Counseling With A Twist

12/25/2025

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💛Trust the Voice Within

Your energy never lies.
It warns you when something is not good for you, when someone does not add to your life, when a place does not feel welcoming.
It also recognizes what is true, what is light, and what is meant to stay.

Listen to what you feel.
Your body knows, your soul knows, your heart knows.
Intuition is a gift, and when you learn to honor it,
life becomes clearer and your next steps make more sense.

12/09/2025

I know it's scary sometimes to feel like your own thoughts are lying to you, but once you understand that thoughts are just thoughts and they don't have to be true, anxiety loses some of its power 💗

12/04/2025

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12/04/2025

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12/03/2025

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11/27/2025

Yelling at a toddler does more than hurt feelings. It can physically shape the developing brain in ways that make emotional and cognitive difficulties more likely later in life. Key regions such as the prefrontal cortex, hippocampus, and amygdala are especially affected. These areas manage emotional regulation, memory, learning, and the body’s stress response.

When a child is yelled at, their sympathetic nervous system activates survival mode. The brain mirrors this state, creating neural pathways that remain hyper-alert for danger. Repeated exposure to this stress can lead to structural changes, including smaller prefrontal cortex and amygdala volumes and disrupted hippocampus function.

The prefrontal cortex governs impulse control, decision-making, and emotional regulation. The hippocampus is central to forming and storing memories, while the amygdala acts as the brain’s emotional alarm system, particularly for fear and anxiety. Constant stress floods these regions with cortisol and other stress hormones, interfering with normal development.

During early childhood, the brain is rapidly pruning and shaping connections. Chronic stress can prioritize fear-related pathways and reduce circuits needed for calm thinking, focus, and emotional balance.

As a result, children exposed to frequent yelling may struggle to manage emotions, control impulses, or form memories. Long-term studies link harsh verbal parenting to higher risks of anxiety, depression, and emotional instability even in the absence of physical abuse.

11/27/2025

Sour candy can literally help stop a panic attack.

According to mental health experts, the intense flavor acts as a grounding technique—its sharp, jarring taste pulls attention away from overwhelming thoughts and into the immediate physical sensation.

This redirection can help interrupt the cycle of spiraling anxiety, bringing individuals back to the present moment. Additionally, the act of chewing and the surge in saliva production may support the body's calming response, offering a sense of control during distress.

While not a cure or replacement for therapy, this sensory-based strategy can serve as a quick, practical tool in moments of high anxiety. As noted by experts cited by Utah State University, sour candy can be particularly helpful in grounding exercises used during panic attacks. However, they caution that frequent or intense anxiety should always be assessed by a healthcare professional to ensure appropriate long-term care.

Source: Utah State University Extension. (2023). Managing Anxiety with Grounding Techniques.

Al-Ghaili O

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