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When Your “Funk” is Persistent
When Your “Funk” is Persistent

Practicing kindness is one of the most direct routes to happiness: Research suggests that kind people tend to be more satisfied with their relationships and with their lives in general. We all have a natural capacity for kindness, but sometimes we don’t take steps to nurture and express this capacity as much as we could.

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Mental Health, Meditations, Grateful, Family, Couples, Best Self, Relationships, MindfulnessShelby Castilemeditation, mindfulness, Self Reflection, Ways to take time for yourself, loving kindness, joy, happiness, pema chodron, kindness, compassionate care, empathy, therapy, therapist in newport beach, anxiety, panic attacks, trauma, divorce, Gratitude and relationships
Misconceptions in Therapy
Misconceptions in Therapy

In my own practice, I see a lot of misconceptions, but especially as they relate to couples’ therapy. Today, I want to dispel a few common misconceptions of couples therapy that I see quite frequently.

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Relationships, Mindfulness, Mental Health, Grateful, Family, Best Self, CouplesShelby CastileShelby Castile, LMFTcouples therapist, therapy newport beach, marriage advice for couples, family therapist, orange county mental health, shelby castile psychotherapy, orange county california couples therapy, therapist, partner communication skills, Nurturing your relationship, Working through relationship insecurity
What To Say If A Loved One Is Struggling With Their Mental Health
What To Say If A Loved One Is Struggling With Their Mental Health

One of the best things you can do to help your loved one is to simply offer up your presence. Lending a non-judgmental ear and being a shoulder to cry can be comforting to someone who may be feeling alone, worried, or depressed. Let that person know you are there for them + available to listen. Show empathy + avoid trying to solve the problem or offering unsolicited advice.

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Mindfulness, Relationships, Grateful, Family, Best Self, Mental HealthShelby CastileShelby Castile, LMFTmental health, mental health awareness, therapy newport beach, family therapist, couples therapist, trauma informed, trauma informed medical care, compassionate care, caring for others, supporting a loved one, shelby castile psychotherapy, orange county california couples therapy, finding balance with psychotherapy, orange county mental health