Tonya Narzinsky
Bio
-Bachelors Degree in Psychology from University of South Florida
-Working towards Master's Degree in Psychology
-Dance Instructor, Life Pursuer
-Health, Wellness, & Lifestyle posts
-Working from Wifi
Stories (6/0)
Finding Motivation
Think and reflect back on the past two years and your accomplishments. They can be big and/or small goals that you have completed. If you cannot pin point any specific accomplishments, pick one new goal you’d like to reach. The first step is to define your goals. Keep a list (like a to-do list) on a bulletin board, in your phone’s notes, or on a white erase board. When I started to do this, my goals became a reality! Why?! Because when we put our goals out there to the universe, and constantly remind ourselves visually, we have a constant driving factor towards completing these goals. It is easy to get wrapped up in our daily routines and forget our important goals.
By Tonya Narzinsky5 years ago in Motivation
How to Love Yourself Again
At some point in life we all experience a sense of confusion as to who we are or what our life even means. It is easy to get lost in our careers, studies, family life, etc. It is important to still find time for yourself. Schools should really stress the importance of self-care. As we get older sometimes our priorities get out of order. It is important to evaluate your life every so often, so that you can make sure you are happy and peaceful. Everything (growth-wise) stems from our inner happiness/mental state. So if we are not taking care of ourselves, most likely our work and everything else will be messy too.
By Tonya Narzinsky5 years ago in Motivation
First Signs of Abusive Relationships
First of all, if you have not personally been in an abusive relationship (whether mentally or physically), you have no room to talk.... PERIOD! I am so sick of hearing about people saying, "How could they stay?" There are many factors that play into the decision of when to leave or stay. People don’t realize mental abuse can ultimately brainwash a person. When you make someone feel so powerless, insecure, and frightened, they can become beings that they naturally never were. The results of abusive relationships normally result in PTSD, anxiety, or depression (if you are lucky). Some even worse… this is why I stress to PLEASE watch out for yourself and people you care about. If someone new they are dating shows some red flags, take action! At least be aware of the situation and always provide social support.
By Tonya Narzinsky5 years ago in Humans
Depression
I knew I had been "depressed" for a while, but I realized it was getting worse and more persistent. I was letting my daily thoughts affect my perceptions of situations. I wasn't taking action in my life anymore. I did not care to share my opinions or express my thoughts and ideas. I felt weak and insecure. I felt ugly, stupid, and worthless. I rarely straightened my hair or did my makeup anymore. I remember I constantly told myself I felt "stuck." Later on, I realized that was a perfect depiction of what depression was like. Trust me, I Googled the shit out of mental illnesses and depression for a long time. Back in high school, I used to care about my fashionable outfits and spoiling myself. By a certain point, I was no longer myself anymore due to life circumstances... and this lasted a few years. I realized I developed a Netflix and food addiction because, at the time, it was the only thing that gave me (short-term) fulfillment. Everyone experiences depression and anxiety differently. But for me, I felt it was debilitating and I was just not "present" in my own life anymore. I did not care about a single thing whatsoever. I was never the person to be "suicidal," but I definitely was killing myself in other mental and physical ways.
By Tonya Narzinsky5 years ago in Psyche
Tips for Anxiety/Panic Attacks
There are many forms of anxiety. I never noticed my anxiety until I was probably in high school. It got worse in my college years. Everyone experiences it differently. But if you are like me, you have experienced actual panic attacks. They can be frightening, especially if it is your first episode. My first panic attack landed me in the ER. I felt I was experiencing a "heart attack." After this event, I developed health anxiety. I was so scared that I would have another "near-death experience" (it felt like). After a couple of years now, I had learned what works and what doesn't for me. The ONE thing that is important for you to know is that it will pass and you WON'T die. Even if you feel like you are, you won't. When you feel your heart racing before you speak publicly, remember why you are doing it in the first place. The next step is to breathe. In your nose. Out your mouth. Hold your exhale longer than your inhale. Focus on finding the lowest deepest spot in your stomach as you exhale. Focus on the people in the audience excited to hear what you have to say. Try speaking with excitement and in turn, your body will react and feel excited and not frightened.
By Tonya Narzinsky5 years ago in Psyche