C.K. Simms

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Category: Mental Health

  • Navigating Through Seasonal Depression: Insights and Strategies for the Winter Months

    As winter approaches, bringing shorter days and colder nights, many of us find ourselves facing more than just a drop in temperature. Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), or seasonal depression, becomes a reality for numerous individuals, including myself. In this blog, I aim to share insights and strategies to combat this annual challenge, drawing not only… Read more

  • Staying on Budget and Giving Meaningfully: A Guide to Intentional Holiday Gifting

    As the holiday season approaches, there’s an undeniable warmth and excitement in the air. However, amidst the jingles and glitter, there’s a trap many of us fall into – overspending. It’s easy to get carried away with the idea that a perfect holiday equates to extravagant gifts and lavish spending. But let’s pause and rethink… Read more

  • Owning my Truth – Update

    The writer reflects on a turbulent professional year marked by success, challenges and self-discovery. After leading a major product launch, he faced a downturn following his company’s poorly-handled acquisition, leading to a period of confusion. During this professional lull, he realized the importance of separating his identity from his job, started investing, and committed more… Read more

  • Self-Care: A Journey to Rejuvenation

    In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, the concept of self-care often takes a back seat, lost in the cacophony of deadlines, commitments, and social obligations. However, self-care is not just a luxury; it’s a necessity, especially during the weekends when we have the opportunity to pause, reflect, and rejuvenate. Why Self-Care Matters… Read more

  • Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: A Journey to Self-Belief

    As someone who’s walked the tightrope between aspirations and self-doubt, I want to share my journey with imposter syndrome – that pesky feeling that makes you question your accomplishments and worth. Whether you’re a budding author, a leader, or someone striving to make your mark, this is for all of us who’ve ever felt like… Read more

  • Owning my truth!

    For the past several months I have been struggling with an array of ailments.  I have spent a lot of time in therapy and with clinicians.  A culmination of ignorance, wishful thinking, and a false sense of security led me here.  I was not prepared! I guess that the biggest and most ground-breaking element of… Read more

  • Confessions…

    When I was a kid, I battled depression constantly, except I didn’t know what it was.  You see, I was “The Son of a Preacher Man” but without the happy ending.  As I am sure most preachers kids endured the same internal battles to a degree as I did, mine was a little different.  I… Read more

  • Depression. The Sad Truth! Blog Series on Mental Health Part 4

    Roles of Technology **** Cortisone (/ˈkɔrtɨsoʊn/ or /ˈkɔrtɨzoʊn/; 17-hydroxy-11-dehydrocorticosterone) is a 21-carbon steroid hormone. It is one of the main hormones released by the adrenal gland in response to stress.  It elevates blood pressure and prepares the body for a fight or flight response. Has technology rendered you incapable of maintaining your own mental regularity? … Read more

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