Balance Treatment Center

Pandemic parenting is hard. For many of us, parenting during COVID-19 is the hardest thing we’ve ever had to do. It’s not surprising that Google searches for parental burnout, parenting, and stress, and emotion management are spiking. It’s also not surprising that children are experiencing more stress-related symptoms than ever before. Here’s a list of some of three-letter words that can transform our parenting. Try to review this list and use at least one of these words with kids, or with yourself, each day. Turns out, adults are just grown-up kids, and using these words with ourselves can help us be kinder to ourselves, too. #parenting #kids #stress #anxiety #emotions #coping #resilience #wellness #selfcaretips

When you’re feeling tense, on edge, and overwhelmed, some good stress-relieving workouts to take out all that anger and frustration can really come in clutch. In fact, regularly triggering that stress system by engaging in physical activity might help condition your body to deal with short-term stressors more efficiently. (Of course, exercise alone doesn’t replace treatment for depression and anxiety, so you should continue taking prescribed medications and see your therapist or doctor regularly.) Here are stress-relieving workouts to give you some ideas you can try. #Health #Fitness #PhysicalActivity #MindBody #StressRelievingWorkouts #Stress #Depression #Anxiety

Many key factors affect #mood in regards to #food. When we experience certain nutritional deficiencies, our #brains lose the ability to work to their fullest. Moods can be negatively altered and the human #body is unable to grow and sufficiently repair itself. When the body and #mind are properly and consistently #nourished, the brain will naturally produce chemicals that help in the fight against #depression. Here are a few easy additions that can assist in boosting one’s mood. Visit: https://bit.ly/2I8jPVQ

The treatment philosophy at balance includes an in-depth look at four areas of a person’s life and while trying to uncover the core sources of each person’s struggle, we emphasize the importance of gaining and holding balance in these areas: , , , . Call us anytime: 855-414-8100 or visit www.BALANCETREATMENT.com #BalanceTreatmentCenter #MentalHealthTreatmentPrograms #ResidentialTreatmentProgram #IntensiveOutpatientPrograms #WellBeing #MentalHealthCare #Calabasas #SantaMaria #SanLuisObispo #Visalia #California

The present moment is filled with joy and happiness. If you are attentive, you will see it. -Thich Nhat Hanh; "Peace Is Every Step: The Path of Mindfulness in Everyday Life" #attention #happiness #joy #mindfulness #peace #meditation #presentmoment #self #selfawareness #livinginthepresent #mentalhealth #balancetreatmentcenter #calabasas #santamaria #sanluisobispo #visalia #california #goodquote #thichnhathanh

Loneliness hurts. Most of us have experienced this. With the advent of technology and social media and the ever-increasing speed of life, we may feel more connected in some ways, but, on the other hand, human moments of actual face-to-face exchange without interruption can become more rare. Loneliness is the leading reason people seek out therapy, and one study suggests that loneliness is a risk factor for mortality. When the pain of loneliness takes hold of you, here are some tools that can help build resilience. #Mind #Body #Emotions #Loneliness #Resilience #SelfCompassion #Mindfulness #Meditation

When you relinquish control over how people and things ought to be, you can improve your #relationships and decrease your #stress. We can start this by practicing with small or large acts of letting go. We could allow someone else to load the dishwasher (their way!). We could relinquish control of the TV remote (occasionally!). We could allow for more noise, music, traffic, animals, in our environment than we think we are able to tolerate. When you let go of control, you give yourself permission to stop feeling that you need to do everything! Isn’t that a relief? Control mechanisms can even show up in our #mindfulness practice. We bemoan the times that our minds wandered a lot, or that we were edgy or restless. On those days we can remind ourselves that we don’t need to control anything. Not even our breath.

The regular activity gives us the benefit not only of improving physical health but also of enhancing our #emotional, #social, and #intellectual #health. Regular physical activity can help keep thinking, learning, and judgment skills sharp. It can reduce the risk of depression and anxiety and improve sleep. Physical activity can also provide social benefit through group activities and team building. At Balance, we stress the importance of being physically active and provide clients with appropriate activities. #HealthyBody #HealthyMind #Fitness #Exercise #PhysicalFitness #MentalHealth #StressRelieve #Anxiety #Depression #EmotionalHealth #EmotionalStability #Wellness #MindBody #HealthyLiving #BalanceTreatmentCenter #Calabasas #SantaMaria #SanLuisObispo #Visalia #California

