”One who is willing to step away from their own pain to comfort another is a truly selfless soul, and one who has connected to God/Spirit through their own Highest self.”
Wendy Blanchard, MS, CHHC
Author: wendyblanchard044
Author, Mental Health and Wellness Educator, Board Certified Peer Specialist in mental health and substance use disorder, Integrative Nutrition Health Coach
USE YOUR VOICE – LOVE, WENDY
“When you remain quiet to avoid an uncomfortable or difficult conversation, we know that this is a trauma response. This choice takes away your power.
Use your voice. Respond respectfully.”
Wendy Blanchard, MS, CHHC, CPS
LET IT FLOW – LOVE, WENDY
“Resistance training makes the body stronger and builds endurance…And, when we are feeling resistance in our mind, it is a sign that it’s time to re-evaluate, and to ask ourselves what is it that we are being resistant to, and why. Allow your intuition to speak. Listen. Acknowledge.
Resist what does not serve you. This is a strengthening exercise for the mind, and for your spiritual health.
Stay in the flow, and the moment you feel resistance…allow yourself to connect with your truth…and simply let it go. This is your greatest catalyst to self awareness, and creating change.”
Wendy Blanchard, M.S., CHHC
PLENTY OF ROOM FOR OPINION- LOVE, WENDY
“Everyone has their own opinion on any given circumstance. As it should be. When there is a difference of these opinions, we act graciously in expressing ourselves in a compassionate, calm, and empathetic voice being mindful of our tone with others. We need to be careful of the way we conduct ourselves and remember that we are all equals…one.
As we all deserve to be heard, we need to offer an opportunity to others to express their views and reasons, and expect the very same in return. Honor each other and meet each other where we are.
And, although we may not have a meeting of the minds…it is always a choice to “agree to disagree.”
Always take a breath, do not react, ask yourself what is it that is the real underlying trigger, perhaps even a past, unhealed wound…observe your own feelings and emotions, take a break, and then…respond respectfully. Use this as an opportunity to build character and evolve.
Be willing to see the other person as you. Remember…We are all in this together.”
Wendy Blanchard, MS, CHHC, CPS
PUZZLED – LOVE, WENDY
“When we think we have all of the necessary information, and that all of the pieces fit…the Universe pauses our ability to take action so that we may see the truth through a new lens that offers perspective of the authenticity of a situation. When Spirit blocks us from what we think is in our best interest, we may not see it because we are too close…even somewhat blinded by love.
After the pause, we may come to understand the blessing behind the Universe’s interception. Love is not blind, and we must remember to see every piece of the puzzle.
It is then as we look at all of the pieces, separately, and then as one, reality becomes the only truth.
Count your blessings.”
Wendy Blanchard, MS, CHHC
ALONE AND AWAKENED – WENDY BLANCHARD, MS, CHHC
“Alone time is a Divinely planned opportunity for deep soul work and spiritual growth that otherwise would not be experienced. This is the time we are offered to spend with Spirit…where our enlightenment is achieved. Only through this extended period of time is it possible to awaken to our higher self, to achieve self awareness, experience self discovery and spiritual solutions.
When we awaken to our deepest self through Spirit, we learn to take a spiritually aligned action in every behavior that is connected to a thought…serving our own best interest, and that of others.
Savor every alone time moment. It is God’s gift.” – Wendy Blanchard, MS, CHHC
DETAILS – WENDY BLANCHARD, MS, CHHC
“When one pays attention to the details, it speaks to the depth of one’s beautiful heart and loving soul, and their desire to stay connected to love.” Wendy Blanchard, MS, CHHC
HOLISTIC RX -LOVE, WENDY
“God blessed me with a second chance to live after flirting with death seven years ago. I know exactly what I need to thrive in holistic wellness…body, mind and spirit, and I trust nobody else to care for my health and wellness.
God/Spirit lovingly guides me each day, and I’ve achieved and surpassed my expectations of wellness as I follow, with gratitude and humility, my Divinely organized health and wellness prescription.”
Wendy Blanchard, MS, CHHC
LOVE, WENDY
“The more slowly and organically we allow ourselves to know another…the more deeply we become acquainted.
Even after years of a relationship, we may choose to take a step back, slow way down, and start anew as we learn and evolve individually. Then, we can offer each other new and exciting ideas, share to build our intimate friendship, and offer unconditional love that has been our foundation.
The most meaningful moments that we share are found in the small, yet profound details, within gestures of our time, of our friendship, of our love.”
Wendy Blanchard, MS, CHHC
A GLOBAL TRAUMA RESPONSE- WENDY BLANCHARD, MS, CHHC, CPS
Each of us, in our own individual way, is experiencing a response to our current global Pandemic.
And, we all have a right to our response. We are experiencing an impending mental health crisis. Lives, jobs, homes lost. Others paralyzed in fear that disables them from leaving their homes…even for food. Shortages of food and supplies. Loved ones, friends and neighbors succumbing to COVID19…maybe even oneself.
Our children feeling ongoing uncertainty, fear, and many a loss of experiences such as prom, sports and even a graduation ceremony, distance learning which for many is extremely challenging for a variety of reasons, especially if one has learning challenges…all of which occurred in the form of a sucker punch…never saw it coming.
As a mental health educator, holistic health practitioner, and teacher, I am receiving many requests for wellness support and mental health support.
This is always a positive and proactive approach to recovery. As professionals, we don’t have all of the answers, but as for me, I share all that I have in wellness strategies, and practice my training in mental health first aid both for youth, and for adults, as well as suicide safety. And, when I cannot serve the potential clients, and/or family and friends, I refer out to a select few mental health/holistic professionals with whom I collaborate and for whom I have the utmost highest regard.
A trauma response may look like debilitating anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts and behaviors, extreme sadness and excessive worry, and an inability to function in daily living activities… The inability to live, laugh, love, and learn.
if you or a loved one is experiencing any of the above symptoms or anything that mimics these symptoms for two weeks or more, and it is impacting your daily living activities with severe impact so that you may not be eating, eating too much, not sleeping, or sleeping too much, unable to find the joy in anything, excessive fear that causes physical symptoms such as headaches, gastrointestinal symptoms, lethargy, not interacting with loved ones, or self-medicating with drugs or alcohol, I urge you to reach out for support. You can reach out to your primary care physician, and through telemedicine, your local mental health providers, social workers, psychologist, and even peer specialists. There are also some wonderful APPS for anxiety.
in New York State, there is a wonderful online resources and training center that provides an abundance of resources and support for educators, families, students, and community partners.
For this information, visit http://www.mentalhealthednys.org. Also, feel free to email me for information on resources in the Hudson Valley region at WendyBlanchard044@gmail.com. Please put the word RESOURCES in the subject line.
If you are feeling unwell, you are not alone. Please reach out immediately for support. Everyone who has a trauma response to our current situation will experience different symptoms and these symptoms may change as time goes on. Early intervention is key!
With love, blessings and prayers,
Wendy
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