The holidays are supposed to be a time filled with joy, laughter, and excitement. But, if you’re experiencing a loss around any holiday, it’s difficult to feel that kind of joy that those around you might be sharing. Grief around the holidays isn’t uncommon.... 
It’s never too early to start thinking about the holidays. The season will be here before you know it. While that might typically bring feelings of excitement and joy, it could also bring some hesitation, or even grief, this year. Last year, at the height of the... 
Some people think of being assertive as the same as being aggressive. They might not want to “come off” a certain way, so they hold themselves back from speaking what’s really on their heart and mind. The reality? Assertiveness is often helpful. But, that... 
There have been multiple studies to show the mental and physical health benefits of pets. It has even been found that simply being around a dog or petting it can boost your mood and make you feel better. That’s one reason why pet therapy has become so popular across... 
It is human nature and so easy to become offended. Someone may say something that rubs you the wrong way. Maybe what they say feels like an “attack” on something you’ve done or that you value. Sometimes it’s necessary to evaluate your role in being offended.... 
Estimated reading time: 4 minutes Writing in a journal is a great way to manage your anxiety. There are several positive aspects to journaling that can make coping with your fears easier. First, you can work out your fears on paper. You’ll learn why you might jump to... 
Estimated reading time: 7 minutes Everyone has areas of struggle when it comes to balanced thinking. It is so common that you may not even recognize it as a thinking error at all! Consider whether any of the following common thinking errors sound familiar, so that... 
Stumbling blocks are a natural part of life. Some people struggle with mental health conditions like depression or anxiety that feel crippling at times. Others have to deal with the pain of a chronic condition or illness. Even sudden or unexpected life changes... 
Estimated reading time: 5 minutes It’s not uncommon to have a hard time making certain decisions. Some people struggle with it more than others. But, “analysis paralysis” takes that to extremes. Analysis paralysis occurs when your underlying anxiety... 
Anxiety and depression are the most common mental health conditions across the globe. Many people who deal with a mental health condition benefit from therapy or support groups. Some also choose to take medication in order to manage their symptoms. But, is that... 
Many people procrastinate from time to time. In fact, I started this blog several months ago…. Sometimes, it’s because you don’t want to get started on a big project. Other times, it’s far too tempting to get distracted by social media or fall down a YouTube... 
No one gets through life without some heartache and struggle. While we may not consider them “traumatic”, anything that includes intense loss, helplessness, fright, or abuse can be traumatic. These might happen one time or over an extended period of time.... 