December 12, 2021

Mental Health Benefits Of Chamomile Tea

Author By - Debbie Gobin Categories chamomile tea fitness health mental health
Chamomile Tea

Chamomile herb not only has immense benefits as far as Aromatherapy is concerned but has uses when utilised as an ingredient for making tea. It has an extremely soothing odor and the plant has beautiful white flowers as well. There are a lot of physical health benefits of chamomile tea such as treating stomach issues. However, not many people are aware of its profound mental health benefits as well. Before we talk about these benefits, let’s talk about the process of preparing chamomile tea. 

If you want to make chamomile tea at home, you would first have to dry the chamomile flowers. Next, you would have to brew the dried herbs in boiling water and strain the mixture in a cup. Before serving, simply add some honey to complete the procedure. Now, let us discuss the mental benefits of this tea. 

  • Aids Sleep 

Insomnia or not being able to sleep is one of the main symptoms of a number of mental health issues like stress, anxiety, depression, etc. However, studies have shown that if you make it a point to sip on chamomile tea regularly before going to bed, your insomnia is going to disappear and you would experience sound sleep. This happens because chamomile tea is known to contain an antioxidant named apigenin. This is responsible for promoting sleep, thereby relieving your mental illnesses. 

  • Reduces Stress

Stress leads to a lot of negative emotions that can further disturb us. It can lead to restlessness, excessive fear or nervousness, and lack of concentration as well. However, there are a lot of evils in our daily lives that lead to stress. These can range from lack of self-belief, fear of the unknown, overthinking, etc. If you have been facing similar situations, chamomile tea would surely rescue you. Studies have shown that drinking chamomile tea would not only refresh your mind but it would also help you stay away from thoughts and assumptions that might cause stress.

  • Reduces Menstruation Anxiety 

It is known that before menstruation begins and while menstruation, menstruators face a lot of bodily as well as emotional issues. Rising stress levels is one such issue. This mainly happens due to the hormonal imbalance that characterizes the process of menstruation. The anxiety caused can turn out to be extremely problematic for menstruators because it hampers their overall well-being. However, according to experts, menstruators can reduce their levels of anxiety if they consume chamomile tea. Apart from this, chamomile tea is also known to relieve menstrual cramps before and during periods. Thus, chamomile tea is an essential for menstruators. 

December 10, 2021

Vetiver Oil For Aromatherapy

Author By - Asmita Bhattacharjee Categories aromatherapy essential oils meditation mental health therapy vetiver
Vetiver Essential Oil

Vetiver, also known as khus, is an aromatic shrub with a strong scent. It is highly healthy for both physical and emotional health. Chrysopogon zizanioides is its scientific name, and it belongs to the Poaceae family. Vetiver is an important aspect of Ayurveda, and its odor is thought to refresh the mind and senses. Vetiver’s skin and bodily advantages are just as significant as its mental benefits. In this post, we’ll look at how Vetiver is used in aromatherapy and how it can be beneficial to our health. Read along to find out more! 

What Is the Best Way to Use Vetiver? 

It’s perfectly safe to vaporize Vetiver by distilling it for a while because it’s an aromatic ingredient used in aromatherapy. Inhaling the lovely odor of Vetiver after it has been released from an Aromatherapy diffuser is one of the most typical ways to take advantage of this.

Another approach to use Vetiver oil and reap its benefits is to apply it topically. It’s important to keep in mind, though, that you shouldn’t use Vetiver oil alone. It has to be diluted with the help of a carrier oil. Coconut oil and jojoba oil are two oils that can be used as carrier oils. To prepare the oil, combine two drops of Vetiver oil with 10 drops of carrier oil and apply directly to your skin for noticeable results after a few applications. If you’re comfortable with it, you can gradually increase the proportion of Vetiver oil. 

Vetiver can also be used for cosmetics purpose. It must be diluted into a cream or lotion in order to moisturize and hydrate the skin. Furthermore, it aids in the reduction of cuts, wounds, wrinkles, stretch marks, and other skin imperfections, as well as the promotion of an even skin tone. This is possible because of its properties as an antiseptic. Apply it to your skin with a cotton pad on a regular basis for the greatest benefits. This would aid in the removal of clogged pores and any contaminants, hence encouraging collagen synthesis. Collagen is believed to maintain our skin supple and healthy by increasing its elasticity.

