self-care — Blog Exploring Mental Health

INTRODUCING THE RAW TALK SHOW

My new show, Raw Talk, is designed for those who are Ready and Willing to face their emotional wounds in an effort to heal. No more suffering in silence.

Trauma, Inter-generational Trauma, Racial Trauma, Self CareMiyume McKinleyJanuary 25, 2021racial trauma, self-care, personal energy account, Black Lives Matter, coping mechanisms, therapy, therapist, trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder, raw talk

LOOKING AT DEPRESSION FROM A DIFFERENT LENS

Often times those diagnosed with clinical depression feel misunderstood, or even shame and guilt as a result of others failing to realize that depression is not a choice. “Many have it worse than you” or “just think happy thoughts so you feel better” or “look at all the good things you got going for you!” are among many of the things those with depression are told. These comments only intensify feelings of depression and guilt for not being able to feel differently.

Trauma, Inter-generational Trauma, Racial Trauma, Self CareMiyume McKinleyDecember 15, 2020racial trauma, self-care, personal energy account, Black Lives Matter, coping mechanisms, therapy, therapist, trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder

PRISONERS OF HOPE PILOT EPISODE FT. MIYUME MCKINLEY

I feature in the pilot episode for Monalisa Johnson’s new show Prisoners of Hope. I was invited on as a guest therapist to assist a mother with the transition of her son coming home from prison.

Trauma, Inter-generational Trauma, Racial Trauma, Self CareMiyume McKinleyNovember 18, 2020racial trauma, self-care, personal energy account, Black Lives Matter, coping mechanisms, therapy, therapist, trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder

COPING WITH EATING DISORDERS DURING THE HOLIDAYS

Food is often a big part of the holidays, but if you struggle with an eating disorder then it can be a time of stress, anxiety, fear, and frustration.⁠ I share tips to make the holidays easier for those who struggle with an eating disorder and their loved ones.

Trauma, Inter-generational Trauma, Racial Trauma, Self CareMiyume McKinleyNovember 16, 2020racial trauma, self-care, personal energy account, Black Lives Matter, coping mechanisms, therapy, therapist, trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder

SETTING HEALTHY BOUNDARIES WITH FAMILY MEMBERS AROUND POLITICS

I share my top tips for setting healthy boundaries when discussing politics with friends and families.

Trauma, Self CareMiyume McKinleyNovember 2, 2020self-care, coping mechanisms, therapy, therapist, trauma, SAD, seasonal affective disorder, seasonal depression, weather, mood, politics, family

HOW TO REDUCE ELECTION ANXIETY

I share my top tips to reduce your election anxiety. There is so much news and coverage out there that it can be overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be.

Trauma, Self CareMiyume McKinleyOctober 30, 2020self-care, coping mechanisms, therapy, therapist, trauma, SAD, seasonal affective disorder, seasonal depression, weather, mood, politics, family

COPING WITH SEASONAL DEPRESSION (SEASONAL AFFECTIVE DISORDER)

I explore seasonal depression (seasonal affective disorders), why it occurs, the symptoms, and what we can do to help relieve them.

Trauma, Self CareMiyume McKinleyOctober 26, 2020self-care, coping mechanisms, therapy, therapist, trauma, SAD, seasonal affective disorder, seasonal depression, weather, mood

FEELING STUCK? WHAT STOPS US FROM REACHING OUR FULL POTENTIAL

I explore what holds up back from achieving our goals and keeps us feeling stuck.

Trauma, Inter-generational Trauma, Racial Trauma, Self CareMiyume McKinleySeptember 16, 2020racial trauma, self-care, personal energy account, Black Lives Matter, coping mechanisms, therapy, therapist, trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder

WHAT TO CONSIDER WHEN SEEKING AN ONLINE THERAPIST

My top tips on what to think about when you’re looking for an online therapist.

Trauma, Inter-generational Trauma, Racial Trauma, Self CareMiyume McKinleySeptember 3, 2020racial trauma, self-care, personal energy account, Black Lives Matter, coping mechanisms, therapy, therapist, trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder

MENTAL HEALTH IN THE WORKPLACE

My top tips on how to tackle mental health in the workplace for employees and employers.

Trauma, Inter-generational Trauma, Racial Trauma, Self CareMiyume McKinleyAugust 25, 2020racial trauma, self-care, personal energy account, Black Lives Matter, coping mechanisms, therapy, therapist, trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder

REASONS YOU SHOULD FORGIVE SOMEONE: PART 2

“Forgiveness is not forgetting. It is letting go of the hurt.” – Unknown. I explore the reasons why it’s important for our own mental health, to forgive and move on.

Trauma, Inter-generational Trauma, Racial Trauma, Self CareMiyume McKinleyAugust 7, 2020racial trauma, self-care, personal energy account, Black Lives Matter, coping mechanisms, therapy, therapist, trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder

DEALING WITH THE STRESS OF SOCIAL MEDIA

My top tips on dealing with the negative impact that social media can have on your mental health.

Trauma, Inter-generational Trauma, Racial Trauma, Self CareMiyume McKinleyAugust 5, 2020racial trauma, self-care, personal energy account, Black Lives Matter, coping mechanisms, therapy, therapist, trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder

HOW I DEAL WITH RACIAL TRAUMA AS A THERAPIST

My coping mechanisms for dealing with symptoms resulting from racial trauma, anxiety and depression in light of the Black Lives Matter protests and the pandemic.

Trauma, Inter-generational Trauma, Racial Trauma, Self CareMiyume McKinleyJuly 22, 2020racial trauma, self-care, personal energy account, Black Lives Matter, coping mechanisms, therapy, therapist, trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder

KEEPING A PERSONAL ENERGY ACCOUNT FOR DEPRESSION

Miyume shares the benefits of a personal energy account and protecting their energy, for people with depression and without.

Self CareMiyume McKinleyJune 14, 2020depression, coping mechanisms, self-care, therapy, personal energy account

REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD FORGIVE SOMEONE: Part 1

Forgiveness is the start of the healing process. Forgiving someone can seem almost impossible, but it can also set you free.

Relationships, Self CareNeon Rocks AgencyJune 10, 2020forgiveness, self-care

HOW TO HEAL AFTER A DIVORCE

Here are my top tips on healing after a divorce.

Trauma, Self CareMiyume McKinleyJune 3, 2020self-care, coping mechanisms, therapy, therapist, trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder, divorce

THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN MENTAL & PHYSICAL HEALTH

The relationship between mental and physical health cannot be ignored. Many don’t realize that our mental health can have huge impacts on our health.

Mental HealthMiyume McKinleyApril 15, 2020mental health, physical health, depression, anxiety, self-care, coping mechanisms, stress, trauma

DEBUNKING MENTAL HEALTH MYTHS

Many individuals do not take their Mental/Emotional Health as seriously as their physical health. Miyume debunks three common myths that keep people from seeking therapy.

Mental HealthMiyume McKinleyFebruary 22, 2020mental health, mental health myths, depression, anxiety, physical health, coping mechanisms, therapy, therapist, trauma, racial trauma, stress, self-care, mens health, women's health, psychologist, counselling

MAINTAINING INTEGRITY DURING FRUSTRATION

How to avoid allowing the opinions, words, or actions of others to cause you to step outside your integrity is extremely powerful.

Miyume McKinleyNovember 28, 2019self-care, mental health, emotional growth, setting boundries, therapy, psychotherapy, anxiety, depression, anger management, coping mechanisms

SHOULD I GO TO THERAPY? WHAT ARE THE SIGNS?

Many individuals wait until they are in crisis to seek therapy however, often there are situations that could be worked through sooner with the help of a therapist.

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