The REST Blog

Perfectionism: Good or Bad?

Perfectionism: Good or Bad?

Is perfectionism a good thing or a bad thing? Some might say you cannot achieve perfection. It can produce many opinions.

Sleep Well, Dream Well

Sleep Well, Dream Well

Are you having one of those nights where sleeping doesn’t come easy? It’s frustrating and confusing why this is happening.

Buzzword, “Boundaries!”

Buzzword, “Boundaries!”

Whether we realize it or not, we all have boundaries that exist no matter if we communicate them or not. However, if we don’t communicate our boundaries then we invite others to cross those boundaries and cause us discomfort.

6 Reasons to Avoid Using Your Insurance for Therapy

6 Reasons to Avoid Using Your Insurance for Therapy

You're ready to start therapy. Now where to start? Most people immediately check their insurance benefits; however, the therapist that is right for you might not be covered. What does that mean? Is that a deal breaker? Should it be?

Life Coach vs. Therapist

Life Coach vs. Therapist

Typically, therapists focus on past and present life challenges. This could be recognizing unconscious triggers toward insecurities and inner problems and helping the client to become less emotionally charged.

HOW YOGA TREATS TRAUMA

HOW YOGA TREATS TRAUMA

The mental part of yoga as well as the physical aspect of yoga is incredibly good for stress. Research have shown that exercise helps mental health by regulating our levels of cortisol- the steroid hormone responsible for regulating stress in our bodies.

Imposter Syndrome

Imposter Syndrome

Imposter syndrome can feel like... an inability to accept accomplishments and then internalize that nothing was achieved. A person feels like a fraud and not competent enough.

5 SIGNS IT IS TIME FOR COUPLES COUNSELING

5 SIGNS IT IS TIME FOR COUPLES COUNSELING

Is your relationship taking a toll on you? Are you struggling to connect with your partner? Does the idea of working on your relationship make you feel exhausted? You are not alone.

HELPING HEALTHCARE WORKERS MANAGE STRESS AND PREVENT BURNOUT

HELPING HEALTHCARE WORKERS MANAGE STRESS AND PREVENT BURNOUT

As healthcare workers must care and provide for others, their own wellbeing becomes a concern. Roslan et al. (2022) claimed the importance of physicians having mental resiliency in their line of work to overcome mental health challenges, stress, burnout, and other damaging wellbeing concerns.

THE IMPACTS OF THE PANDEMIC CAN FEEL LIKE GRIEF...

THE IMPACTS OF THE PANDEMIC CAN FEEL LIKE GRIEF...

Wherever you are in the world, this pandemic has probably impacted your life in one way or another. Socially, culturally, and individually, the pandemic has changed an aspect of your life. Maybe your role in the family has changed.

HIGH PERFORMANCE & BUILDING RESILIENCE

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HIGH PERFORMANCE & BUILDING RESILIENCE

What do you think of when you hear the word, high performer? It is someone motivated by success and achievement or someone that is under high pressure to perform at their top excellence.