Mindful Moments
Your go-to space for practical wellness tips and inspiration, brought to you by The Villij.
Self-care during the Holidays
How do you want to feel this Holiday season? At The Villij, we acknowledge that the holidays look different for everyone. And, one thing is for sure: Everyone needs care this season.
Here are a few self-care reminders during the holiday season.
5 Wellness and Lifestyle Books by Black Women That You Need to Read
As I continue to navigate my inner landscape and do the work required to heal from old wounds, patterns, and triggers, I have found so much knowledge and wisdom in books.
Seven Journal Prompts to Understand and Change Negative Core Beliefs
It can feel really daunting to challenge something we believe as fact or truth, but there is great strength in allowing ourselves to see when something no longer serves us and choose to let that go.
Seeking Therapy When It’s Not Covered By Your Workplace
Finding the right therapist is only half the battle, and most people are having to contend with barriers that prevent access to the help they need. Read on for more accessible therapy options and tips.
How to Cope with Anxiety
In a conversation with qualifying psychotherapist Chantée Dardaine, we discover that the key is not to get over our anxiety but to manage it.
Three Questions to Ask Your Potential Therapist
Meeting a therapist for the first time? Here are three questions to help you feel comfortable and get to know your therapist.
Five Questions For Your Self-Care Inventory
Have you ever done an inventory on your self-care items? Identifying the tools we have will help us understand how we are supporting our needs and improving our well-being.
Unlearning: My Struggles With Anxious Attachment
In a society that inadvertently encourages coldness, detachment and independence, Bissy Waariyo shares her experience with learning about her attachment styles and how she’s using this knowledge to inform her relationships.
Managing Race and Mental Health in the Workplace
Familiar with race & micro-aggressions at work? Here are 7 tips from a psychotherapist on how to manage your mental health in the workplace.
How To Heal From Racial Trauma: A Therapist’s Advice
Experiencing racism also means experiencing racial trauma. Kristin Winchester, a DC-based therapist, offers guidance on how we can begin to heal our racial trauma.