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NEIL PAREKH'S
LENS ON LIFE BLOG
Thoughts and observations on mental health, technology, social media, photography and more.


The Personal and Community Benefits of Advocacy Work
I knew that my voice could be a tool to make change in the systems that failed me. So that is what I did. I spoke up and I spoke out.
Dawn Helmrich
Jul 23, 2024


Thriving and Surviving by Soaring Beyond the Ashes
My biggest flex and healing skill has been to rise beyond the ashes and soar, while helping others.
Samantha Collier
Jul 23, 2024


Ep. 11 Samantha Collier | Shining Light on Shadows: Surviving and Thriving After Rape and Sexual Abuse
Samantha, Dawn and Neil are all survivors of sexual abuse / rape. They've each used advocacy to not only survive, but to also thrive.
Neil Parekh
Jul 23, 2024


A Candid Conversation With My Daughter About Mental Health
It’s never too early to talk about difficult issues with your child. You may be surprised at how well it goes.
Neil Parekh
Jul 9, 2024


The Negative Self-Talk Started in High School as a Teen; It Continues to This Day
Finding the right way to love yourself should definitely begin between the ages of 13 and 23 and certainty shouldn’t wait until you are 52.
Dawn Helmrich
Jul 8, 2024


Navigating the Rollercoaster; Themes that Teen Girls Explore in Therapy
The years between 13-23 are a whirlwind of emotions, social pressures, and self-discovery; no surprise that many young women seek therapy.
Sara Wilson
Jul 8, 2024


Ep. 10 Sara Wilson, LMFT | Shining Light on Shadows: Teen Girls and Therapy
This episode will focus on teens and young adults ages 13-23. We'll explore the reasons behind teenage mood swings, risky behavior, etc.
Neil Parekh
Jul 8, 2024


“All or Nothing” Thinking Has Not Served Me Well
I’ve thought of mindfulness as being intentional, deliberate and/or calm. I’d never thought of it as the opposite of me.
Neil Parekh
Jun 27, 2024


The Benefits of Mindfulness Over “All-or-Nothing” Thinking
Stay on the path of the middle way with mindfulness, which at its core is: present-moment awareness without judgment.
Ambrose Wilson-Brown
Jun 26, 2024
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