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Tenten Hosokawa's "I'm Enough" - A Manga About the Power of the Interpersonal

12 years ago, I talked about a manga author named Tenten Hosokawa who wrote a manga called "My Significant Other Has Depression." I loved how honest she was about clinical depression and how to best deal with it. 12 years later, I found out one of Hosokawa's recent books got released here by Last Gasp Books.

I'm Enough: An Illustrated Beginner's Guide to Self-Acceptance and Interpersonal Relationships is one of the best manga out there about mental health and hell, I should say an amazing mental health help book that's better than a lot of mental health books.

The guide focuses on Hosokawa's recent experiences dealing with negative emotions. She believes that she is the queen of negative thoughts due to her mother telling her to not feel anything positive during childhood. Hosokawa's belief causes her life to go into a deep spiral where she feels like a failure no matter what she does. Hosokawa feels that she can't change until she is recommended to meet with a psychiatrist named Dr. Hiroko Mizushima, who practices interpersonal therapy, a form of therapy that focuses on the power of interpersonal relationships to help improve one's mental health. Together, both Hosokawa and Mizushima present ways on how to make peace with negative emotions, accept them for what they are, and grow from there.

The book is outlined in 3 major parts: Problems, Solutions, and Growth. The Problems part basically says that having negative thoughts is okay and how to utilize them to help those try to understand you better instead of just thinking negative emotions shouldn't be expressed. The Solutions part addresses communication problems when it comes to interpersonal relationship disputes and dealing with role expectations. The Growth part focuses on the power of reflecting and changing one step at a time.

What I like is the structure of each part. Each part has several mini-chapters. Each mini-chapter starts in manga format with Hosokawa explaining how much they dislike whatever is bothering them and Mizushima providing solid reasoning and advice on how to move forward. Then it ends with a text section from Mizushima focusing on key points of the mini-chapter and what to do when it comes to a specific problem/solution.

What this book drives home is that it's important to accept yourself for who you are. And that means accepting everything about yourself. Even the ugly parts. If a part of you feels that you might be, for example, a "whiny bitch", accept that you are one. Only by accepting and acknowledging your present state can you actually start to figure out how to overcome whatever is ailing you mentally.

Another key point emphasized is how much people cause each other emotional pain. A lot of major mental health problems stem from those around us. Some of it can be from our loved ones, while some stem from acquaintances (i.e. workplace harassment). Most people try to solve these problems by communicating in ways that don't help, like nonverbal body language and being silent and taking so much information in like a sponge. This ends up causing even more pain in your relationships.

And the last point is everyone's trying their damn best to live their lives. This is the hardest part to learn. It's way too easy to get caught up with how bad some people act towards you. But you know what, they can still change and grow slowly. You have to accept that to go along with accepting yourself. In fact, they go hand in hand. Changing for the better probably didn't happen overnight for you, so why believe that others can do the same?

I feel that Mizushima's approach is incredible because a lot of therapy focuses on changing the self a bit too much. She says we are highly impacted by the relationships those closest to us. If they're great, we thrive. If they're terrible, we will falter. A lot of trauma revolves around terrible relationships with people who we thought were supposed to help us, but didn't. Therapy sometimes ignores this. Also, psychiatry often tells us to take medication and that should be all. While some medication is fine, it should never be the whole solution.

I can personally tell you how much self-acceptance has saved me. I only wished I learned it sooner. While there were struggles at times over how I feel like I haven't accomplished much, I'm slowly learning to tell myself that I'm enough. I'm going out there. I'm living. I may not be living life like a social media darling, but hey, I'm doing okay and that's enough for me. Maybe I'm a silly dork or overthink things; I've accepted that and somehow don't get too caught up in those things. Hosokawa and Mizushima's work is a much-needed resource for those who truly understand that we're all interdependent on one another to get out of whatever mental hellholes we get caught in.

I wholeheartedly recommend I'm Enough. Everyone's rushing to be great all the time or everyone's feeling like they're the worst people in the world. There's no middle ground. I want people to be able to accept themselves through the help of others. And to admit that a grand truth of life is that things are often personal - very interpersonal.

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Now I’m sure there’s more to IPT than this summary offers, but given all the information I have in this description...

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For perinatal depression (depression during pregnancy or within a year of childbirth), two kinds of counselling could be suggested. One of these is Cognitive behavioral therapy or CBT. This helps patients to overcome their negative thoughts and manage them effectively. The other form of therapy is interpersonal therapy that targets problems with relationships which could be causing the depression.

