Blog — depression

Cognitive Distortions: Overcoming Negative Mind Traps

The way you look at things may be making those things feel worse than they really are. Your view of yourself and the world around you can get distorted by some negative thought patterns that are so common that they have a name: cognitive distortions. 

Learning how to spot cognitive distortions like polarized thinking, overgeneralization, and catastrophizing can lift your mood and help reduce stress, anxiety, and depression. 

Best Journal & Planner Accessories: Markers, Stickers & More

There are many journal accessories (like repositionable tabs, DIY ribbon page bookmarks, no-bleed markers) that can add ease, efficiency, and enjoyment to the use of journals and planners. I purchased and tested several of these items to review them for you and let you know what works and doesn't work. 

Tips for How to Get Vitamin D from the Sun

Vitamin D is the sunshine vitamin, but how do you safely get vitamin D from the sun?

How much sun exposure do you need for healthy levels of vitamin D? Can I get vitamin D from the sun through my windows?

Read on for the answers to your questions and 10 tips to optimize your sun time for vitamin D production.

The Sunshine Vitamin: D3 Benefits, Sources, and Dosage

Vitamin D3 is known for supporting bone and immune health—but it also plays a powerful role in emotional well-being. Research links low vitamin D levels to increased risk of anxiety and depression, while supplementation may help improve mood and stress resilience.

This post explains how vitamin D3 supports your brain and body, the difference between D2 and D3, food sources, and how to get enough safely from the sun and supplements. If you struggle with low mood or anxious thoughts, vitamin D might be a piece of the puzzle.

Omega 3 Fatty Acids for Depression, Anxiety, and More

This research-backed guide explores the powerful mental health benefits of omega-3 fatty acids—especially EPA and DHA—and explains how they impact mood, stress, focus, and more. You’ll also find dosage tips, supplement recommendations, and what to look out for before you buy. Discover how feeding your brain the right fats could change the way you feel.

Learn, Let Go, Lighten Up: Guided Journal for Processing Life

My Learn, Let Go, Lighten Up: Silver Lining Emotional Detox Journal & Workbook can help you process anything that weighs you down, stresses you out, or keeps you stuck so that you can learn from challenging experiences and feel lighter and happier. 

Click Read More to find out how Learn, Let Go, Lighten Up can help you.