We’ve all had the experience of saying something we regret, wishing the floor would swallow us up whole, or momentarily wishing we were flexible enough from yoga to literally insert our foot into our mouth. But beyond blunders and bloopers, we’ve all struggled to effectively communicate and be heard by others. Mindful and compassionate speaking isn’t just an ethical choice, mindful speech is simply more effective. What’s more, these guidelines are useful online, where anonymity and impulsivity can bring out less than the best in humanity. Practicing mindful speech may prove challenging, but the rewards of effective and positive communication that causes less harm to everyone are well worth it. #Mindfulness #Communication #Conversations #Compassion #Sensitivity #MindfulConversation #Emotions

Many of us turn to exercise when things feel overwhelming, and this 10-minute HIIT workout is a great example of a routine that can help your day go just a little bit better. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed about, um, everything these days, you’re not alone. There’s a lot to be anxious about right now. While as individuals, we can’t singlehandedly control the outcome, part of the reason why it’s so stressful, we can do small things to feel strong and empowered again. And that’s where this 10-minute HIIT workout comes in. #Fitness #Workout #Stress #Anxiety #MindBody #HIITworkouts #Cardioworkouts #Homeworkouts

Trying to stay healthy during cold and flu season has perhaps never been more important than during the COVID-19 pandemic. From frantically washing hands to continuing to have Zoom happy hours, everyone's doing what they can to keep the "bugs" away. One vitamin that has become a shining star in the wellness world is vitamin D. While this nutrient may be best known for its role in building strong bones, it also supports many functions in the body, including the immune system. ...While there are many ways to help your body meet its vitamin D needs, including direct sun exposure and supplements, there are some foods that naturally contain this important nutrient and can be simple additions to an overall healthy diet. Here are seven to add to your grocery list. #superfoods #healthyliving #fall #healthyeatingtips #vitamins #nutrients #essentialnourishment

The scariest part of horror films is often the build-up that escalates, bit by terrifying bit, until we discover who or what is lurking in the darkness. Living with #uncertainty in real #life can come with a similar sense of dread. Many of us have been creeping through this year on edge, wondering what’s next, often peering at the future through theoretical finger slits. It’s no wonder why psychologists like Thea Gallagher, Psy.D., have been inundated with new clients. For m...any of us, we’ve never really experienced #anxiety in this way before, Gallagher tells SELF. The pandemic having no end in sight means many of us don’t know when we can see our loved ones safely, and certainly not when we can take a vacation from the madness or otherwise try to resume normal life. Gallagher and other anxiety experts say that living with uncertainty is one of the most common topics coming up in their therapy sessions lately. In case you’re in the same #emotional boat, here are six practical tips for getting through the fear of what’s going to happen next.

It can happen at any time: Your partner criticizes the meal you spent all afternoon preparing. Your friend promised to be on time but is 20 minutes late. Your colleague blames you for something while CC’ing your supervisor. Any time you have a strong, sudden emotional reaction, that’s the whoosh. The whoosh can actually be quantified. Juliane Taylor Shore, a therapist who specializes in interpersonal neurobiology, mentioned that the whoosh can happen in as little as 1/12 of a... second. This is because it activates our brainstem, the older, primitive part of the brain that’s meant to ensure our survival. But this doesn’t serve us in our relationships. Self-protection doesn’t take the other person into account, and it often means lashing out or shutting down. It sounds simple, but the truth is that cooling yourself down in the midst of feeling angry or upset is an extremely difficult task. But it is possible. Here’s a quick 3-part exercise that may help you to break this down in the moment. Remember, this internal redirect isn’t easy. You may find that at first you’re only able to catch yourself after you've reacted. But with time and practice, you should be able to notice strong emotions that arise, and take a timeout in order to get your neocortex get back online.

Veterans can be at particular risk for depression and suicide around the holidays, and many are disproportionately hard-hit by the pandemic due to age, chronic health issues, post-traumatic stress disorder and isolation. The Buddy Check program is designed to give Legionnaires the tools to make contact, engage in conversation, assess risks and direct veterans in need to the appropriate services. The Buddy Check program encourages Legionnaires to make contact, lend a listening... ear, and direct veterans to critical services. For Buddy Check information, visit legion.org/buddycheck. For urgent help, contact the Veterans Crisis Line at 1-800-273-8255. https://www.legion.org//buddy-checks-focus-mental-health-w #healthissues #depression #anxiety #posttraumaticstressdisorder #buddycheck #mentalhealth #wellbeing

Mindfulness, or the ability to exist in the present moment in a non-judgmental and sustained way, has been shown to have many health benefits. Mindful individuals tend to have reduced stress levels, they are less emotionally reactive, and they have better focus. But what does it mean to be a mindful individual? Here are five personality traits, and their associations with mindfulness, are unpacked below. #mindfulness #focus #presentmoment #mind #body #wellbeing