The Mind Makeover
Hey, I'm Brandie.
Hey, I'm Brandie.
I am a social worker in the Michigan area with an 8-year scope of practice working with individuals, youth, and families. The Mind Makeover represents the ability to generate creative energy as a healing force for the mind, body, and spirit. It is a figurative mental makeover using visual expressions to reframe negative thought patterns. Through creative expression, you are moving the thoughts and emotions out of your mind and into something constructive. The process can be cathartic and allows you to be proactive in your own...
I hate goodbyes.
I hate goodbyes.
SEPT 28 2022| 5 MINS
By Brandie Janay Sanders
I remember the deep talks, the genuine connections, and the seasons of genuine happiness. I think that’s the hardest part about life and relationships. We connect with people and things that often become just a memory. I hate goodbyes and I’ve never been good at them. I hate goodbyes because I hate losing. I lost friends I would have given my last for over small misunderstandings and miscommunications. I watched people I had parted ways with seemingly moving on with ease, while I struggled to manage the loss long after it had occurred. I would replay situations and battle with regret about what I could have done . . .
Sept 28, 2021 | 4 MINS
Sept 28, 2021 | 4 MINS
turned 28 on the 28th of this month. It's my Golden birthday. So, I'm celebrating by sharing 28 truths that are Golden to me. 1) Self-reflection is the ultimate form of self-care. When you take the time to reflect on why you are the way you are and what influences your decisions, behavior, and attitudes, you. . .
MAY 7, 2021 | 4 MINS
MAY 7, 2021 | 4 MINS
At some point, we have all spent way too long dwelling on something or someone. The mind is powerful and sometimes if we don’t pay enough attention it can cause us to have a very distorted view of ourselves and others. There are several tips and words of advice on how to prevent, minimize or handle overthinking. I think . . .
feb 2, 2021 | 6 MINS
feb 2, 2021 | 6 MINS
Not all introverts are alike. There are different kinds of introverted personalities and before you assume you know us based on our behavior, we want you to understand what kind of introvert we are before writing us off as socially awkward or distant. Social introverts are often just. . .
dec 30, 2020 | 3 MINS
dec 30, 2020 | 3 MINS
The biggest lesson I learned this year was the importance of release. I considered naming this blog let it go… but it didn’t quite describe the message I wanted to share. In fact, I have a bit of a distaste for the phrase “let it go.” It’s almost like telling someone to “get over it.” Which is definitely easier said than done. To me, the release is more than letting something go. . .
2022 The Mind Makeover | Creative Therapy By Brandie Sanders
2022 The Mind Makeover | Creative Therapy By Brandie Sanders