mental wellness Archives - Tabitha Westbrook

How to Be Effective

May 8, 2026 by Tabitha Westbrook

Are You Trying to Be Right — or Actually Effective? The hidden habits that keep us stuck — and the mindful shift that moves us forward. We spend a lot of energy trying to win stuff like arguments and situations. We often have an inner monologue running constantly in our heads. But winning and being […]

Filed Under: Anxiety, Relationships, Trauma, Trauma / PTSD Tagged With: coercive control, complex trauma healing, domestic abuse recovery, healing from trauma, healthy relationships, mental wellness, mindfulness, nervous system regulation

Where Did the Day Go? How to Stop Sleepwalking and Living on Autopilot

March 13, 2026 by Tabitha Westbrook

Living on Autopilot Have you ever driven somewhere familiar — your office, the grocery store, your church — and arrived with absolutely no memory of the trip? One minute you were pulling out of the driveway, and the next you were already parked. Your hands turned the wheel. Your foot hit the brake. You signaled, […]

Filed Under: Resources, Trauma Tagged With: anxiety relief, Christian living, Christian mindfulness, DBT skills, faith and mental health, how to be more present, living on autopilot, mental wellness, mindful connection, mindfulness for Christians, overcoming distraction, personal growth, present moment awareness, stress management, taking every thought captive, The Journey and The Process

The Gift of Self-Compassion: How 10 Minutes a Day Can Transform Your Well-Being

February 12, 2025 by Tabitha Westbrook

Giving Yourself the Gift of Self-Compassion In our busy lives, it’s easy to overlook the importance of taking time for ourselves. But self-compassion—offering ourselves the same kindness and understanding we would give a close friend—can have a powerful impact on our mental and emotional well-being. You can practice self-compassion in just 10 minutes each day. […]

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