by Megan Hall | Jan 16, 2026 | Anxiety, Depression, Self Care, Trauma
When we think about exercise it is often framed in rigid, punishing ways: Move more. Push harder. Be disciplined. For many people, especially those who have experienced challenges with mental health, this messaging isn’t just unhelpful but it can be harmful. Movement...
by Megan Hall | Jan 16, 2026 | Anxiety, Depression, Self Care, Trauma, Women
In a culture that prizes productivity and constant activity, rest is often treated as optional or even lazy.This messaging is harmful and can feed cycles of guilt, self-criticism, or compulsive behavior. Rest is not a reward; it is a vital component of mental and...
by Megan Hall | Dec 21, 2025 | Anxiety, Depression, Self Care, Trauma
Emotions are often treated as fleeting, irrational, or something to be controlled. We’re told to calm down, move on, or not take things so personally. But emotions aren’t random interruptions to logic, they are sophisticated biological processes designed to help us...
by Megan Hall | Oct 31, 2025 | Anxiety, Love, Relationships, Trauma, Women
As therapist and author Anne Katherine (2000) puts it, boundaries are “limits that promote integrity.” They’re not about shutting people out or telling others what to do, they’re about protecting your peace, values, and energy. Nedra Glover Tawwab (2021), author of...
by Megan Hall | Oct 8, 2025 | Anxiety, Depression, Trauma
We all carry beliefs about ourselves, others, and the world. Some are helpful: “I can handle hard things” while others sabotage our confidence, relationships, or goals. These are negative beliefs are deep, often unconscious convictions like “I’m not enough,” “I always...
