Defining New Beginnings Counseling, Coaching & Consulting

03/04/2026

03/04/2026

https://www.socialworkers.org/News/Social-Work-Month/Theme-and-Rationale-2026

03/15/2025

The Best way to combat loneliness is to put down your smartphone or other devices regularly and do something you enjoy with family & friends!

03/13/2025

Being lonely is distressing while being alone is rejuvenating.

03/11/2025

When you wake up tomorrow and every other day that you are blessed by God to wake up, remember to...

1. Change the stories that you tell yourself about yourself!
2. You are not broken!
3. Your fear is not your truth!
4. Perfection is a myth. Keep progressing!
5. You are a priority! Act like it!!
6. Schedule a solo trip.
7. Create/Find a safe space for yourself.
8. VENT! We needed.
9. Cry too, as often as necessary!
10. Read a book you can get lost in.

03/09/2025

To honor International Women's Day we would like to remind you to PUT YOURSELF FIRST! Below are some additional self-care activities to incorporate into your life.
7. Have S*x!
1. Drink More Water!
2. Wear Sunscreen Daily! It protects the skin from harmful ultraviolet radiation.
3. Take Time Off: Women are their communities’ leaders, caretakers, and saviors. But even the most incredible people need a physical day off. Take a day off to rest and not work.
4. Take Your Vitamins.
5. Take A Bubble Bath.
6. Take A Nap!
7. Have S*x !
8. Detox From Social Media
9. Say NO and mean it! It’s not selfish, and you have the right to say no to anything.
10. Avoid Toxic People!

03/06/2025

Self-care has often been seen as selfish or some "unnecessary trend" when it is actually your number one responsibility; take care of yourself. Caring for yourself and your needs are important for your overall well-being and enables you to be there for your family and friends when needed. Here are some self-care activities to incorporate into your regular routine.

1. Practice Deep Breathing regularly.
2. Stretch For 10 minutes a day.
3. Listen To Your Body!
4. Turn the music on and dance often!
5. Take Time Off to rest and not work.
6. Go For A Walk.
7. Go To Bed at a regular time as often as you can.
8. Treat Yourself To A Spa Treatment.
9. Spend time Outside!
10. Get To Know Your Body; Intimately! This may sound strange, but many of us hate how our bodies look. Take a mirror and stare at yourself naked. Get to know your body and show appreciation for everything you have.

03/04/2025

When you wake up tomorrow and every other day that you are blessed by God to wake up, please:
1. Prioritize yourself & your needs.
2. Value your inner peace,
3. Spend time with yourself undistracted,
4. Set boundaries for yourself and others &
5. Do the things you love!

03/02/2025

Show yourself some love by changing the stories that you tell yourself about yourself every day!
1. You are not broken
2. Your fear is not your truth
3. Perfection is a myth
4. You are a priority

02/28/2025

MYTH 5: Mental health support is expensive.

FACT: While mental health services can be costly without insurance, help is available. There are many programs available depending on your community. Call 211 for specific information and resources in your area. Also, some providers offer a sliding fee scale for people who meet certain income requirements. So please do not be afraid to call and ask for those rates. Additionally, at Defining New Beginnings we participate in the OPEN PATH COLLECTIVE. It is a nationwide resource offering mental health treatment for a reduced flat rate. Check our link for more information at https://openpathcollective.org/clinicians/danielle-bonner/

02/27/2025

TODAY IN BLACK HISTORY...

Dr. Ruby M. Gourdine (1948 - 2022) was an expert in the Fields of Juvenile Justice, Foster Care, and Adoption. She was a longtime professor at Howard University. She began her career as a probation officer in the Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court of Richmond, Virginia. While there she became interested in issues of race and child welfare. She earned her bachelor’s and doctorate degrees from Howard University and a master's of social work degree from Atlanta University School of Social Work. She has held many important positions, including as a clinician and researcher in juvenile justice, foster care and adoption (child welfare), medical social work, school social work, and social work history. She was honored as a social work pioneer by NASW in 2010 and was selected social worker of the year by the Metro Chapter of NASW in 2000. Her work on behalf of children with disabilities led her to become the State Supervisor for Social Work Services in the D.C. public school system. She passed away on February 1, 2022.

References
https://socialwork.howard.edu/h https://www.mcguire-services.com/obituary/Ruby-Gourdine
https://socialwork.howard.edu/articles/dr-ruby-gourdine-disparities-within-child-welfare-system