January 31st, 2008
Visualize. Find motivation. Avoid exaggeration. And take it one day at a time.
These are all suggestions author Stanley Popovich offers to anyone trying to overcome a fearful and scary situation.
Read on and let us know what you think of his tips, as well as what tips you’ve found to work best for you!
How to Overcome […]
By Alicia Sparks, Mental Health Notes -- 2 comments
January 28th, 2008
“This one thing I do: forgetting what lies behind I press forward to what lies ahead” (Philippians 3:13).
I know religion - or lack thereof - varies among you Mental Health Notes readers. I am not a religious person, per se, but I do believe in God and, on my better days, consider myself a Christian.
With […]
By Alicia Sparks, Mental Health Notes -- 0 comments
January 17th, 2008
It’s Thursday again, and I hope you’re ready for another word of advice from Stan Popovich!
Today, Stan instructs us on “Finding Those Techniques That Will Manage Your Anxieties.” As you read the article, think about the techniques you already use to help manage your anxieties. How similar to or different than Stan’s suggestions? Do your […]
By Alicia Sparks, Mental Health Notes -- 4 comments
January 16th, 2008
Are any of you familiar with Video Jug? I’ve visited this Web site several times over the past couple of years. The Web site’s slogan is “Life Explained. On Film,” and this morning I started wondering what kind of explanations any of the filmmakers may have for mental health-related areas of life.
I didn’t have to […]
By Alicia Sparks, Mental Health Notes -- 0 comments
January 10th, 2008
It’s Thursday again, which means it’s time for another inside look at mental health matters with Stan Popovich.
This week, Stan gives us “Never Lose Hope in Dealing with Your Fears and Depression,” in which he points out the importance of the unexpected, challenges us to challenge negative thinking, and even gives tips on how to […]
By Alicia Sparks, Mental Health Notes -- 6 comments
January 8th, 2008
It’s that time of the month again, folks - no, not that time. Theme day time here at b5media’s Science & Health Channel! Our theme this month revolves around resolutions, and for the past month I’ve been sitting on the perfect New Year’s resolution for all of us.
Now, before you hit me with an eye […]
By Alicia Sparks, Mental Health Notes -- 10 comments
January 3rd, 2008
Last Thursday, he helped us face the fear and anxiety of the unknown. This week, Stanley Popovich discusses the situation of having someone you know struggle with fear and anxiety.
When Someone You Know Struggles with Fear and Anxiety
By: Stanley Popovich
What do you do when someone you know has to deal with persistent fears, anxieties, or […]
By Alicia Sparks, Mental Health Notes -- 3 comments
January 2nd, 2008
Monday I referred to Scott Wharton’s post about holiday guilt, and invited you all to take a look at the guilt you’re carrying around and the effects it’s having on your mental health, as well as to start preparing yourself for getting rid of that guilt.
Today, I want to offer some suggestions on how to […]
By Alicia Sparks, Mental Health Notes -- 4 comments
December 20th, 2007
Time for another installment from Stanley Popovich!
(Remember, as always, feel free to chime in with your thoughts and opinions regarding the article!)
Managing the Fear of Loneliness
By Stanley Popovich
Sometime or another we will experience a time when we are alone. The first step is to become comfortable with yourself and having the self-confidence that you will […]
By Alicia Sparks, Mental Health Notes -- 5 comments
December 6th, 2007
Stan Popovich, author of A Layman’s Guide to Managing Fear Using Psychology, Christianity and Non Resistant Methods, has submitted a variety of articles regarding fear management that he and I would both like featured here at Mental Health Notes. So, one day a week for the next six weeks, you’ll get to read Stan’s take […]
By Alicia Sparks, Mental Health Notes -- 5 comments
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