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Moody Melon Magazine @moodymelonmagazine.bsky.social · 6d

Parenting is love—but it can also feel heavy.
This piece lifts the lid on parenting stress, guilt, and the unseen emotional load so many carry. Worth the read. 👇
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#ParentingStress #MentalHealth #ParentLife #MoodyMelon

When Love Feels Heavy: The Unseen Weight of Parenting Stress

“Enjoy every moment—they grow up so fast.” It’s a phrase every parent hears, and while it's well-meaning, it often overlooks a harsh truth: parenting is exhausting—mentally, physically, and emotional...

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Moody Melon Magazine @moodymelonmagazine.bsky.social · 12d

You don’t need to be in crisis to benefit from therapy.
“It’s Not That Bad… Is It?” explores why therapy helps, even when you're not sure you “need” it.

📖 Read here: www.moodymelon.com/post/it-s-no...

#TherapyIsForEveryone #MentalHealth #MoodyMelon

“It’s Not That Bad… Is It?” Why Therapy Helps—Even When You’re Not Sure You Need It

You’ve probably thought about therapy before. Maybe someone recommended it. Maybe you’ve stared at a counseling website once or twice. Maybe you’ve caught yourself saying, “Other people have it worse—...

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Moody Melon Magazine @moodymelonmagazine.bsky.social · 13d

🛋️ Why become a therapist?
It’s not about fixing people—it’s about sitting with them, witnessing pain, and honoring the human process of healing.

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#MentalHealth #TherapistJourney #HealingInCommunity #MoodyMelon

Why Would Anyone Want to Sit in Pain All Day? The Surprising Reasons People Choose to Become Therapists

Choosing to become a therapist is rarely about money or status. In a world chasing external rewards, therapists choose something else entirely: the chance to step into the intimate, unfiltered, and of...

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Moody Melon Magazine @moodymelonmagazine.bsky.social · Sep 10

You haven’t lost your strength—you just forgot where to look for it.

This new post is for anyone healing from trauma, grief, or burnout. A reminder that your fire is still there, waiting.

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#MentalHealth #TraumaRecovery #Therapy #GriefHealing

Don’t Forget Your Fire: Reclaiming the Strengths You Already Have

Somewhere along the way—between the anxiety, the burnout, the breakup, or the breakdown—it’s easy to forget that you were once someone who could handle hard things. You had resilience, creativity, and...

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Moody Melon Magazine @moodymelonmagazine.bsky.social · Sep 3

Suicide isn’t always visible. It hides in quiet withdrawal and masked smiles.

Awareness means more than knowing the signs—it means asking deeper questions and holding space for real connection.

A powerful read:
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#MentalHealth #SuicideAwareness #YouMatter

The Silence Between the Cracks: What Are We Still Missing About Suicide?

It’s easy to spot a broken arm. A fever. A bleeding wound. But emotional pain doesn’t show up on an X-ray. Every year, millions struggle silently with suicidal thoughts—many of them never saying a wo...

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Moody Melon Magazine @moodymelonmagazine.bsky.social · Aug 30

Gripping onto control for safety? It might be what's keeping you stuck.
Letting go could be the most healing thing you do.

🧠 The Illusion of Control: What Are You Really Holding Onto?
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#Healing #Trauma #LetGo #BlueskyWellness

The Illusion of Control: What Are You Really Holding Onto?

We live in a world that glorifies control. We monitor our calories, track our sleep, plan our careers, and curate our lives online with precision. The message is clear: the more control you have, the ...

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Moody Melon Magazine @moodymelonmagazine.bsky.social · Aug 24

Arguments happen — even in loving homes. But how we help our kids feel safe after the storm matters most. 🌪️❤️

Here's a gentle, trauma-informed guide to rebuilding connection with your child after conflict:
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#parenting #emotions #mentalhealth #traumainformed #repair

When Love Gets Loud: How to Help Your Child Feel Safe After a Heated Argument

No matter how much we love our children, no home is completely free of conflict. Tension rises, voices get loud, and in the heat of a moment, things can be said or done that leave not just the adults ...

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Moody Melon Magazine @moodymelonmagazine.bsky.social · Aug 16

“Living authentically” isn't a free pass to bulldoze others.

This article offers a wise take on what it really means to be real.

🌐 Read: moodymelon.com/post/living-authentically-doesn-t-mean-being-an-ahole-the-misunderstood-art-of-being-real-without-being

#authenticity #mentalhealth

Living Authentically Doesn’t Mean Being an Ahole: The Misunderstood Art of Being Real Without Being Harmful

“I’m just being honest.” “I’m not rude, I’m real.” “I have to put myself first. That’s self-love.” We hear these statements often—in therapy sessions, social media rants, and everyday conversations. ...

