Lifted Counseling & Wellness, PLLC

11/15/2025

Personal growth doesn’t happen in one fell swoop— it happens in the small, consistent changes you choose day after day. Tiny shifts in how you think, respond, and care for yourself eventually stack up into a life that feels lighter, stronger, and more aligned. Keep going. The small things matter.

11/14/2025

It’s rarely one huge decision that transforms your life — it’s the tiny, consistent shifts. Drinking the water. Taking the walk. Saying the kind word. Setting the boundary. Choosing peace over hurry.

Little habits compound. Small choices repeated become big changes lived.
Start with one today.

11/13/2025

You are confined only by the walls you build yourself.

Sometimes our biggest limits aren’t from the world around us — they’re the invisible barriers we’ve built from fear, doubt, or old pain. The good news?

What’s built can also be torn down.

One brave choice, one new thought, one small act of freedom at a time.✨

11/12/2025

11/05/2025

Serving Others Starts with Caring for Yourself

But remember — you don’t have to:

❌ Stay stuck in the past
❌ Push yourself beyond your limits
❌ Ignore your emotions
❌ Sacrifice your health
❌ Overthink everything

Caring for yourself isn’t selfish — it’s necessary.

When you honor your own needs, rest, and boundaries, you can love and serve others more fully, more authentically and more sustainably.

Take a breath. Set healthy limits. Give from a place of abundance, not depletion.

11/03/2025

We All Need Different Things

We all have unique needs — emotionally, mentally, spiritually.

But here’s the truth: no one else can fully figure out what you need.

Don’t wait for someone else to fill your cup, read your mind, or rescue your peace.

Take the time to discover what fuels you, what grounds you, what restores you — and then provide that for yourself.

You are responsible for your own growth, healing, and fulfillment.
Invest in yourself and make it happen. 🌱

10/31/2025

Your mindset matters and you have the power to set your mind!

The way you think shapes the way you speak.
And the way you speak shapes the way you live.

Words have power — over your mood, your relationships, and your outcomes.

Your mindset sets the tone for your day.
Your words set the tone for your life.

10/30/2025

Chronic stress isn’t just “feeling frazzled.” It affects sleep, relationships, emotional well-being, and even physical health. When so many people in our communities are dealing with these pressures, it becomes a shared concern.

Consider your stress level and what you can do to make a change. Here are a few ways you can get started!

10/29/2025

🐱 Happy National Cat Day! 🐱

Did you know your furry friend might be doing more for your mental health than you realize?

Here are just a few of the proven benefits of having a cat:

Lowers stress and anxiety — petting a cat can release calming hormones and reduce cortisol.

Lowers blood pressure and heart rate — their purrs aren’t just cute, they’re therapeutic!

Provides comfort and companionship — cats are wonderful at helping people feel less alone.

Encourages mindfulness — their calm, steady presence invites you to slow down and stay present.

Boosts mood — spending time with your cat can increase serotonin and dopamine (your brain’s “feel-good” chemicals).

Whether they’re curled up beside you or demanding attention at inconvenient times, cats have a quiet way of reminding us to breathe, rest, and enjoy simple moments.

Give your feline friend some extra love today — they’re doing more for your well-being than you know. 🐾

10/28/2025

Each experience in life creates a filter in which we judge future experiences. This can be a good thing, or it can make life really hard. While our trauma is often the consequence of another’s actions, we are responsible for the clean up… I know, not fair, but this is life. As we do the hard work of healing we take our power back, we find hope and can hold peace. When we work towards healing, we can hear, see and feel more of the good things in life without the shadow of our wounds. Keep working, trust the process and give yourself time 🦋

10/27/2025

Fear doesn’t mean “stop.”
It often means you’re standing right at the edge of growth.
Feel it. Breathe through it. Do it anyway. 🌱

10/25/2025

Here are some signs of low self-esteem 💭
– Socially withdrawn
– Difficulty accepting compliments
– Anxiety and emotional turmoil
– Don't trust your own judgment
– Unwillingness to take on challenges

The good news? Self-esteem can be rebuilt — one kind thought, one boundary, and one act of self-respect at a time. 💛