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Mental Health

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While women are statistically more likely to be diagnosed with depression, men are more likely to suffer from the physical fallout of unexpressed emotional distress.
#MentalHealth
#Emotion
#MensHealth

[CredoCounselingNL @CredoPsych]

Alexithymia is an inability to identify and describe emotions in oneself. A man experiencing anxiety might sincerely believe he just has a bad stomach ache or a headache, completely missing the root.
#MentalHealth
#MaleEmotions
#Alexithymia

[CredoCounselingNL @CredoPsych]

Men route complex emotions like sadness, vulnerability, or fear into anger or frustration. Instead of saying "I am deeply hurt or lonely," a man’s physiological response manifests as irritability or withdrawal.
#Emotions
#MentalHealth
#MaleEmotions

[CredoCounselingNL @CredoPsych]

This is a common and genuinely difficult dynamic. Focus on emotional regulation, boundaries, and timing—skills that are effective regardless of the underlying cause of the sensitivity.
#CouplesGoals
#MarriageTherapy
#RelationshipAdvice

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A panic attack is like your brain hitting the alarm button for no real reason. You get a rush of fear, your body goes into overdrive, and it can feel overwhelming. It’s uncomfortable, but it’s not dangerous.
#PanicAttack
#MentalHealth
#Anxiety

[CredoCounselingNL @CredoPsych]

A panic attack is when your body suddenly freaks out even though nothing bad is actually happening. Your heart races, breathing gets weird, and you might feel shaky or light-headed. It feels scary, but it passes.
#PanicAttacks
#MentalHealth

[CredoCounselingNL @CredoPsych]

Even pausing 10 seconds can make a difference. When in conflict, when dealing with unexpected circumstances, remember that the tension of the moment will subside eventually.
#Frustration
#MentalHealth
#Pause

[CredoCounselingNL @CredoPsych]

What’s something small that tests your patience lately? Everyone has limits, but you can expand yours. Frustration is normal. Everyone feels it. You can learn to respond with more calm and control.
#MentalHealth
#Frustration

[CredoCounselingNL @CredoPsych]

Continuing in the series...there are good indicators with our behavior and functioning that would give us a clue that work can be the cause of stress. Watch for these symptoms in a duration of time.
#MentalHealth
#Stress
#Burnout

[CredoCounselingNL @CredoPsych]

Following up from emotional signs, these psychological signs, are good indicators that the stress you are enduring could be due to your work.
#MentalHealth
#Burnout
#Stress

[CredoCounselingNL @CredoPsych]

We might all have the occasional bad day at work. That happens from time to time. With the signs of burnout, there is more to it than just a tough day at work. Look for duration of these inner signals.
#MentalHealth
#Burnout
#EmotionsMatter

[CredoCounselingNL @CredoPsych]

Space between feeling/thinking before functioning involves hitting pause. Often times we find ourselves in adrenaline filled interactions. Pausing before reacting allows us to think about our response, perspective, or simply preventing further escalation.
#MentalHealth
#Conflict

[CredoCounselingNL @CredoPsych]

Think of REACTING as impulsive and w/o any direction. Think of RESPONDING as contemplation of the situation, acting w/ intentionality. Space between thoughts/feelings is crucial for self-control, it's often the only element you have control of.
#MentalHealth
#EmotionalRegulation

[CredoCounselingNL @CredoPsych]

Automatic thoughts are mental shortcuts. The brain's way of using less energy by attempting to interpret the situation. However it is based on past experiences. Catching/challenging can prevent impulsivity and distorted thinking.
#MentalHealth
#IntrusiveThoughts

[CredoCounselingNL @CredoPsych]

Sing it with me:
Whats the trigger
Now or the past
Am I tired, hungry, or stressed?

Regulating your own emotions is a trait of emotional intelligence and maturity. When you practice responding instead of reacting, you get stronger.
#MentalHealth
#Emotion
#Regulate

[CredoCounselingNL @CredoPsych]

Pausing creates space between thinking/feeling and acting. Take a few deep breaths, walk away for a minute, or do some counting. Even internally counting to 30 can be helpful.
#MentalHealth
#Emotion
#Thinking

[CredoCounselingNL @CredoPsych]

Processing feelings and thinking about your thoughts BEFORE acting is an important skill that improves decision making. It also is useful in relationships. It is developed and takes time.
#MentalHealth
#Emotions
#Thought

[CredoCounselingNL @CredoPsych]

You do not have to obey your feelings. That is not wise. Space between how you are feeling and how you behave is essential for mental health. Let the mind think about it for a bit.
#OverReacting
#Impulsivity
#MentalHealth

[CredoCounselingNL @CredoPsych]

Feeling discontent in life is not always a sign of something being wrong. When the discontentment persists, this is a sign that perhaps there is something going on. Discontentment, like happiness, is a feeling that is fluid.
#Discontent
#MentalHealth
#UnderstandingYourself

[CredoCounselingNL @CredoPsych]

It is such a benefit for the relationship to give your partner your attention and presence when they are in distress. When it is directed at you, it is especially difficult.
#Marriage
#Couples
#Emotions