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Moody Melon Magazine @moodymelonmagazine.bsky.social · Aug 12

Calm can feel like danger when survival is your baseline. This article reminds us that peace isn’t earned—it’s relearned. Notice the discomfort, breathe, and softly tell yourself: It’s safe to stay.

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#PeaceNotPerfection #NervousSystemHealing

When Calm Feels Uncomfortable: Why Peace Can Feel Like a Threat (and How to Reclaim It)

You finally get what you thought you always wanted: a stable partner, a calm home, no fighting, no drama. Everything is... fine. So why do you feel so unsettled? Why do you want to pick a fight jus...

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Moody Melon Magazine @moodymelonmagazine.bsky.social · Aug 10

You can feel deeply lonely in a relationship—and that doesn’t mean something’s wrong with you.

Read this eye-opening piece on how to reflect, reconnect, or walk away with clarity.

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#LonelyTogether #MentalHealth #TherapyTools

Alone Together: Why You Can Feel Lonely in a Relationship (and What to Do About It)

You’re not alone—at least not technically. You share a home, a bed, maybe even a pet and a future with someone. And yet, there’s a quiet ache. A persistent feeling that you’re emotionally stranded on ...

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Moody Melon Magazine @moodymelonmagazine.bsky.social · Aug 8

Teaching yourself mindfulness doesn’t require an hour—it takes just 5 minutes. Reboot your day with a simple pause, breathe, and be present.
Read how here: www.moodymelon.com/post/the-5-m...
#MindfulPause #WellBeing

The 5-Minute Mindfulness Shift: How a Daily Pause Can Change Everything

You don’t have to sit on a cushion or chant in Sanskrit to practice mindfulness. You don’t need an hour of silence, perfect posture, or a life free of distractions. In fact, you’re already halfway the...

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Moody Melon Magazine @moodymelonmagazine.bsky.social · Aug 3

Unfair things happen. But suffering twice doesn’t have to.
This article dives into how to handle painful emotions without piling on more.

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#DBT #MentalHealth #TherapyTools #Mindfulness

When Life Isn’t Fair: How to Manage the Pain Without Adding More Suffering

You did everything right—and still got passed over. Someone talked down to you, dismissed your contributions, or treated you like your feelings didn’t matter. Whether it’s in the workplace, in family ...

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Moody Melon Magazine @moodymelonmagazine.bsky.social · Aug 1

"More Than Coping" explores how blending DBT, REBT, and psychodynamic therapy helps clients heal trauma—not just cope with it. Learn why therapy integration is often the key to lasting transformation.

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#TherapyIntegration #TraumaHealing #HolisticTherapy

More Than Coping: How Therapy Integration Helps Clients Truly Heal

In the ever-evolving landscape of mental health care, the “one-size-fits-all” approach is rapidly losing ground. Clients are complex, nuanced, and shaped by layers of experience—and nowhere is that mo...

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Moody Melon Magazine @moodymelonmagazine.bsky.social · Jul 27

Leap Year isn’t just about love — it’s about control, avoidance, and the slow work of feeling again.

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#MentalHealth #TherapyThoughts #LeapYear #FeelToHeal #MoodyMelon

Leap Year: Are You Chasing Control or Choosing Connection?

In the 2010 film Leap Year, Anna Brady (played by Amy Adams) is a woman with a clear path and a carefully designed life. She’s polished, organized, and driven — the kind of person who thrives on color...

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Moody Melon Magazine @moodymelonmagazine.bsky.social · Jul 25

Feeling exhausted isn’t a sign of strength—it’s a sign your limits were ignored. 💡

Our new article explores why recognizing boundaries and saying no are essential acts of self-respect and resilience.

Check it out → www.moodymelon.com/post/when-en...

#SelfCare #BurnoutPrevention #MentalHealth

When Enough Is Enough: Why Knowing Your Limits Is the Most Underrated Form of Self-Care

We’ve all heard the phrase “You can’t pour from an empty cup,” but how many of us actually live like we believe it? In a culture that rewards overextending, glorifies the hustle, and treats burnout l...

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Moody Melon Magazine @moodymelonmagazine.bsky.social · Jul 23

Anxiety isn’t the enemy—it’s a signal that something needs care.
Here are 5 small shifts that can help you handle daily overwhelm without burning out:
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#MentalHealth #Mindfulness #SelfCare #MoodyMelon

Anxiety Isn’t the Enemy—It’s a Messenger: 5 Surprisingly Simple Steps to Manage Daily Overwhelm

Most people think anxiety is the enemy—something to fight off, push down, or hide from. But what if we told you anxiety was actually trying to help? Anxiety is your body’s built-in alarm system, tune...

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Moody Melon Magazine @moodymelonmagazine.bsky.social · Jul 19

Your nervous system wasn’t made for inboxes — it was made for trees, wind, and light. Take five minutes outside today and feel the difference. 🌿

📝 Article: www.moodymelon.com/post/your-ne...

