Thanksgiving and the holiday season that follows represents an opportunity to count our blessings and have an attitude of gratitude. But for people experiencing difficult life circumstances and symptoms of depression, this can be a challenge.
Living on autopilot is a type of disassociation, we miss out on the life we could be experiencing without even realizing it. Mindfulness helps restore the balance and feel fully alive.
A healthy inner voice extends loving kindness towards ourselves. It is wise, coaching, guiding, and says the things we need to hear that build and lift us up.