Mindset Archives | Samantha Ruth

My Dad Always Wanted a Boy

Post published:June 18, 2020
Post category:Emotional Health Mindset My Journey Relationships Self Esteem Support Teenagers

My dad always wanted a boy. I’ve been aware of this fact my entire life. Maybe it’s the reason I’m a tomboy. It certainly isn’t a coincidence that I play…

Let’s Talk Truth…Emotional Toxicity

Post published:June 4, 2020
Post category:Emotional Health Ideas Inspiration Mental Health Mindset My Journey Relationships Support

Let’s talk truth. What’s your definition of toxic? I initially think of chemicals. But there’s emotional toxicity, too. We’ve all dealt with people who blame and deflect instead of just…

High School Seniors Need to Grieve

Post published:May 10, 2020
Post category:Anxiety Grieving Mental Health Mindset Quarantine Support Teenagers

Losing a spouse is traumatic. A tragedy. Losing a spouse unexpectedly has been, let me be honest with you…complete hell. Jim passed at the end of 2017. I’ve been surviving…

21 Positive Affirmations To Improve Mental Health

Post published:March 16, 2020
Post category:Ideas Mindset

Affirmations are phrases that you repeat to yourself over and over. Though incredibly simple in nature, they are powerful tools for improving emotional wellness. Our thoughts greatly influence our lives.…

Tips and Tricks To Hack Mental Health

Post published:November 26, 2018
Post category:Mental Health Mental Illness Mindset

Are you feeling sad all the time with no understanding as to why? Have you wondered why you often feel low on energy or like there’s no purpose for the…

2 Important Life Lessons From The Chinese Bamboo

Post published:March 16, 2017
Post category:Mindset

"Good things come to those who wait." "Nothing good comes easy." "Be patient - it'll be worth the wait." These words of wisdom have guided us for years. We grow…

5 Ways To Love Yourself This Valentine’s Day

Post published:February 10, 2017
Post category:Mindset Self Esteem

Grocery aisles are adorned with chocolates, sweetheart candies, and countless other goodies. Radio stations, billboards, magazines, and television are flooded with advertisements for Valentine's Day specials. Everywhere you look (and…

7 Ways To Ground Yourself

Post published:December 23, 2016
Post category:Emotional Health Mental Health Mindset

In order to give yourself the best shot at happiness and success in the coming year, it's important to stay level and grounded. As your online mental health counselor, I'm…

17 Things To Be Thankful For

Post published:November 23, 2016
Post category:Mindset

Being grateful is one of the best ways to improve your mental health. According to an article in Forbes Magazine, gratitude has been scientifically proven to offer seven distinct benefits:…

November 16th: International Day of Tolerance

Post published:November 11, 2016
Post category:Emotional Health Mindset

We live in a world with literally billions of people - people of countless different cultures, religions, beliefs, values, and experiences. In my opinion, this diversity is something to celebrate.…

The Scary Truth About Mental Health

Post published:October 27, 2016
Post category:Mental Health Mindset

Even though we can't always see it, mental illness is all around us. The father of three amazing, successful adult kids may contemplate taking his life, for example, and the…

Saving Those Who Save Others

Post published:October 11, 2016
Post category:Mental Health Mindset PTSD

Anyone can struggle with mental health, but some people are more likely to develop disorders as a result of their careers. Certain high-stress positions (such as firefighters, police, and other…