#MentalHealth #NatureReset #NervousSystemCare #ForestBathing #GriefAndGrounding

Your Nervous System Misses the Forest: When Was the Last Time You Touched a Tree?

We’ve grown used to cramming every hour of the day with productivity. We get praised for pushing through exhaustion, rewarded for “grinding” — but rarely encouraged to step outside just to breathe. Fo...

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Moody Melon Magazine @moodymelonmagazine.bsky.social · Jul 18

Sometimes losing a job can lead to something unexpected: self-discovery.
This piece explores the quiet growth that happens when the hustle stops.
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#JobLoss #CareerClarity #MentalHealth #GrowthAfterUnemployment

I Lost My Job and Found Myself: A Story of Growth After Unemployment

It took me seven months after college graduation to land my first full-time job. I majored in animation—an extremely competitive field. Having a BA or BFA can make it excruciatingly difficult to find ...

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Moody Melon Magazine @moodymelonmagazine.bsky.social · Jul 14

What if resistance in therapy isn’t sabotage, but self-protection? 💭 This article explores how to gently work through what might be getting in the way of your therapy — with insight, grace, and honesty. 🌱

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#MentalHealth #TherapySupport #TraumaHealing #MoodyMelon

How to Gently Work Through What Might Be Getting in the Way of Your Therapy

Therapy is a powerful tool for healing — but healing isn’t always a smooth road. Sometimes, even when we’re deeply committed to feeling better, certain behaviors, thoughts, or patterns can sneak in an...

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Moody Melon Magazine @moodymelonmagazine.bsky.social · Jul 11

Tantrums aren’t trouble — they’re toddlers learning to feel.
Meltdowns are messy but meaningful, and how we respond shapes emotional health for life.

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#Parenting #EmotionalDevelopment #ToddlerLife

Tiny Tempests: Understanding Toddler Meltdowns and Building Big Emotional Muscles

Every parent or caregiver has experienced it — the piercing scream in the middle of a store, the sudden tears at bedtime, the spaghetti thrown to the floor in a moment of frustration. Toddler meltdown...

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Moody Melon Magazine @moodymelonmagazine.bsky.social · Jul 11

Ever feel like the to-do list is your whole identity? Especially for single parents, overwhelm becomes a lifestyle without us realizing it. This piece dives deep and offers tools to reclaim a breath of peace.

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#MentalHealth #Overwhelm #DBTskills #ParentingTruths

Drowning in the To-Do List: When Overwhelm Becomes a Lifestyle (and How to Start Breathing Again)

Overwhelm isn’t just being “too busy.” It’s the mental, emotional, and physical strain of being responsible for everything — especially when no one else sees how much you’re actually carrying. For sin...

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Moody Melon Magazine @moodymelonmagazine.bsky.social · Jul 5

Ever feel like your emotions are “too much” for the people around you?

You might be facing emotional invalidation.

This article explores how to reclaim your self-respect—and know when it’s time to walk away.

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#MentalHealth #Boundaries

When Love Feels Like a Lie: How to Reclaim Your Self-Respect After Invalidation

You speak your truth. You open your heart. You say, “That hurt me.”And they roll their eyes. Laugh. Tell you you're being too much. If you’ve ever felt invisible in a room full of people who claim to...

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Moody Melon Magazine @moodymelonmagazine.bsky.social · Jul 5

No one coming to save you? You're not broken—you're building.

The Comeback Code shares how to rise from a downward spiral without relying on others. Start small. Reclaim your power.

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#MentalHealth #Resilience

The Comeback Code: How to Rise from a Downward Spiral Without Relying on Anyone

There’s a moment in every downward spiral where everything feels like it’s closing in. Time blurs. Days pass with little memory of what you did, or if you did anything at all. The motivation you once ...

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Moody Melon Magazine @moodymelonmagazine.bsky.social · Jul 2

This article is a love letter to the quiet power of women reclaiming themselves—without needing to be seen, liked, or approved. This is the revolution.

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#NotForDisplay #QuietRevolution #ReclaimYourself #MoodyMelon

Not for Display: The Quiet Revolution of Women Reclaiming Themselves

When I was an undergraduate, I spent a summer interning at a public school in a small Chinese city where my relatives work. I noticed a disturbing trend: the quietest, most reserved girls were often a...

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Moody Melon Magazine @moodymelonmagazine.bsky.social · Jun 29

Struggle isn’t the enemy—it’s the invitation.

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#MentalHealth #TheBeautifulMess #GrowthMindset #BlueskyWriter

The Beautiful Mess: Why Struggle Isn’t the Enemy

There’s a quiet pressure in our world to be okay all the time — to bounce back quickly, to stay positive, to be “fine.” Struggling is often seen as a detour from the life we’re supposed to be living. ...

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