Kimberlee Bow 12/15/25 Kimberlee Bow 12/15/25

Interoception

Interoception is the sense of your body's internal state, providing awareness of things like your heartbeat, bodily sensations, or thirst. Simply put, interoception is our ability to sense and be aware of what is happening within our own bodies. Why is it so important to us? Let’s dive in and find out why.

Kimberlee Bow 12/8/25 Kimberlee Bow 12/8/25

Embodiment

Is embodiment a noun or a verb? Embodiment may be considered a verb because it is a process that is both deliberate and engaging, rather than a static concept. Humans have a choice as to whether we fully engage in our experiences, partial engage, or complete check out.

Kimberlee Bow 12/1/25 Kimberlee Bow 12/1/25

Mind-Body Connection

The mind-body connection is the intricate, bi-directional relationship that exists between our thoughts, emotions, and physical health and the body. What is important to note here is that we are talking about a connection. The mind and the body are not two separate entities, rather they are interconnected and influence each other. There is growing research that is now demonstrating how both the mind and the body have the potential to impact cardiovascular health negatively and positively (Levine, 2019).

Kimberlee Bow 9/29/25 Kimberlee Bow 9/29/25

The Shades of Advocacy in Mental Health

Advocacy is a choice. We do not have to be advocates. We need to decide for ourselves whether that is something that we want in our lives.