Self-Care Archives | Tammy Rome, LPC

Broken

by Tammy RomeFebruary 17, 2021 Inspiration, Self-Care0 comments

We’re all guilty of thinking that we can only make an impact when we put our best selves forward. For some of us, that desire to “do our best” can be the very thing that gets in our way.

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Do You Have the Right #Tools2Thrive?

by Tammy RomeMay 1, 2020 Mental Health, Self-Care0 comments

The right #Tools2Thrive can help you prioritize your mental health, build resiliency, help you support others, and guide your journey to mental well-being.

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10 Exercises for Mental Wellness

by Tammy RomeMarch 21, 2020 Anxiety, Inspiration, Mental Health, Self-Care1 comment

Try these daily exercises to maintain mental wellness, make good decisions, and continue to look out for and support each other.

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Truth is the Remedy for Fear

by Tammy RomeMarch 14, 2020 Anxiety, Counseling, Mental Health, Self-Care0 comments

Truth is the remedy. Knowledge — accurate, relevant information — can help us make reasonable decisions in the face of so much unrest.

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Caregiver fatigue & burnout

by Tammy RomeMarch 8, 2013 Depression, Self-Care0 comments

Do you care for someone with chronic migraines? Does it feel as if your life revolves around your sick loved one? Do you experience intense emotions of anger, resentment, or annoyance only to be followed by guilt for having these feelings? Do you struggle with resisting the urge to blame your loved one, especially when you see him or her doing things you believe make the condition worse? A lot...

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Self-care rules the day

by Tammy RomeJune 21, 2016 Chronic Pain, Cluster Headaches, Migraine, Self-Care0 comments

It wasn’t writer’s block — ideas were flowing freely. I’d simply lost my motivation. Burnout was creeping in. A self-care break was desperately needed if I were going to write another word before Independence Day.

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Migraine-proof your summer fun

by Tammy RomeJuly 7, 2016 Migraine, Self-Care2 comments

Summer is full of migraine triggers that threaten to ruin your plans. With a little planning and flexibility, it is possible to have fun and avoid the pain.

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Life Goes On

by Tammy RomeJuly 26, 2016 Self-Care2 comments

Days like today remind me that life goes on, chronic pain or not.

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Tough challenges for a tough fighter

by Tammy RomeApril 9, 2015 Migraine, Self-Care0 comments

Thanks to Botox, I’ve only had 3 Migraine attacks since March 1st and haven’t had a Cluster attack for three months. I should be celebrating, but I’m not.

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Thriving in dreary weather

by Tammy RomeApril 14, 2015 Migraine, Self-Care0 comments

While it’s common knowledge that weather changes can impact both headache disorders and fibromyalgia, it’s not clear what type of weather is the culprit.

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The most elusive comfort food

by Tammy RomeApril 10, 2015 Self-Care0 comments

My mom shows her love making sugary works of art. I’m a horrible cook with no originality One of mom’s specialties has eluded me for years.

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