Mind Blossom

A positive body image can take different forms and may shift across people’s lives. It does not require ongoing self-love as much as self-respect.

Still, I felt like I was walking a thin line, always trying to hide my behaviors from those closest to me.

I’ve often said that I could never visualize life after college. I would sit there and try, but all I
could conjure up was a big question mark. Taunting me. As a visual person, this was alarming. I
had already designed my college dorm room by the time I was 11. So, what did this mean?
Obviously, it meant I had no future.

Fascinatingly, our brains can be stimulated with specific frequencies of music, in a way that supports our emotion regulation and prevents undesired emotions.

And, it’s not just me – decades of mindfulness research support this idea that regular mindfulness practice can result in mental health benefits like reduced stress, better mood, and decreased symptoms of anxiety and depression.

Like many who struggle with eating disorders, my battle with Bulimia began as a means of exerting control but ultimately led to a loss of control. I joined the Navy when I was 18, but my experience with Bulimia didn’t start until around age 30.

Love without understanding is like a compass without direction; it is like offering warmth but in the wrong direction. Understanding enables love to forge a genuine connection. To truly connect and provide meaningful support, we must speak the right language – a mix of love, knowledge, and patience. To support a child, we need to appreciate the source of their struggle and recognize the signs of unique mental health challenges.

While these statistics might be concerning, it’s important to remember that with the right tools, parents and caregivers can play a pivotal role in supporting children and teens who are at risk of developing or have developed an eating disorder.

Approximately one in five women and one in seven men will experience an eating disorder in their lifetime. Most eating disorders develop during the late teens and early adulthood. This makes it a critical stage for peer support and awareness because, If not treated quickly, eating disorders can become long-lasting and life-threatening issues.

Alejandra Viviescas shares her personal experience with anxiety, postpartum depression, and the prevailing stigma around mental health. This heartfelt narrative underscores the vital role of mental health awareness and support in overcoming such challenges.

Introducing our newest team member, Brittany, a licensed social worker who delves deep into the topic of holiday anxiety. Her insightful blog offers a personal perspective and actionable advice. If you or someone you care about wrestles with holiday-related anxiety, this blog is an indispensable resource that you won’t want to miss.

The CEO and Founder of Mind Blossom shares her personal story that inspired her to bring Mind Blossom to life. This story is raw, real and inspiring.