Inspirational Quotes
Words of Wisdom from the Brave People of Day Hospital
Words of Wisdom from the Brave People of Day Hospital
Words of Wisdom from the Brave People of Day Hospital
Here are a few of the amazing words of wisdom and learnings from some of the bravest people I have ever had the privilege to meet (If different original sources, unknown). Thank you for being vulnerable and helping others by sharing. I tried to honor your kindness by naming my blog entries with these quotes.
- "Struggle does not equal weakness."
- "You're bruised, not broken".
- "Practice makes progress" or "It's practice, not perfection."
- "If you can believe in Santa Claus for like 8 years, you can believe in yourself for like 5 Minutes." (Online, Anonymous)
- "Give yourself permission to fall apart, that can be a kindness to yourself."
- "Learning is a gift, even when pain is your teacher."
- "Our bodies response to stressors may be a solution that comes at a price."
- Stop and look at the situation through a self compassionate lens- what does this new perspective show you?"
- "Rational thinking requires emotional awareness."
Learnings from the Day Hospital Program
Words of Wisdom from the Brave People of Day Hospital
Words of Wisdom from the Brave People of Day Hospital
Here are some important and useful learnings or take-a-ways from the Day Hospital Program and Day Hospital Workbook. These little thoughts helped me find my way through the darkness.
- "There is a difference between taking a healthy break versus taking a break that becomes a lifestyle." (Behavioral Activation)
- "You do not have to apologize for saying no." (Boundaries)
- Low Self Esteem = Loose Boundaries. (Boundaries)
- "When you are in flight/fight mode, creativity is turned off." (Creativity)
- "Pay attention to the underlying rules of how we relate to ourselves." (Discussion on Core Beliefs and Shame Based Family Rules)
- "Shame can help us identify what is important to us and what we value." (Coping with Shame)
- "I am just looking for the next right answer." (Dewitt Jones)
- Reframe thoughts on selfcare to "what would I say to someone I care about." (Creating a Life Worth living)
- You do not need to ask permission or get approval for selfcare. (Creating a Life Worth living)
- Size daily goals for where you are at (mentally, emotionally, physically, spiritually)- Best of Times versus Worst of Times. (Creating a Life Worth living)
- Greater chance to achieve goals if set as something you want to achieve versus something you don't want to do." (Goal Setting)