It's okay to not be okay AND It's okay to be okay

Teaching independence to teens is more than just a way to help them become self-sufficient adults—it's also a way to build their confidence, resilience, and critical thinking skills.

You deserve to feel your full range of emotions!

People with high functioning anxiety often feel like they need to be perfect and may put a lot of pressure on themselves to succeed. #yegwellness #anxiety #edmonton #strathearn

People with high functioning anxiety may appear to be highly productive, motivated, and successful on the outside, but on the inside, they may be struggling with self-doubt, perfectionism, and an overwhelming sense of responsibility. #youdeservetherapy #yegwellness #anxieties

Healing from anxiety requires a commitment to self-care and developing healthy coping skills. It's a process, but with time and effort, it is possible to find relief. #feelbetter #abhealth #mentalhealthawareness

BE GENTLE WITH YOURSELF Self-compassion strategies can help individuals with high functioning anxiety manage their symptoms and find moments of peace.

Important reminder

You are so much stronger than you know

"Like when you are cutting veggies and suddenly the thought of cutting your pinky finger off crosses your mind." #intrusivethoughts aligned-minds.com/post/intrusive…

Let this be your reminder that attempting to please everyone or meet everyone's expectations is a futile and exhausting endeavor. Instead, it's healthier and more realistic to focus on being true to ourselves. #yegwellness #selfcare