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Mindful Gratitude: How to Be Present and Appreciate the Little Things
Lately, I’ve been feeling the need to slow down and really savor the moments that usually slip by unnoticed. Between work, family, and the constant noise of everyday life, I found myself longing to feel more connected to the present, to truly appreciate the little...
Creative Ways to Show Gratitude This Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays, but not just for the food! There’s something deeply special about setting aside time to express gratitude and appreciate the people who matter most. If you’re like me, Thanksgiving goes beyond turkey and mashed...
The Mental Health Benefits of Practicing Gratitude Daily
I never thought I'd be the type of person to keep a gratitude journal. The idea seemed cheesy and forced to me. But a few years ago, when I was struggling with anxiety and depression, my therapist suggested I give it a try. Little did I know that this simple practice...
How to Start a Gratitude Journal
When I first heard about gratitude journaling, I'll admit I was skeptical. The idea of writing down things I was thankful for every day seemed a bit cheesy and, frankly, like a waste of time. But little did I know that this simple practice would become a cornerstone...
Supporting a Loved One with Depression: Do’s and Don’ts
Provides guidance on how to be supportive of someone who is struggling with depression.
How to Tell If Your Anxiety Is Becoming Too Much: Signs You Need Help
We’ve all be there the racing thoughts, the constant worry, the feeling that something terrible is just around the corner. For years, I told myself it was normal - just part of being a responsible adult in a stressful world. But over time, my anxiety began to take...
Overcoming Social Anxiety: 5 Practical Tips for Social Situations
How to navigate social anxiety, using meditation, accessing support, challenging your assumptions and socializing in small steps.
How Sleep Affects Mental Health: Tips for Better Sleep
This video explores how poor sleep impacts anxiety and depression. Actionable tips are provided on improving sleep hygiene to support mental wellness.
How to Cope with Panic Attacks Tips and Strategies
What to do during a panic attack, grounding exercises, seeking professional help. Actionable techniques for managing panic attacks, including breathing exercises, grounding techniques, and creating a calming environment for yourself
Mental Health Awareness Month Let’s Take Care of Our Minds!
Mental health is about how you think, feel, and act in your everyday life. It affects how you handle stress, relate to others, and make choices. Just like physical health, mental health is important at every stage of life. When your mental health is good, you feel...
How to Recognize High-Functioning Depression
Recognize High-Functioning Depression Depression doesn't always look like what you see in the movies. Sometimes, it's not about staying in bed all day or crying uncontrollably. Sometimes, it's about pushing through each day with a smile on your face while feeling...
Surviving the Quarter-Life Crisis: A Twentysomething’s Guide
The Quarter-Life Crisis is Real - And You're Not Alone If you're in your mid-20s, feeling, stuck and questioning everything from your career path to your life goals, welcome to the club, you are official in, the "quarter-life crisis". Some say it’s the curse of...
6 Effective Coping Strategies for Managing Depression
Your Journey to Managing Depression Depression is a beast I've battled for years. Sometimes it's like being trapped in a dense, suffocating fog that obscures everything, while other times, it's a mist that lingers in the background. Throughout my journey, I've found...
Understanding Anxiety: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments
Whether you're a teen trying to cope with the pressures of school or an adult trying to figure out how to create balance, anxiety can significantly disrupt your quality of life. Let’s explore some common symptoms, causes, and treatments of anxiety to help you...
Unpacking EMDR
Unpacking EMDR: The Ultimate Guide to Overcoming Anxiety and Trauma Over the past four years, terms like trauma, anxiety, and therapy have been trending across social media. There's also been a surge in people being more empowered to seek knowledge about their...
Grief with EMDR Therapy
Navigating Grief with EMDR Therapy: A Journey to Healing I was afraid of attaching to anyone because I didn’t want to make myself vulnerable to the pain of losing them if they died. It’s hard to focus on hope amidst the waves of sorrow, and the last thing I wanted to...
Healing Together
Healing Together Six Benefits of Group Healing for Depression Introduction Some of the most common statements made by sufferers of depression are, “No one understands me,” “I feel alone,” and ”there’s something wrong with me.” Depression often leads to feelings of...
Stressed and Anxious
Stressed and Anxious Stressed and Anxious: Understanding the Difference Between Stress and Anxiety Introduction The terms stress and anxiety are more widely accepted than in past times and are now used interchangeably. Stress is a precursor to anxiety, but they are...
Depressed in Silence!
Depressed in Silence! All roads take you on a journey; you don't have to travel through this life alone. Sometimes life seems like a long lonely road to nowhere. Most of us walk around pretending that we have it all together, even when we're hanging on by a thread....
Four Reasons Why Teenagers Rebel
Four Reasons Why Teenagers Rebel I recently facilitated a rap session with a group of teens and young adults ages 16 to 19. They identified one of their main stressors as their parents’ unintentional oppressive tendencies. They were frustrated with the dictatorship...
5 Reasons Why Young Adults get Depressed
5 Reasons Why Young Adults get Depressed There is a gross misperception that when an individual enters young adulthood (between the ages of 18 to 29) they transition into a state of bliss, fun and contentment. On the contrary, it can be extremely difficult to adjust...
Suicide is Not For Cowards!
Suicide is Not For Cowards! Last week was National Suicide Prevention Week, and it hit me hard, especially when I was reminded that suicide is the third leading cause of death among children and young adults from ages 10 to 24. I thought about all the people I knew...
Anxiety in Men
Anxiety in Men He was sitting behind his desk at work and his chest started to feel like bricks were piling up on top of it; he was sweating, experiencing shortness of breath, and had a headache. Furthermore, he hadn't had a good night's sleep in weeks. He sat there...
The Day I lost my 3 a.m. Friend
The Day I lost my 3 a.m. Friend... Some days I wake up feeling like I can conquer the world, then fate throws me a curve ball. I often catch it, but sometimes I miss. When I lose, my courage wavers and I begin to feel unworthy, hopeless and anxious. If I consider...