MI Mind Matters

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10/23/2025

🧠 Have You Ever Thought About The Role of Trauma in Relationships? 💬

Trauma doesn’t just live in the past. It often shows up in how we connect, communicate, and trust today.

Unhealed trauma can make relationships feel unpredictable or unsafe, even when they’re healthy. You might notice:
✨ Feeling easily triggered or withdrawn during conflict
✨ Difficulty trusting or setting boundaries
✨ Over-apologizing or fearing abandonment
✨ Taking on a “caretaker” role to avoid rejection

These patterns aren’t flaws, they are protective responses shaped by experiences that once required survival, not connection.

Healing means learning to recognize when trauma is speaking louder than the present moment. With awareness, compassion, and support, new ways of relating become possible. 💛

You deserve relationships where safety, trust, and understanding can grow.

🌿 Mi Mind Matters
🖥️ www.MiMindMatters.com
📍 Offering online therapy across Michigan and in-person in Grand Blanc.

10/23/2025

GHS's Behavioral Health Urgent Care (BHUC) is now providing services at the new location: 1040 W. Bristol Road. Look for the BHUC entrance just past the Welcome Center entrance.

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10/22/2025

Let’s Talk About Burnout.

Burnout doesn’t always announce itself loudly. Sometimes it creeps in quietly. You might find yourself feeling:
• Constantly exhausted, even after resting.
• Detached or unmotivated about things you used to enjoy.
• Irritable or overwhelmed by small tasks.
• Struggling to concentrate or care about work, home, or relationships.

These are signs your mind and body are asking for a pause. Not because you are weak, but because you have been strong for too long.

✨ Remember: Rest isn’t a reward. It is a requirement.
Taking care of yourself isn’t selfish; it’s essential.

If this sounds familiar, you don’t have to face it alone. Talking to a therapist can help you identify what’s draining you and create a path toward balance again.

💬 Learn more or schedule a session:
www.MiMindMatters.com
📍 Serving Michigan via Telehealth

10/21/2025

Self-Care Beyond Bubble Baths 🕯️

Self-care is so much more than candles and bubble baths (though those can help, too).
It’s setting boundaries.

It’s saying no without guilt.
It’s scheduling that therapy session you’ve been putting off.
It’s nourishing your body, getting enough sleep, and giving yourself permission to rest.

Self-care is the practice of taking care of your mind, body, and spirit, not just the reward after burnout.

✨ Ask yourself today: “What do I truly need right now?”

Then honor that answer even if it’s rest, space, or silence.

🧠 Learn more at www.MiMindMatters.com

10/21/2025

So happy for our neighbors downstairs.
They have the cutest stuff. You should definitely check them out!

Real Deals, a new boutique store in Grand Blanc, celebrated its grand opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Reid Road on Thursday.

10/20/2025

🌿 The Importance of Boundaries 🌿

Boundaries are not walls. They are bridges to healthier relationships and self-respect.

They help us protect our time, energy, and emotional well-being, reminding us (and others) what we value most.

Setting boundaries might feel uncomfortable at first, especially if you are used to putting others’ needs before your own. But boundaries aren’t selfish, they are a form of self-care and emotional safety.

💬 Remember:
💡 You are allowed to say no without guilt.
💡 You don’t owe anyone an explanation for taking care of yourself.
💡 Healthy boundaries make space for mutual respect, not resentment.

Creating boundaries is a powerful act of self-compassion and one of the first steps toward emotional healing and balance. 💛

🌐 www.MiMindMatters.com
📍Serving all of Michigan through virtual therapy.

10/20/2025

🌿 Breaking the Stigma of Therapy

For far too long, therapy has been misunderstood. Seeking help has been seen as a sign of weakness. When in truth, it’s one of the strongest things you can do for yourself. 💪

Therapy isn’t about being “broken,” it’s about wanting to grow, heal, and live more fully. It’s about learning healthy ways to cope, communicate, and connect.

Let’s change the conversation.
✨ Therapy is for everyone. Not just those in crisis, but for anyone who wants to better understand themselves.
✨ You don’t need to have it all together to reach out.
✨ Healing starts when we give ourselves permission to seek support.

Let’s keep breaking the stigma. One honest conversation at a time. 💚

📍 Mi Mind Matters
💻 www.MiMindMatters.com
📞 Providing therapy across Michigan

10/19/2025

Stress is a normal part of life but when it starts to feel overwhelming, it’s a sign your mind and body need care, not criticism. 🌿

✨ Take a few moments to pause, breathe, and reset.
✨ Move your body, even gentle movement helps release tension.
✨ Set boundaries to protect your peace.
✨ Connect with people who help you feel safe and supported.
✨ Unplug and give yourself permission to rest.

You’re doing your best and that’s enough. 💚

If stress feels heavy or constant, talking to a therapist can help you learn new ways to manage it and feel more grounded.
📍 Mi Mind Matters | Telehealth Across Michigan
🌐 www.MiMindMatters.com

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10/18/2025

🧠 Anxiety is a natural human response. It is our body’s way of alerting us to potential danger or stress. But when that feeling becomes constant or overwhelming, it can start to interfere with daily life.

Common signs of anxiety may include:
• Racing thoughts or constant worry.
• Trouble sleeping or relaxing.
• Tense muscles or restlessness.
• Difficulty concentrating.
• Physical symptoms like nausea, dizziness, or a racing heart.

Anxiety doesn’t mean you’re weak or “broken.” It means your nervous system is doing its best to protect you, even when the threat isn’t physical. With the right support, tools, and therapy, anxiety can become more manageable, and peace can return to your day-to-day life. 🌼

If you’ve been struggling with anxious thoughts, you’re not alone and help is available.
💬 Reach out today at www.MiMindMatters.com
📍 Serving clients throughout Michigan (telehealth available)

10/14/2025

Ever feel like you’re doing all the things in therapy, but nothing’s really clicking? 🧩
That’s where psychological testing comes in.

Testing takes the guesswork out of your treatment plan—it identifies how your brain actually works, pinpoints strengths, and uncovers what’s holding you back. Whether it’s ADHD, anxiety, mood swings, or burnout, testing helps your therapist create a plan that’s tailored to you—not just trial and error.

Because when you understand why you think, feel, and react the way you do… the treatment finally starts working. 💡

💬 Ready for a plan that actually fits you? Schedule your testing consultation today and we can send your results right to your doctor or therapist you’re already working with!

10/10/2025

🌎💚 World Mental Health Day 💚🌎

Today is a reminder that mental health matters every day, not just when things feel heavy.
This year’s theme is about making mental health a universal human right, because everyone deserves access to support, understanding, and compassion.

Whether you are just beginning your journey, taking a pause to breathe, or showing up for someone else, your effort counts. Healing takes time, courage, and care. 💭✨

Let’s keep breaking the stigma, talking openly, and reminding each other that it’s okay to ask for help.

📞 If you or someone you know is struggling, help is available:
988 - Su***de and Crisis Lifeline (available 24/7)
📞- Call us to schedule an appointment: (616) 894-2234
💻 - Learn more or connect for support: www.MiMindMatters.com
📍Providing therapy and counseling in Grand Blanc and online throughout Michigan.