We are set to meet on Tuesday, March 20th for our next miscarriage and infant loss support group. 

This group will start at 7pm and starting next month, they will start at 6pm.

Please text Diane at 615-556-8406 if you would like to attend. 

We will plan to meet every 3rd Tuesday.

Pre-registration is required for each meeting. 

A safe place to heal.



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 By Diane Davidson 
                               Gammon M.S.
         Clinical Mental Health Counselor 
  Diane Davidson Gammon MS is clinically supervised by Michael Loftis LCSW as she pursues  LPC-MHSP licensure.

 Open Full-Time Days - Monday through Saturday
With Evening Appointments
615-556-8406
Email- Diane@LivingWithHopeCounseling.com

Sliding Scale Fee for Individual Counseling Sessions 

Free Support Groups for: Depression, Anxiety, Panic, Hopelessness, Trauma, PTSD, Abuse, and Grief and Loss (Including Miscarriage/ Stillbirth/ Infant loss)

 Have Hope! Renew Health! and...........

  

Creating your own smoothie from scratch can help you loose weight.

From scratch smoothies let you control the ingredients that go into it.

Adding high-fiber foods will help you to feel fuller for a longer period of time.

Adding protein will help you feel full and also help to increase muscle mass.

By making the smoothie yourself you have better control of the sweeteners that go into your drink.  Adding sugar or other sweeteners will increase your calorie intake.

Adding vegetable such as spinach or kale will add fiber but not as many calories.

And best of all, you'll enjoy a smoothie made 100% by you.  

 By a contributing blogger, David Mueller 


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 By Diane Davidson 
                               Gammon M.S.
         Clinical Mental Health Counselor 
  Diane Davidson Gammon MS is clinically supervised by Michael Loftis LCSW as she pursues  LPC-MHSP licensure.

 Open Full-Time Days - Monday through Saturday
With Evening Appointments
615-556-8406
Email- Diane@LivingWithHopeCounseling.com

Sliding Scale Fee for Individual Counseling Sessions 

Free Support Groups for: Depression, Anxiety, Panic, Hopelessness, Trauma, PTSD, Abuse, and Grief and Loss (Including Miscarriage/ Stillbirth/ Infant loss)

 Have Hope! Renew Health! and...........

Taking the time to write about an event and how it has affected you can help "to overcome trauma and manage negative emotions."

In the short-term, expressive writing may stir up negative emotions and moods.

However, studies show that in the long-term, there are health benefits such as a better self image, better emotional health, and better immune health.

Source:  How art and creativity can improve your health

 
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 By Diane Davidson 
                               Gammon M.S.
         Clinical Mental Health Counselor 
  Diane Davidson Gammon MS is clinically supervised by Michael Loftis LCSW as she pursues  LPC-MHSP licensure.

 Open Full-Time Days - Monday through Saturday
With Evening Appointments
615-556-8406
Email- Diane@LivingWithHopeCounseling.com

Sliding Scale Fee for Individual Counseling Sessions 

Free Support Groups for: Depression, Anxiety, Panic, Hopelessness, Trauma, PTSD, Abuse, and Grief and Loss (Including Miscarriage/ Stillbirth/ Infant loss)

 Have Hope! Renew Health! and...........

Children and adults who spend too much time indoors may increase their risk of developing nearsightedness.

Researchers suggest that individuals need to go outside and be exposed to at least 90 minutes a day of natural light. 

People who spend too much time indoors, may increase their risk of developing nearsightedness.

The number of Americans experiencing nearsightedness has increased 25 percent since 1971 in people aged 12 to 54.

Putting aside mobile devices and computers and spending more time outside will help the development of the eyes..... as well as help aid in overall health benefits! 

Source:  Sunlight is healthy for the eyes: Millions of children have compromised eyesight from not getting enough natural light

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 By Diane Davidson 
                               Gammon M.S.
         Clinical Mental Health Counselor
Diane Davidson Gammon MS is clinically supervised by Michael Loftis LCSW as she pursues  LPC-MHSP licensure.

 Open Full-Time Days - Monday through Saturday
With Evening Appointments
615-556-8406
Email- Diane@LivingWithHopeCounseling.com

Sliding Scale Fee for Individual Counseling Sessions 

Free Support Groups for: Depression, Anxiety, Panic, Hopelessness, Trauma, PTSD, Abuse, and Grief and Loss (Including Miscarriage/ Stillbirth/ Infant loss)

 Have Hope! Renew Health! and...........

Free Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Grief Support Group- Tuesday March 6th for adults of all ages.

Pre-screening and pre-registration is required for each meeting.

 Email Diane:
Diane@LivingWithHopeCounseling.com or call or text 615-556-8406 to register or for more information 
   Diane Davidson Gammon MS is clinically supervised by Michael Loftis LCSW as she pursues  LPC-MHSP licensure.

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 By Diane Davidson 
                               Gammon M.S.
         Clinical Mental Health Counselor

 Open Full-Time Days - Monday through Saturday
With Evening Appointments
615-556-8406
Email- Diane@LivingWithHopeCounseling.com

Sliding Scale Fee for Individual Counseling Sessions 

Free Support Groups for: Depression, Anxiety, Panic, Hopelessness, Trauma, PTSD, Abuse, and Grief and Loss (Including Miscarriage/ Stillbirth/ Infant loss)

 Have Hope! Renew Health! and...........

What does it mean to be insane?

Insanity is defined as a legal term for someone who has a mental disorder so severe that he or she is unable to function in a normal psychological manner. 

