by Megan Hall | Jan 16, 2026 | Anxiety, Depression, Self Care, Trauma
A Mental Health–Sensitive Perspective on Physical Movement When conversations turn to exercise they’re often framed in rigid, prescriptive ways: Move more. Push harder. Be disciplined. For many people, especially those who have experienced challenges with mental...
by Megan Hall | Jan 16, 2026 | Anxiety, Depression, Self Care, Trauma, Women
Rest and Nervous System Regulation In a culture that prizes productivity and constant activity, rest is often treated as optional or even lazy. For those with histories mental health challenges this messaging can be especially harmful, feeding cycles of guilt,...
by Megan Hall | Dec 21, 2025 | Anxiety, Depression, Self Care, Trauma
Emotions: Energy in Motion The Function of Emotions: More Than Just Feelings 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...
by Megan Hall | Oct 31, 2025 | Anxiety, Relationships, Trauma, Women
What Are Boundaries? Boundaries are the invisible lines that define what’s you (your feelings, time, and energy) and what’s not you. They help you protect your mental health and maintain balanced, respectful relationships. As therapist and author Anne Katherine (2000)...
by Megan Hall | Oct 8, 2025 | Anxiety, Depression, Trauma
Untangling Negative Beliefs: Why We Get Stuck (and How to Shift) We all carry beliefs about ourselves, others, and the world. Some are helpful: “I can handle hard things.” Others quietly sabotage our confidence, relationships, or goals. These are negative beliefs are...
by Megan Hall | Sep 8, 2025 | Anxiety, Relationships, Trauma, Women
The Fawn Response Have you ever found yourself saying “yes” when you really wanted to say “no,” apologizing for things that aren’t your fault, or putting others’ comfort ahead of your own? These are classic signs of the fawn response, one of the ways our nervous...
