a dojo that is willing toContinue reading “We defy Foundation Veterans Day event”

How to Set Boundaries with a Toxic Person

Written by Dr. Eric Perry Image Credit: Pixabay “People inspire you or they drain you. Pick them wisely.” ~Hans F. Hansen We all know at least one … How to Set Boundaries with a Toxic Person

What is Boredom?

By Ray Navarro MS What’s that quote “an idle mind is the devils playground”? I don’t know, I’ll have to look that one up later. I’m sitting here, my girlfriends is in front of me working on her crafts business, her kids are running around the house making noise and doing God knows what, I’mContinue reading “What is Boredom?”

Steve Harvey get motivated

http://www.youtube.com/watch A great way to get a Sunday morning Started. Never forget it’s never to late to start your dreams.

Of Anxiety And Uncertainty

There are certain things in life that no college, book or internet can teach you. One needs to simply experience it. A year ago, … Of Anxiety And Uncertainty

ADHD Concentration Exercises

Excited to add a new resource for our clients and their families. You can find this and other resources on the resources page at http://www.navarrotherapy.com https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hcE3V4IkOOnChh51gHBNbwBDcxv0snse/view?usp=sharing

Boise’s Leading Local News: Weather, Traffic, Sports and more | Boise, Idaho | KTVB.com | ktvb.com

Boise’s Leading Local News: Weather, Traffic, Sports and more | Boise, Idaho | KTVB.com | ktvb.com — Read on http://www.google.com/amp/s/www.ktvb.com/amp/article/news/health/coronavirus/fear-of-coronavirus-long-term-quarantine-negatively-affects-mental-health-university-of-idaho-study-finds/277-6c63cd8a-8dac-4ad7-b18d-2e2b559f7b47 I usually don’t post news articles on this site But it’s important to understand where we are in the battle with mental health and the effect that the coronavirus is having on it. While we’veContinue reading “Boise’s Leading Local News: Weather, Traffic, Sports and more | Boise, Idaho | KTVB.com | ktvb.com”

The True Social Distancing…

By Ray Navarro MS When most people think of social distancing they think of masks and 6 feet. Is that what you think of? Because I don’t. I think of my daughters. What’s happening to my fourteen year old terrifies me of the present, and looking at my 8 year old scares me of whatContinue reading “The True Social Distancing…”

Everyone needs a passion, this is just a few reasons jiu jitsu is mine…

https://www.jiujitsutimes.com/why-jiu-jitsu-people-never-shut-up-about-jiu-jitsu/?fbclid=IwAR0prAzzzmgbh7QdH2_5U5DeBgeqhDqBTngNkI7AJUGViEAG8ah9D0JM5e8

Researchers Doubt That Certain Mental Disorders Are Disorders At All

What if mental disorders like anxiety, depression or post-traumatic stress disorder aren’t mental disorders at all? — Read on http://www.forbes.com/sites/alisonescalante/2020/08/11/researchers-doubt-that-certain-mental-disorders-are-disorders-at-all/amp/ Just wanted to share this interesting perspective on mental disorders. Comments?

https://drive.google.com/file/d/17MXTJbzC087CIwVkrKfgkPXHkoa31h0T/view?usp=sharing Every day that we wake up we are struggling with the trauma of living in a pandemic. Maybe some of us adults can get through it but our kids, most of them, have not developed the skills they need to move forward. The resource I found for yoga and mindfulness tools is a greatContinue reading “6 Trauma Sensitive yoga and mindfulness tools to support youth”

It’s Ok To Have A Bad Day

Written by Dr. Eric Perry Image Credit: Pixabay “Bad times have a scientific value. These are occasions a good learner would not miss.” ~Ralph Waldo … It’s Ok To Have A Bad Day