Terrace House

In a year of hard days, this one feels especially good. To matter, to belong, to have access to safety, opportunity, and hope. ALL OF THIS is necessary for our mental health, both collectively and individually. Our house is celebrating this win and all of the possibility that it represents.

Anyone else have that feeling like they've been holding their breath?... Here's our last call to action - if you haven't yet, make sure you get out and vote.

Here’s a tip you can take with you today from one of our therapists, Sam, we know we could certainly use the support! . Remember to breathe. Doing diaphragmatic breathing (this box breathing) helps with anxiety, depression, chronic pain, and high blood pressure. Wild that breath can do so much, huh? . Intentional breathing stimulates the parasympathetic nervous system, which is responsible for calming the body. By turning our attention to our breath, we’re able to focus our ...mind, detach ourself from immediate reactions to thoughts, and embrace our calmer, inner sense of self. . Give it a try and let me know how it works for you! . . . Hear more and connect with Sam over at his page: @iamhuman_counselor See more

Breathe in... . . . The antidote to shame is empathy. I can extend compassion to myself. ... . . . Breathe out... . . . We see you. See more

As long as we're on the topic of being honest with ourselves...