Garnetmind Services, Abuja (2026)

03/02/2026

Good afternoon, everyone.

Today's message is simple: how are you really doing?

How are you holding up? I hope you're not struggling too much.

I wish for you to have a strong support system, even if it’s just one person you can talk to.

Reaching out or asking for help does not make you weak.

Remember, it’s a step-by-step process.

Wishing you a wonderful day.

Chisom Grace, Mental Health Therapist

01/02/2026

Welcome to February. 💞

Before the world gets loud with Valentine’s noise, let’s set the tone for the month right now.

This isn't just the month of romance; it is also the month to love yourself deeply.

Real self-worth looks less like indulgence and more like self-respect.
It’s walking away from situations that make you question your value.

It’s speaking to yourself with the same kindness you offer your best friend.

This month, your goal is simple: Be your own validation.

Chisom Grace Mental Health Therapist

Boundaries

29/01/2026

The loudest screams in our homes are often the silent ones.

We grew up hearing and sometimes hearing at home, "What happens in this house, stays in this house." But what happens when the things staying in the house are hurting us?

In many African families, mental health is still a taboo topic to talk about. We label it as a spiritual attack or a sign of weakness. We try to pray away panic attacks and silence depression with expectations of "strength." While I am not trying to play down the prayers at all.

But you cannot heal what you refuse to name.

Silence isn’t protecting our families; it’s destroying them.

Real strength isn’t suffering in silence; it’s having the courage to say, "I am not okay, and I need help."

Be the one to break the cycle that has existed for generations just by acknowledging the truth and being proud of that.

Drop a 🤎 if you are committed to breaking the silence in your circle. Send this to someone who needs to know they aren't alone.

26/01/2026

I know I spoke on this earlier, this is salary Week.

In therapy this week, we talked about the "Emotional Cost of Money."

I had 2 clients last week, a male client describing the physical chest pain he feels when his phone rings, knowing the request from home.

And a female client describing the shame she feels about buying herself a new dress, knowing her siblings are struggling.

This is Black Tax Burnout.

This Monday, I need you to know these:

● Do not be tied to your transaction history.

● Setting a financial boundary is an act of love, for yourself.

● It is okay to save for your own future and not feel guilty.

Breathe deep this week. Secure your own oxygen mask first. 🧡

23/01/2026

If you work all day, give your energy to everyone else, and then stay up until 2 AM scrolling through your phone just to feel a sense of "freedom, you are wrong.

In therapy, we call this revenge bedtime procrastination. It feels like reclaiming your time, but it’s actually stealing your future energy.

Sleep hygiene is non-negotiable. It is the foundation of your mental health house. If the foundation cracks, the house tilts.

If you engage in the above, do these instead before bedtime:

🔴 Tech Down: Blue light mimics the sun. Put the sun away 45 minutes before sleep.

🔴 Brain Dump: Anxious thoughts love the quiet of 3 AM. Get them out of your head and onto paper before you lie down.

🔴 Sip something warm (non-caffeinated). It triggers the parasympathetic nervous system (rest and digest).

You owe it to yourself to protect your peace.

Drop a 💤 if you’re committing to an earlier bedtime tonight.

21/01/2026

We often picture depression as an inability to function. But for the CEO, the Manager, the High-Achiever, depression often wears a suit and a smile.

It’s called High-Functioning Depression, or the "Smiling Depression."

It’s the specific exhaustion that comes from pretending to be okay for 12 hours a day.

Does this sound like you?

👉 Social Withdrawal: You lead people all day, but clocking off and isolating immediately the day is done.

👉 Perfectionism: You leave zero room for error because you feel like one mistake will shatter your self-worth.

👉 The "Fake" Smile: You find yourself "performing" happiness rather than feeling it.

Your output does not determine your worth. Please do not sacrifice your soul to hit your targets.

If you are a leader reading this: It is okay to not be okay. Real strength is vulnerability.

Drop a 🤍 if you needed to hear this today.

