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stress

5 Effective Stress Management Tips

July 12, 2021
The Nystrom & Associates provider consulted for this article is Andy Huys, Outpatient Therapist, MA, LADC, LPCC (c).  Stress can build up on your commute, at work, and in your relationships. Some stress is natural, however, letting it continue without giving yourself a break is not. It’s important to learn how to effectively manage...
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self-esteem

How to Build Your Self-Esteem

June 28, 2021
The Nystrom & Associates provider consulted for this article is Melissa Nikovics, MA, LPCC, Outpatient Therapist.  Whether you’re aware of it or not, your self-esteem heavily impacts your life. It influences your relationships, decision-making, and plays a role in your motivation and overall wellbeing. Having low self-esteem is not a character trait; it can...
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meditation mental health

3 Ways Meditation Helps Your Mental Health

June 11, 2021
The Nystrom & Associates provider consulted for this article is Holly Oachs, MA, Outpatient Therapist.   Meditation is an ancient practice of cultivating inner peace. People have been meditating for thousands of years to cope with stress and train their attention. Meditation can be different for everyone depending on your journey and what works best...
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reset your mindset

How to Reset Your Mindset

March 29, 2021
The Nystrom & Associates provider consulted for this article is Travis Quinlan, MSW, LICSW, Dialectical Behavior Therapy Team Lead.   It’s perfectly okay to feel like you need to reset your mindset. We’ve all been there. Maybe it’s a lack of motivation, a sense of unproductivity, or you feel like you’re in a rut....
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ways to move forward

Ways To Move Forward When You Feel Stuck

December 24, 2020
The Nystrom & Associates provider consulted for this article is Alissa Christenson, MA, Psychotherapist and DBT Therapist. When you feel stuck, life can seem like it's filtered through a pair of foggy lenses. Your mind may keep drifting to the past, which limits your hope for the future and inhibits your...
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Improve your mood

5 Quick Ways to Improve Your Mood

November 23, 2020
The Nystrom & Associates provider consulted for this article is Nadia Fischer-Danzeisen, BS, LADC, Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor.  It’s normal for our mood and emotions to fluctuate, but there are certain tips we can keep in our back pocket for when we need them. Here are five quick ways to improve your mood:  1. Change Your Surroundings Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor at Nystrom & Associates, Nadia...
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