Connecting Heals, LLC

Connecting Heals, LLC Connecting Heals, LLC is a small psychotherapy private practice located in Ann Arbor, Michigan. We p

Pruning isn't failure.Gardeners prune healthy plants, too.Not because the plant is doing something wrong, but to create ...
06/05/2026

Pruning isn't failure.

Gardeners prune healthy plants, too.

Not because the plant is doing something wrong, but to create space for growth, strengthen what's already there, and help energy go where it's needed most.

Sometimes in our own lives, pruning can look like:
• saying no
• protecting time
• stepping back from commitments
• changing expectations
• letting go of things that no longer fit

Doing less isn't always losing something.
Sometimes it's making room.

Disclaimer: Content shared on this page is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for therapy or mental health treatment. If you are experiencing mental health concerns, please reach out to a licensed mental health professional in your area.

Crafting can be more than “just a hobby.”Activities like crocheting, coloring, painting, collaging, or building somethin...
06/03/2026

Crafting can be more than “just a hobby.”

Activities like crocheting, coloring, painting, collaging, or building something with your hands can help create moments of focus, rhythm, creativity, and calm. For many people, these small repetitive movements can feel grounding and soothing during stressful or overwhelming moments.

Sometimes your mind settles when your hands are busy. 🤍

What’s a creative hobby or craft that helps you slow down?

Disclaimer: Content shared on this page is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for therapy or mental health treatment. If you are experiencing mental health concerns, please reach out to a licensed mental health professional in your area.

Opposite Action is a DBT skill that helps us respond to emotions in a way that actually supports us, especially when tho...
05/27/2026

Opposite Action is a DBT skill that helps us respond to emotions in a way that actually supports us, especially when those emotions don't "fit the facts".

Our emotions are real and important. And sometimes, they urge us toward actions like avoiding, withdrawing, shutting down, or lashing out in ways that may not actually help us or align with what we need.

By gently choosing a different response, Opposite Action helps us be more effective in the moment and over time.

Start small. It doesn’t have to be perfect to be helpful.

Disclaimer: Content shared on this page is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for therapy or mental health treatment. If you are experiencing mental health concerns, please reach out to a licensed mental health professional in your area.

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Ever notice how fast your mind fills in the blanks?You feel anxious, hurt, or angry, and suddenly your thoughts are tell...
05/24/2026

Ever notice how fast your mind fills in the blanks?

You feel anxious, hurt, or angry, and suddenly your thoughts are telling a full story about why. But those stories aren’t always grounded in facts.

That’s where the DBT skill “Check the Facts” comes in.

Before reacting, take a moment to slow down and ask:
What actually happened?
What am I assuming?
Is there another possible explanation?

This step matters because it helps you decide what to do next.

If your emotion fits the facts, it makes sense to honor it.
If it doesn’t, that’s when you can use skills like Opposite Action to shift your response.

You don’t have to believe every thought your mind offers.

Disclaimer: Content shared on this page is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for therapy or mental health treatment. If you are experiencing mental health concerns, please reach out to a licensed mental health professional in your area.

Bob has a very loud inner critic.For a long time, he’s believed that being hard on himself is what keeps him motivated. ...
05/20/2026

Bob has a very loud inner critic.

For a long time, he’s believed that being hard on himself is what keeps him motivated. That if he just pushes a little more, criticizes a little more, tries a little harder, things will finally feel “good enough.”

But what Bob doesn’t realize is that harsh self-talk doesn’t actually create lasting growth. It tends to create shame. And shame usually makes things heavier, not easier.

People don’t thrive when they’re constantly under attack, even when the voice doing the attacking is their own.

Bob doesn’t need more pressure. He needs more compassion

Disclaimer: Content shared on this page is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for therapy or mental health treatment. If you are experiencing mental health concerns, please reach out to a licensed mental health professional in your area.

Not every walk needs a goal, a podcast, or a step count.Sometimes there’s value in moving slowly, noticing your surround...
05/17/2026

Not every walk needs a goal, a podcast, or a step count.

Sometimes there’s value in moving slowly, noticing your surroundings, and letting your mind wander a little. Unstructured walks can help create space for stress relief, reflection, creativity, and nervous system regulation.

Sometimes wandering is enough. 🤍

What’s something you tend to notice when you slow down on a walk?

Disclaimer: Content shared on this page is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for therapy or mental health treatment. If you are experiencing mental health concerns, please reach out to a licensed mental health professional in your area.

Play isn’t just for children, adults need it too.Moments of play can help reduce stress, support connection, encourage c...
05/15/2026

Play isn’t just for children, adults need it too.

Moments of play can help reduce stress, support connection, encourage creativity, and give our nervous systems a break from constant productivity and pressure. Sometimes play looks like games, crafting, dancing in the kitchen, being silly with friends, or doing something just because it’s fun.

Play is part of wellness, too. 🤍

What felt playful to you as a child that you still enjoy now?

Disclaimer: Content shared on this page is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for therapy or mental health treatment. If you are experiencing mental health concerns, please reach out to a licensed mental health professional in your area.

You can never have too many examples of boundaries, especially because they can show up in so many small, everyday ways....
05/10/2026

You can never have too many examples of boundaries, especially because they can show up in so many small, everyday ways.

Setting boundaries isn’t always easy, especially if you’re used to being the one who says yes, keeps the peace, or puts others first. It can feel uncomfortable, guilt-inducing, or even a little scary at first.

But here’s the truth: boundaries aren’t about pushing people away, they’re about taking care of yourself. They help protect your time, your energy, and your emotional well-being. And you’re allowed to have that.

You’re allowed to say no without overexplaining.
You’re allowed to ask for space.
You’re allowed to change your mind.
You’re allowed to prioritize your needs.

Boundaries are a skill, and like any skill, they take practice. Start small. Be gentle with yourself. And remember: choosing yourself doesn’t make you selfish, it means your needs matter too.

Disclaimer: Content shared on this page is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for therapy or mental health treatment. If you are experiencing mental health concerns, please reach out to a licensed mental health professional in your area.

When our emotions feel intense, it can be hard to pause before reacting.The DBT STOP skill is a simple way to slow down ...
05/05/2026

When our emotions feel intense, it can be hard to pause before reacting.

The DBT STOP skill is a simple way to slow down just enough to respond instead of react:

S — Stop (pause, even for a moment)
T — Take a step back (don’t act immediately)
O — Observe (what am I feeling? what’s happening in my body?)
P — Proceed mindfully (choose your next step with intention)

You might notice you need this skill when emotions feel fast, overwhelming, or hard to control, like the urge to react immediately, say something you might regret, shut down, or act on impulse.

This doesn’t make the feeling disappear, but it can help you feel less swept away by it.

Small pause. Different choices.

Disclaimer: Content shared on this page is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for therapy or mental health treatment. If you are experiencing mental health concerns, please reach out to a licensed mental health professional in your area.

Anger isn’t something to get rid of, it’s something to understand.It can signal that something matters, that a boundary ...
05/03/2026

Anger isn’t something to get rid of, it’s something to understand.

It can signal that something matters, that a boundary was crossed, or that something didn’t feel okay.

At the same time, anger doesn’t have to decide what happens next.

When we slow down enough to notice what it’s pointing to, we have more choice in how we respond.

Disclaimer: Content shared on this page is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for therapy or mental health treatment. If you are experiencing mental health concerns, please reach out to a licensed mental health professional in your area.

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