Chisom Grace Mental Health Therapist

SelfCare

19/01/2026

Do you feel sad, or do you feel empty?"

They call today "Blue Monday". While the date was invented by a marketing team, the heavy energy you might be feeling is very real.

Depending on where you are located:

The Diaspora: The sun is gone by 4 PM. Your body thinks it’s bedtime at lunchtime.

Abuja: The dust has turned the sky grey. The dryness is exhausting your system.

Stop trying to "hustle" your way out of a chemical dip.

1. Seek the sun, even if it’s hazy or brief.

2. A stagnant body equals a stagnant mind.

3. Make it through the day. That is a victory.

Your "winter blues" are a signal to slow down, not a sign of weakness. The year just started. Do not get burnt out this early.
Be gentle with yourself this week.

Chisom Grace Mental Health Therapist.

abujatherapist

14/01/2026

I know it’s tempting to skip therapy to save money. I know the grind feels more important than the pause.

But I’ve sat with too many high-performers who waited until their bodies pulled the emergency brake. The cost of a "mental health crash" isn't just emotional—it’s financial.

And this Crash includes ER bills, lost wages from medical leave, and missed opportunities.

The maintenance includes managing stress, improving sleep, and enhancing longevity in your career.

You are your business’s most valuable asset. Protect your investment.

Treating yourself isn't an expense; it's an investment in your future success.

12/01/2026

Good evening, friends. You know, growing up, how many of us saw our parents work themselves to the bone without a single complaint?

We called it "resilience". We called it "culture".
But now, we are the workforce.
And we are tired.
Generational trauma often masquerades as "toughness" in the workplace.

It looks like being afraid to ask for a raise because you feel you should be "grateful just to be here

👉🏾 Overworking to prove you belong.
👉🏾 Thinking that stress is a necessary ingredient for success.

You do not have to suffer to be successful.
Breaking the cycle stops with us. It’s okay to log off. It’s okay to say, "I’m at capacity." It’s okay to seek therapy.

Let’s stop passing down stress like a family recipe. Healing looks good on you.

Drop a 🤍 if you are choosing peace this week.

Chisom Grace Mental Health Therapist

10/01/2026

Let’s take a deep breath. 😮‍💨 It’s the start of 2026, and too early in the year to carry heavy financial burdens.

If you feel a knot in your stomach every time your phone rings because you fear a financial request is coming, your body is telling you that a boundary is needed. You do not have to carry the financial weight of the whole family.

Saying "No" does not make you rude. It makes you responsible for your own future.

I am not saying you can not help if you can. But at the same time do not go out on a limb for anyone.

Chisom Grace Mental Health Therapist

07/01/2026

Does this week feel heavier than usual?

You are still experiencing "Post-Holiday Blues", which is actually a Reward Prediction Error.

For 30 days, your brain became accustomed to high rewards (such as cake, family time, gifts, and rest).

Now that the reward creates a gap between what your brain expects (fun) and what it gets (emails/work), it triggers a dip in mood.

✨ Stop the shame spiral. You aren't failing at your resolutions.
✨ Hydrate. Holiday sugar/alcohol dehydrates the brain, causing brain fog.

✨ Move slowly. Gentle walks aid cortisol regulation better than high-intensity cardio right now.

"You cannot bloom all year long. Even the earth takes a winter break."

Chisom Grace Mental Health Therapist

05/01/2026

Does looking at your planner today make your chest tight? 📅

Let’s explore the "Psychology of False Starts." We often expect January 1st to be a magic reset, but habits are resilient and don't follow the calendar.

Feeling anxious? That’s because you’re trying to sprint a marathon.

Instead of quitting:
- Acknowledge the slip: "Okay, I didn't do the thing."
- Drop the judgment: "That doesn't mean I'm lazy."
- Micro-dose: Do the tiniest step today.

Your worth isn’t based on how you start the year. Double-tap if you needed permission to slow down today. ❤️

Once again happy new year, I am Chisom Grace Mental Health Therapist

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