Ananya Mandal, ‘Depression prevention for pregnant women and new mothers – new recommendations’, News Medical ​

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I started a new group therapy today, and there was too many men in the group. One man in particular really shitted me, hes like 70+ and one of those really outgoing loud jokey type men. He really has basically everything going for him for me to hate him. 

But also, I’m aware that I always dislike almost everyone at the start of these groups, and I slowly become more kind and understanding towards them. Although I think perhaps this one man will be an exception. I just really did not like him. 

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Top Counseling Techniques Explained

For those seeking a supportive environment, a mental health wellness center in Texas is a great place to explore different counseling techni

Hey there, mental health enthusiasts! Navigating the path to mental wellness often requires the right tools and techniques. Today, we’re diving into some of the top counseling techniques used in mental health care. Whether you’re seeking support for yourself or a loved one, understanding these methods can help you make informed decisions about your mental health journey.

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Different Types of Psychotherapies: Exploring Your Options | Solh Wellness

Several psychological therapies provide useful strategies for overcoming life's problems when it comes to improving your mental health. These treatments, often known as talk therapies or psychotherapies, offer a framework for comprehending and controlling your ideas, feelings, and behaviors.

Let's look at the various forms of psychological therapy available:

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

A well-known treatment method called cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) aims to recognize and alter unfavorable thought patterns. By recognizing and addressing these ideas, people can manage disorders like anxiety, melancholy, and stress efficiently. Through CBT, you acquire practical abilities to change your negative thinking.

Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) 

DBT combines techniques that encourage mindfulness with cognitive behavioral treatment. Those who struggle with strong emotions, risky behavior, and interpersonal problems benefit the most from it. DBT teaches individuals how to control their feelings, strengthen interpersonal bonds, and encourage self-acceptance.

Psychodynamic Therapy 

This therapy focuses mostly on the unsolved problems and unconscious mechanisms that influence your ideas and behaviour. To uncover ingrained patterns and advance consciousness and personal development, psychodynamic therapy digs into past interactions and experiences.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)   

ACT places a strong focus on accepting one's ideas and feelings as opposed to trying to repress them. It helps people define their values and make a commitment to upholding them. This therapy effectively treats anxiety while enhancing general wellbeing.

Mindfulness-Based Therapies  

Self-awareness and present-moment awareness are encouraged in therapies that place a strong emphasis on mindfulness. These therapies include:

Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR):Through the practice of moderate yoga and mindfulness meditation, MBSR aims to reduce stress and promote emotional control.

Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT): Since the MBCT program combines cognitive therapy techniques with mindfulness training, it can benefit people who have recurrent depression.

Humanistic Therapies  

The goals of humanistic therapies are the pursuit of self-actualization, self-growth, and self-discovery. These consist of:

Person-Centred Therapy: In the encouraging, nonjudgmental environment of this treatment, people can examine their thoughts, feelings, and experiences.

Gestalt Therapy: The value of fully experiencing the present moment is emphasized by gestalt therapy. It promotes self-awareness and accountability.

Family Systems Therapy

Understanding how a person's ties with their family impact their mental health is the aim of family systems therapy. It tries to promote harmony within the family and communication.

Interpersonal Therapy (IPT)  

In IPT, emphasis is placed on interpersonal and communication skills. Both treating depression and resolving interpersonal conflicts can be done using it.

Narrative Therapy  

Examining the narratives we tell about our lives is an essential component of narrative therapy. Retelling and recreating these tales can offer people fresh perspective and a sense of empowerment.

Behavioural Therapy  

Behavioral therapy seeks to alter a behavior by identifying the reinforcers of that behavior. For phobias, OCD, and other conditions, there are two methods of treatment: behavior modification and exposure therapy.

Last but not least, each therapy has its unique technique and benefits. A licensed therapist can help you discuss your options and help you discover the option that best suits your needs. Remember that choosing the ideal approach could need some trial and error because therapy is a collaborative process. By incorporating psychological treatment into your regular routine for maintaining your mental health, you may offer yourself the resources you require to live a more balanced and fulfilling life.

At Solh Wellness, we take great care to fully understand the range of mental health issues and offer treatment that is uniquely tailored to each potential client. Our therapists are skilled at adapting the course of treatment to meet the demands of the patients. In order to assist you practice mindfulness and self-care, we also provide resources and techniques.

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Taking a Look at the Many Faces of Therapy

Taking a Look at the Many Faces of Therapy

Before I started my education in therapy, I had the image of someone laying on a couch with their eyes closed, talking about their childhood, while an old person with multiple PhDs wrote notes on a clipboard. Now, if that is your style there is nothing wrong with that! The point of therapy is that it helps, not whether you are using the “right” method. But I felt surprised at how little awareness…

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