Blogs For Your Personal Growth
Inspiration, Empowerment, Education, Tips, and More from Meredith Van Ness, LCSW.
Building a Thriving Community on Instagram
I joined the bustling world of Instagram, initially as a casual observer. Little did I know that this platform would become a significant part of my life and career. It wasn't until February 2022 that I decided to take the leap and turn my Instagram account into a platform for personal growth and mental health advocacy. Read on for my journey and story and whatβs happening now!
The Secret to Confidence: Self-Awareness
Confidence is a quality that many people want yet it often feels elusive. You might think of confidence as something that comes from achievements or accolades, but the truth is, that real confidence stems from a deeper placeβself-awareness.
5 Signs You're Stuck in a Perfectionism Trap (and How to Break Free)
Letβs dive into a topic that many of us can relate to but often donβt talk about enough: perfectionism. You know that nagging voice that whispers, βYouβre not good enoughβ or βYou have to do betterβ?
How to Manage High-Functioning Anxiety: Signs, Symptoms, and Solutions
High-functioning anxiety is like that friend whoβs always busy, always achieving, but secretly struggling inside.
Hush That Inner Critic: A Guide to Challenging Negative Thoughts
This inner critic can be relentless, but it doesnβt have to dictate your life. Today, we're diving into how to challenge those negative thoughts and quiet that inner critic once and for all.