December 8, 2021

What Is Dialectical Behavior Therapy?

Author By - Asmita Bhattacharjee Categories DBT fitness health mental health professional help psychotherapy therapy
Practicing Core Mindfulness

Dialectical Behavior Therapy or DBT was initially meant to treat patients with BPD or borderline personality disorder but with time it has been modified to cure certain other mental health disorders as well like PTSD or post-traumatic stress disorder, eating disorders, or substance use disorders. It is a branch of CBT or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and its main goal is to mend the way people view their relationships with the people who surround them, improve the way they communicate and deal with stressful situations, and how they choose to carry themselves in the present time. 

Important Techniques Of Dialectical Behavior Therapy 

  • Distress Tolerance 

This is a way of therapy that allows patients to handle themselves effectively in crises. The key to maintaining sanity is the ability to accept situations and act according to them, without disrupting your mental balance. You would be coached to deal with extremely intense emotions that tend to overpower you. You would learn to stay calm and have a positive attitude, no matter what. Some very important ways of distress tolerance are self-assurance and belief, distraction, and thinking about objects or people who make you feel at peace. 

  • Core Mindfulness 

One very important aspect of DBT is the development of mindfulness in an individual. Practicing mindfulness would enable you to live in the present and experience moments as they come to you. It would help you focus on yourself and your emotions in accordance with whatever happens around you in a way that wouldn’t harm anyone, including yourself. This is a technique that’s capable of preventing impulsive decisions and actions that people subject themselves and others to, as a coping mechanism. 

  • Interpersonal Effectiveness 

More often than not, people face issues in their relationships because they’re unable to speak their hearts out to the other person and showcase their true feelings. They tend to normalize bottling up their emotions to avoid problems. However, this is a very unhealthy way of dealing with problems. Interpersonal effectiveness is a part of DBT that enables individuals to stand up for themselves and express their views while maintaining peace. It would help you respect your own as well as others’ opinions more than you used to. 

  • Emotion Regulation 

This is a way of being able to identify your own emotions and the root causes of those emotions, to regulate them in difficult situations. Once you’re able to recognize and analyze your actions as a reaction to certain emotions, you would be in a better position to deal with them.

December 7, 2021

Different Types Of Psychotherapy

Author By - Asmita Bhattacharjee Categories counseling fitness health mental health professional help psychotherapy therapy
Family Therapy

Psychotherapy is a way of treating mental health by direct communication with the patient. In such psychotherapy sessions, mental health professionals talk to people facing mental health issues such as depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD or post-traumatic stress disorder, schizophrenia, etc. 

These sessions can be done individually, or in groups, if more than one person experiences similar mental health issues. Couple or family mental health sessions are included in this. In this article, we’re going to talk about the different types of psychotherapy. 

  • Interpersonal Therapy 

This therapy format is essential for individuals who face issues as a result of their relationship with their friends and family. In such cases, the psychotherapist would help you develop self-worth and enhance your communication skills. This may help solve personal issues like anxiety, depression, or family problems and doesn’t take a long time for you to notice results. 

  • Psychodynamic Therapy 

The psychotherapist deals with problems and complications that are connected to the patient’s childhood in this type of therapy. More often than not, the root cause of major mental health illnesses is disturbing incidents that have happened in the past, especially in our initial years. Deep-rooted trauma results in several issues experienced in the present time. Such sessions may take up to a few years for proper treatment. 

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy 

We often witness people facing major mental health issues because of misunderstandings and misinterpretations that they experience. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy or CBT is for such people. Experts deal with issues that occur as a result of an incorrect perception of something or someone or the individual himself. The entire point of the treatment is to provide the patient with a new perspective that they haven’t thought about. New views are capable of clearing misunderstandings and that is how CBT works. Another important branch of CBT is Dialectical Behavioral Therapy or DBT. Patients are provided with a new way of looking at themselves and the world at large, alleviating their problems. 

  • Supportive Therapy 

In supportive therapy sessions, the psychotherapist is less of a doctor and more of a guide. They would coach you to tackle your unpleasant thoughts on your own with the help of proper instructions. This would in turn boost your self-confidence and make you believe in your capabilities. Once your confidence is developed, you’ll be able to take care of your problems without regular visits to the therapist. 

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