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Karina Pommainville-Odell

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Tag: Confidence

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My Take

How to Set Priorities for Mental Health

July 26, 2023March 12, 2024 I Will Not BE My Mental Illness

Let's look at setting priorities for our mental health: What to do and not do so we can preserve our sanity and maximize energy!

Tagged Confidence, lists, organization, priorities, prioritization, self-awareness1 Comment
My Take

‘No Rest for the Wicked’

October 3, 2022 I Will Not BE My Mental Illness

No rest for the wicked: My current survival guide through insanity.

Tagged Confidence, coping, Motivation, self-acceptance3 Comments
My Take

Acceptance of the Moment

August 13, 2022 I Will Not BE My Mental Illness

Acceptance of the Moment​, my current goals and tips on being in a psych ward!

Tagged acceptance, Confidence, Meditation, Therapy2 Comments
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My Take

Independence and Confidence

May 26, 2022May 31, 2022 I Will Not BE My Mental Illness

Let's take a look at the link between independence and confidence. We can only grow and develop faith in our abilities by DOING.

Tagged autonomy, Confidence, effort, independence2 Comments
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My Take

Overcoming Unhealthy Secrecy

May 15, 2022May 18, 2022 I Will Not BE My Mental Illness

A discussion on overcoming unhealthy secrecy and letting go of shame and regrets. Plus, a personal update on Mia's training as my service dog!

Tagged Confidence, regrets, shameLeave a comment
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My Take

Self-Perpetuating Judgment – A Vicious Cycle

July 30, 2021 I Will Not BE My Mental Illness

Some of my thoughts and discoveries on the future impact of being judged in the past. A vicious cycle that must be broken!

Tagged Confidence, growth, judgment, mental health11 Comments
My Take

Mental Health and Taking Things Personally

April 24, 2021April 24, 2021 I Will Not BE My Mental Illness

Is your mental health being affected by taking things personally? Are you really sensitive? Here are some tips for liberating yourself from perceived and intentional criticism.

Tagged Confidence, mental health, self-assuredness, Taking things personallyLeave a comment
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Mental Health and Exercise

April 21, 2021April 21, 2021 I Will Not BE My Mental Illness

Exercise for mental health and well being - Information on mood enhancement, confidence and tricks to implement exercise!

Tagged American Psychological Association, Confidence, Exercise, mental healthLeave a comment
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Mental Illness and Daring to Try

January 25, 2021January 25, 2021 I Will Not BE My Mental Illness

Mental illness doesn't necessarily equate to stagnancy! I'm here to prove that daring to try can bring surprising greatness and success even in the midst of struggle.

Tagged Beating stagnancy, Confidence, Daring, TryLeave a comment
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Motivational Messages and Cuteness Overload

August 25, 2020March 12, 2024 I Will Not BE My Mental Illness

A hamster in a tube, predator and prey eating out of the same plate, a pampered puppy and encouraging thoughts!

Tagged Confidence, courage, cuteness, motivationalLeave a comment

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