This term in very controversial with it being used in the legal system in regards to crimes. Some individuals commit crimes and then are not help responsible for their actions if they are deemed to be insane.

The term 'insane' is not used at agencies, hospitals, or as a psychiatric diagnosis.  

Reference- Rosenthal, Howard, Human Services Dictionary, 2003, Brunner-Routledge Publisher

 
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 By Diane Davidson 
                               Gammon M.S.
         Clinical Mental Health Counselor 
  Diane Davidson Gammon MS is clinically supervised by Michael Loftis LCSW as she pursues  LPC-MHSP licensure.

 Open Full-Time Days - Monday through Saturday
With Evening Appointments
615-556-8406
Email- Diane@LivingWithHopeCounseling.com

Sliding Scale Fee for Individual Counseling Sessions 

Free Support Groups for: Depression, Anxiety, Panic, Hopelessness, Trauma, PTSD, Abuse, and Grief and Loss (Including Miscarriage/ Stillbirth/ Infant loss)

 Have Hope! Renew Health! and...........

Free Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Grief Support Group- Tuesday March 6th for adults of all ages.

Pre-screening and pre-registration is required for each meeting.

 Email Diane:
Diane@LivingWithHopeCounseling.com or call or text 615-556-8406 to register or for more information 
   Diane Davidson Gammon MS is clinically supervised by Michael Loftis LCSW as she pursues  LPC-MHSP licensure.

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 By Diane Davidson 
                               Gammon M.S.
         Clinical Mental Health Counselor

 Open Full-Time Days - Monday through Saturday
With Evening Appointments
615-556-8406
Email- Diane@LivingWithHopeCounseling.com

Sliding Scale Fee for Individual Counseling Sessions 

Free Support Groups for: Depression, Anxiety, Panic, Hopelessness, Trauma, PTSD, Abuse, and Grief and Loss (Including Miscarriage/ Stillbirth/ Infant loss)

 Have Hope! Renew Health! and...........

For several years we've heard that sitting at a desk all day is detrimental to your health. It can increase a person's risk of type 2 diabetes and sitting for extended periods increases the risk of death.

This caused a wave of interest in standing desks.

However, a small study of twenty people finds that standing at a desk all day may increase the swelling of lower limbs and a decrease in a person's mental abilities.

Alternatively, researchers suggest that taking time away from your desk and walking is probably a better option.  It gets you active, moving muscles, burning calories, and increases blood flow.

The long and short is that being in one position for extended periods of time is just not healthy.

Source:  There’s a better way to use a standing desk


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                               Gammon M.S.
         Clinical Mental Health Counselor
Diane Davidson Gammon MS is clinically supervised by Michael Loftis LCSW as she pursues  LPC-MHSP licensure.

 Open Full-Time Days - Monday through Saturday
With Evening Appointments
615-556-8406
Email- Diane@LivingWithHopeCounseling.com

Sliding Scale Fee for Individual Counseling Sessions 

Free Support Groups for: Depression, Anxiety, Panic, Hopelessness, Trauma, PTSD, Abuse, and Grief and Loss (Including Miscarriage/ Stillbirth/ Infant loss)

 Have Hope! Renew Health! and...........

 

Eating a diet high in fruit, vegetables, nuts, lean meats, whole grains, and fish is helpful in cutting depression by up to 11 percent.

Researchers found that the diet helped to improve people's mental health and give them a boost in energy.  It also reduced blood pressure and helped people to lose weight.

In contrast, the Western diet is high in sugar and processed foods and is thought to contribute to mental health disorders, weight gain, and various other health problems.

Source:  Eating fruits, vegetables and whole grains slashes depression risk by more than 10%

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   Diane Davidson                              Gammon M.S.
         Clinical Mental Health Counselor

 Open Full-Time Days - Monday through Saturday
With Evening Appointments

615-556-8406

Email- Diane@LivingWithHopeCounseling.com

Sliding Scale Fee for Individual Counseling Sessions 

Free Support Groups for: Depression, Anxiety, Panic, Hopelessness, Trauma, PTSD, Abuse, and Grief and Loss (Including Miscarriage/ Stillbirth/ Infant loss)

Disclaimer- I am not a doctor and I am not giving out medical advice. My blogs are for information and inspirational purposes. Please consult your doctor before starting a new health regimen.

Diane Davidson Gammon MS is clinically supervised by Michael Loftis LCSW as she pursues  LPC-MHSP licensure

Researchers studied the effect of aerobic exercise, such as walking, on older adults who were were at risk of developing Alzheimer's disease.

"[O]lder adults who did aerobic exercise alone showed the most significant improvement in brain function in comparison to those who participated in both aerobic training and strength training exercises."

Researchers also pointed out that regardless the type of exercise, older adults who did do something performed better than those adults who did not exercise at all.

Source:  Go for a brisk walk every day to protect your brain

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   Diane Davidson Gammon M.S.
         Clinical Mental Health Counselor

 Open Full-Time Days - Monday through Saturday
With Evening Appointments

615-556-8406

Email- Diane@LivingWithHopeCounseling.com

Sliding Scale Fee for Individual Counseling Sessions 

Free Support Groups for: Depression, Anxiety, Panic, Hopelessness, Trauma, PTSD, Abuse, and Grief and Loss (Including Miscarriage/ Stillbirth/ Infant loss)

Disclaimer- I am not a doctor and I am not giving out medical advice. My blogs are for information and inspirational purposes. Please consult your doctor before starting a new health regimen.

Diane Davidson Gammon MS is clinically supervised by Michael Loftis LCSW as she pursues  LPC-MHSP licensure