Coping Mechanisms
A Fresh Start: Taking Care of Your Mental Health This New Year
The new year is a blank canvas with new possibilities all around. We get excited to change and transform ourselves. When you create plans of eating healthier or saving more money, do not forget about your mental health. It deserves equal focus. Look back and reflect over the previous year before moving forward. Stop and […]
The Skill and Strength of Letting Go
Oftentimes, when people hear the phrase “let it go”, the immediate thought is giving up, walking away, or deciding that someone, something, or someplace no longer matters. Letting go, to some, has a negative connotation and has been viewed as losing and/or a sign of weakness. In the realm of therapy, however, the idea of […]
The Hidden Power of Breathwork
What exactly is Breathwork? Humans throughout civilization have been manipulating their breathing to bring about desired states of consciousness. Breathwork is an umbrella term for many practices, some ancient and some modern. Rooted in Eastern medicine and used in practices such as yoga, it involves intentionally changing your breath’s depth and rhythm to activate the […]
The Mindful Reset
We live in a stressful world today, full of worry and anxiety about the future and the past. It is easy to brush off mindfulness by saying you just don’t have the time. With the fast pace of our everyday life, who actually gets a moment to pause and be present? But honestly, most of […]
Mental Health– It Deserves Our Attention More Than Ever
Mental health isn’t just a buzzword; it shapes the way we think, feel, and interact with ourselves, others, and the things we deem important. Many individuals face mental health issues quietly. Acknowledging we don’t have it all figured out can be daunting. However, opening up about these silent struggles can foster deeper connections and positively […]
Taking the Next Step: Making Changes
In my last blog, we talked about letting go of unhealthy coping mechanisms in order to embrace healthier, more effective ways of managing stress. I gave some examples of what that could look like, but maybe your next question is: how do I make those changes? Where do I start? Today we can explore how […]
5 Tips on How to Finish the Year Strong
As the end of the fiscal year approaches, many adults and students alike begin to feel the pressure of final projects, deadlines, and the nagging attempt to reflect on the year’s progress. It’s common to experience stress, fatigue, or self-doubt during this time, but it’s also an opportunity to refocus, build resilience, and finish strong. […]
The Mental Health Benefits of a Consistent Routine
Back to Life, Back to Reality As summer winds down, many of us find ourselves returning to the familiar rhythm of everyday life. The traffic, crowded stores, and long lines have all made their comeback now that most people are back from vacations and settled into their regular schedules. While this shift can take some […]
Let Go Of Unhealthy Coping
Have you ever reflected on your capacity to manage stressful events or situations? It may or may not be something you have thought about, but becoming aware of and improving your coping skills may be the difference between positive and negative health outcomes, relationships, and mental health in general. However, it can take some effort […]