I know that it can be difficult at times to have hope when life can be challenging.


Having hope can just be choosing to focus on the idea that things can and will get better in time.

You can choose to do the best that you can with where you are/ with what you have..............and let go of what you do not have control of.

Having hope is a mind set.

Choose to do what is in your power and to let go and not worry about things that are not in your control.

Be optimistic that things will be okay soon.

Choose to learn from difficult times if possible and to take times of adversity to grow as a person.

When I am going through a difficult time, I say to God, "Use me and grow me with this!"

Choose hope and peace of mind that when you give your life and circumstances over to God that they become His battles and He does not want you to worry! 

Your life matters! 


You are Worthy!

                  A safe place to heal.


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

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

 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...........

 
  

Do you ever feel like you are all alone? 

You can feel like this even surrounded by others! 

Do you ever feel like it is you against the world and that it is just an overwhelming feeling?

    You are not alone in how you feel.

Just know that you can choose to control how these feelings affect you.

You can choose not to let them consume you.

You can choose to demonstrate healthy ways to feel better.

You can:

-reach out to others who are safe and caring
-reach out to a Pastor
-reach out to a counselor
-go to a support group
-attend a small group at a church
-look up community activities such as "Meet Up" to try and make new friends
-PRAY!


-demonstrate healthy self-care behaviors while you are working on reaching out to others

It is also helpful to journal and to get out in nature. 

You can also choose to use this time alone to develop your passions and interests. 

Redefine who you are, what makes you- you!

Choose to find things to enjoy in life instead of focusing on being alone. 

Remember also that you are never truly alone because Christ is always with you. God loves you with an everlasting love. 

Also, try and remember that you are not alone in feeling the way that you do. We were made to be in relationships with others and feeling lonely is natural and normal. 

Just try to demonstrate positive and healthy coping skills and self-care while working on seeking new friendships in healthy ways as well.  


You are Worthy!

A safe place to heal.


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

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

 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...........

 
  

It is easy to get overwhelmed with all of the things that we want to work on in our lives. 


It is extremely overwhelming if we have issues to work through to heal from something. There just doesn't seem to be the mental energy sometimes to tackle it all.

It can be helpful to celebrate small victories as you work toward big changes. After all, tiny bits of progress will add up to BIG RESULTS!

So- keep on working toward positive progress of healing and / or changing habits. Little steps of progress will all add up! 

 
You are Worthy!

A safe place to heal.


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

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

 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...........

 
  

Utilize Exercise To Help Reduce Depression








When you exercise, your body releases chemicals called endorphins. 


 
Endorphins  trigger a positive feeling in the body.

An example is the feeling that follows a run or workout is often described as "euphoric." That feeling, known as a "runner's high," can be accompanied by a positive and energizing outlook on life.

Regular exercise has been proven to:

• Reduce stress
• Ward off anxiety and feelings of depression
• Boost self-esteem
• Improve sleep

 Reference: https://www.webmd.com/depression/guide/exercise-depression#1

Get outside and get some fresh air, vitamin D (sunshine) and exercise! 

You are Worthy!

A safe place to heal.


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

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

 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...........

 
  


 

Give Yourself Grace and Do The Best That You Can 

We are often hard on ourselves when we are not where we want to be in our lives.

While it is good to strive to do better in our lives, we also need to forgive ourselves and give ourselves grace when we stumble.

Part of self-love and self-respect is to give ourselves permission to be less than the best at times.

Try to do the best that you can and then give yourself grace for what is not perfect or your best and try again when you can.


You are Worthy!

A safe place to heal.


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

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

 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...........

 
  


 

Support Group Canceled Tonight Due To Weather

I will reschedule this meeting soon. 
Thank you, Diane  

Hello. I hope that you had a nice Easter!

A lot of the time when we think of what we need to do to heal from something, we think all or nothing. 

I want to encourage you to make note of small victories of healing along the way!

It is not all about the end, the goal, it is about the journey! 

Celebrate small victories that you are making with what you are working on in your life! 

You are Worthy!

A safe place to heal.


CLICK HERE For Living With Hope Counseling Facebook Page AND "LIKE" IT!
 


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

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

 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...........

 
  

“I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live, and everyone who lives and believes in me shall never die. Do you believe this?” (John 11:25-26)

Your Life Matters! 

You are Worthy!

A safe place to heal.


CLICK HERE For Living With Hope Counseling Facebook Page AND "LIKE" IT!
 


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

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

 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...........

 
  

Don't Make Permanent Decisions Based on Temporary Emotions 



When we become emotionally upset, we are more vulnerable. During this state of mind, we are more apt to make decisions that we might not other wise make.

An example is....... taking back someone that you broke up with because they mistreated you- but you are crying and missing their company. 

If you wait even 48 hours and allow your emotions settle, you may be able to look at situations more clearly and choose what is best and healthiest for you.




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    By Diane Davidson 
                               Gammon M.S.
         Clinical Mental Health Counselor 
 
                                                A safe place to heal
 
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

 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...........

 

   

My Healthy and Delicious Brunch!

Quinoa is one of my main foods that I eat because it is a complete protein. 

I add walnuts for more protein, omega -3 healthy fats, amino acid l-arginine which provides vascular benefits and antioxidants for overall optimum health.

I lightly roasted cut up zucchini which are high in antioxidants and vitamins B and C, has anti- flammatory benefits, has potassium and can be helpful to control diabetes. 

Once my zucchini was finished roasting, I threw in some fresh organic kale for some added flavor and nutrients. 
Kale has needed fiber, folate (folacin, folic acid, vitamin B family) and magnesium, vitamins A, C and K. 

It is interesting that cooked kale offers more iron than beef!   
A safe place to heal.


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

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

 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...........