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Take Root Therapy August Newsletter

We investigate what drives a fear of failure, celebrate Black Business Month and help address food insecurity in Lincoln Heights. A Letter From Our Founder   Hi all, I hope you are staying well and finding time to rest. I hope that you have found ways to enjoy the outdoors in the cool of the early mornings or the evenings. And I hope that you…
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Take Root Therapy July Newsletter

We discuss how to manage climate anxiety in a time of environmental crisis, highlight the importance of BIPOC Mental Health Month and examine a few simple ways to live more sustainable lives. A Letter From Our Founder   Hi folks, Another month has come and gone. This month I took some time off. I traveled to visit family, and it was mostly wonderful. There were…
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Take Root Therapy June Newsletter

We explore the benefits of centering joy in difficult times, reflect on the importance of Pride month in light of renewed attacks on the queer community and attempt to find hope in a post-Roe future. A Letter From Our Founder   Hi all, The initial letter I had drafted for you talked about the summer heat and the daily grind. And then Friday’s Supreme Court…
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Take Root Therapy May Newsletter

We discuss the pervasive effects of intergenerational trauma, celebrate AAPI Heritage month and practice self care through movement. A Letter From Our Founder   Hi all, This month’s newsletter is coming to you later than planned, and I trust you will understand why. As a country, we have experienced tragedy after tragedy. It’s a lot to hold, and I will be vulnerable and share that…
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Take Root Therapy April Newsletter

We examine the ways that unmanaged anger can impact our lives, support survivors during Sexual Assault Awareness Month, and celebrate our planet this Earth Day. A Letter From Our Founder   Hi all, I hope this email finds you well. I hope that in the midst of all of the challenges of daily life and all of the larger, global crises, that you are still taking good…
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Take Root Therapy March Newsletter

We take a look at how setting boundaries can be a form of self care, discover what we can learn from this Women’s History Month, and rally support for Ukraine. A Letter From Our Founder   Hi folks, What a month. The Russian invasion of Ukraine started shortly after our last newsletter went out, and the attacks against trans teens and the LGBTQIA+ community have continued…
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Take Root Therapy February Newsletter

We review the various attachment styles and consider how they may impact our relationships, honor Black History Month, and show up for the trans community. A Letter From Our Founder   Hi all, There’s a lot on my mind as I write this letter. I want to wish you a happy belated Valentine’s Day, and remind you to take care of yourself today with love…
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Take Root Therapy January Newsletter

We examine the toll that New Year’s resolutions can have on our self image and offer alternative ways to think about our bodies. A Letter From Our Founder   Hi folks, I hope that 2022 has been treating you well, or as well as possible. I myself have felt a bit more tired than usual. I have often worried that the source of my feeling…
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Take Root Therapy December Newsletter

Doing good and feeling better — we take a look at how giving back to our communities effects our mental and physical health. A Letter From Our Founder   “An overwhelming majority of us come from dysfunctional families in which we were taught we were not okay, where we were shamed, verbally, and/or physically abused, and emotionally neglected even as we were also taught to…
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Take Root Therapy November Newsletter

Grief is a complex emotion- we aim to help you understand and honor all the forms of grief that we’ve experienced during this holiday season. A Letter From Our Founder   Hi all, Here we are, just days from Thanksgiving. We made it through one pandemic holiday season, and now we are quickly entering a second one. While the last 20 months have been challenging for everyone,…
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