AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) — As the new year approaches, certified therapist and relationship coach Dr. Radisha Brown encourages everyone to prioritize mental health and self-care in 2025.
Dr. Brown shared her acronym “CLEAR” to help people reset and refocus.
C – Stop negative self-talk that hurts your confidence and self-esteem.
L – Let go of people and behaviors that no longer serve you.
E – Embrace the new version of yourself.
a – Work with positive and supportive people.
R – Rethink your future and focus on achievable goals.
“We are very keen to get things done and have high expectations,” she said. “And when we fail because we didn’t achieve, we have even more reason to blame ourselves. And we end up in a crazy cycle of self-doubt, pain, shame, and everything else. So even if we fail But please remember that you are human.”
She emphasized the importance of setting firm boundaries and giving yourself space as you work through challenges, especially during the holidays. “You can spend time with the people you like and set your own time limits,” Dr. Brown says. “If you only have 10 minutes to spend with your family, 10 minutes is all you need.”
Dr. Brown explained that true self-care goes beyond spa treatments. This includes exercise, hydration, and decisions that contribute to growth. “True self-care is about understanding the things that bring me joy, that fill my cup, that I enjoy. It’s not just about getting things done, it’s about the small decisions you make every day.”
through her own experienceshe emphasized the importance of healing, finding a supportive community, and letting go of toxic relationships. “Once you’re clear, you stay clear,” Dr. Brown says.
Dr. Brown’s book, Girl, Get Off the Couch, is available wherever books are sold. you can find her facebook, Instagramand TikTok At Dr. Radisha Brown.
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