Invest In Yourself Wellness

02/23/2026

Eating Disorders Awareness Week: Today–March 2

Eating disorders are serious mental health conditions that can affect anyone. Common types include Anorexia Nervosa (restricting food to stay underweight), Bulimia Nervosa (bingeing followed by vomiting or laxatives), Binge Eating Disorder (eating large amounts with loss of control), and ARFID (extremely limited or selective eating not related to body image).

People with eating disorders often experience intense shame, guilt, and distorted body image. Even when goals like a specific weight are reached, dissatisfaction typically remains, reinforcing unhealthy patterns. Awareness, understanding, and early support are key to recovery.

Check out the graphic to learn about ways to support someone who struggles with disordered eating.

02/15/2026

🧠✨ REAL TALK MOMENT ✨🧠

If no one has asked you lately…

How are you really doing?

Not the “I’m fine.”
Not the “Just busy.”
But actually… how’s your heart? 💚

Drop one word in the comments to describe your current mental state 👇
(No explanations needed — just one word.)

You might be surprised how many people feel the same way.

At Invent In Yourself Wellness, we believe healing starts with honesty — and sometimes that begins with a simple check-in.

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02/13/2026

🌿 Self-Care Check-In 🌿
Reminder from Invest In Yourself Wellness ✨
Taking care of yourself isn’t selfish—it’s necessary.

Today’s self-care ideas (pick ONE 💚):
✨ Drink an extra glass of water
✨ Step outside for 5 minutes of fresh air
✨ Put your phone down and stretch
✨ Write down one thing you’re grateful for
✨ Say “no” to something that drains you

💬 Let’s talk:
Which one do you need most today?
Drop the emoji that matches your vibe 👇
💧 = hydration
🌞 = fresh air
🧘 = movement
📝 = journaling
🛑 = boundaries

👉 Tag a friend who needs this reminder, and save this post for later 💞

02/08/2026

February is International Boost Your Self-Esteem Month, making it a meaningful time to reflect on the role self-esteem plays in our lives. Self-esteem is not a fixed trait; it is a lifelong process that begins in childhood and continues to develop across the lifespan. Early experiences—such as feeling loved, valued, and securely attached to caregivers—can significantly influence a person’s sense of self-worth. Over time, additional factors contribute to self-esteem, including personal accomplishments, perceived skills and abilities, relationships, and even the media and social platforms we engage with.

As individuals move through different stages of life, changes in roles, careers, friendships, and family dynamics can either strengthen or challenge self-esteem. Much of this impact depends on how experiences are interpreted and internalized. Factors such as self-criticism, self-compassion, realistic expectations, and patterns of self-talk all play a critical role. Many people may not recognize that persistent negative internal dialogue—such as “I always mess things up” or “I’ll never be good enough”—can significantly undermine self-esteem.

However, by intentionally and consistently reframing thoughts, individuals can positively influence how they feel about themselves. For example, replacing self-critical thoughts with statements such as, “Next time, I will put more time and effort into this. I know I have the skills to succeed, and I can achieve this goal,” allows for growth while fostering confidence and motivation. This type of self-talk is constructive, encouraging, and aligned with personal development.

The accompanying graphic offers additional strategies to support healthy self-esteem and to help foster a more positive sense of self, both for ourselves and for those around us.

02/05/2026

Today is Time to Talk Day. While it’s primarily a UK-based mental health campaign, I love the idea behind it and think it’s still worth honoring as a way to help break the stigma around mental health. The goal is simple: have conversations about mental health. Therapy is where many deeply personal conversations happen, but talking about therapy in general terms still helps normalize it and reminds people it doesn’t have to be taboo. For example, when I have a doctor’s appointment, I don’t share all the details—I just say, “I have a doctor’s appointment tomorrow.” We should treat therapy the same way. Going to therapy is common, especially these days, and something as simple as saying, “I can’t do lunch tomorrow because I have a therapy appointment at noon, but how about dinner?” is a great step toward making mental health care feel normal and accepted.

02/01/2026

01/30/2026

I am pleased to say that I have completed a 48-hour training program and now am a Certified First Responder Counselor! Although I am not new to working with first responders, I feel like this training has opened up my eyes even more to the stress and pressure that they experience and how this can impact their lives and relationships with others. The below is some additional information from my website www.invest-in-yourself-wellness.com

Amy has long been passionate about supporting first responders, recognizing the extraordinary demands they face each day. These professionals routinely operate under intense pressure, endure repeated exposure to traumatic events, and carry a profound sense of responsibility for the safety and well-being of their communities. While their dedication is unwavering, many first responders continue to serve while quietly struggling in their personal lives.

Common challenges may include emotional isolating from family and loved ones, reliance on unhealthy coping strategies such as substance use or excessive spending, difficulty regulating emotions outside of work, and neglect of their physical health. Extended shifts marked by constant hypervigilance and high stress can gradually take a significant toll on both mental and emotional well-being.

Individual therapy plays a vital role in helping first responders process traumatic experiences before they accumulate and symptoms intensify over time. Therapy offers a safe, supportive, and judgment-free space where they can build resilience, develop healthy coping skills, and restore balance—empowering them to continue the meaningful work they love while maintaining their own well-being.

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01/23/2026

Would you say that your job is a source of stress? Spending hours a week in an environment where you feel a great deal of stress can certainly have an impact on your mental health and can negatively impact your home life and relationships, if not managed appropriately. Learning skills, techniques and boundaries can make a huge difference and ultimately make you an overall happier person. Therapy is a great way to start! 586 280-8280.

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