Allowing Children to be Creative

While testing is important, so is allowing a child to be creative! Let them express themselves in ways that best suit them. It is healthy for their mental and physical health!

Diane Gammon
LivingWithHopeCounseling.com

Painting- A Self- Care Hobby

I have wanted to go to a structured paint lesson for several years. I finally made it to one last night. I was surprised to find that it felt extremely therapeutic and relaxing! I highly recommend it! What is something that you have thought of that would be relaxing and a healthy coping skill for you to do to relax?

Diane Gammon
Living With Hope Counseling
Self Care Smart

Fruit and Veggies Can Help Prevent Disease and Depression

I am so glad that the world is catching on with how important it is to eat an abundance of fruit and vegetables! Not only is it good for our physical health and that it can prevent many diseases, it is also good for our mental health. Eating healthy helps decrease depression and helps to improve your mood!

Ask yourself in what ways you would like to make positive changes with your diet and lifestyle and begin today!

Diane Gammon Arnold
Living With Hope Counseling.com and Self Care Smart.com