Battling anxiety? You’re not alone. Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health issue in the United States. They’re hard to diagnose because they often feel like physical illnesses; for example, chest pain, nausea, and headaches. But these physical symptoms originate in the mind. One key to reducing symptoms of anxiety is to focus on… CONTINUE
Techniques to Grow Your Relationships this Valentine’s Day
How do you express love and feel loved? Love languages are everywhere in our literature and media. We are inundated with ways to help your partner or yourself. This pandemic, whether you have a partner or not, think of ways to connect even more during this time. Techniques to Improve Intimacy Our job is not… CONTINUE
7 Ways to Improve Your Mental Health in 2021
Well, it finally happened: 2020 is behind us. While our hopes remain high for a better 2021, it’s been a rocky start. It’s hard not to feel a rollercoaster of emotions when watching the news or talking to loved ones. To set yourself up for a future of wellness, put your mental health first. Here… CONTINUE
Why Does Giving Feel So Good?
One of the best ways to boost your self-esteem is to give. Whether it’s money or time, a kind gesture can have profound effects—both for the recipient and the giver. 4 Reasons Giving Feels Good Giving activates parts of the brain associated with pleasure. Acts of kindness trigger the release of feel-good hormones like endorphins,… CONTINUE
Working from Home with Kids Is Hard
If you’ve found yourself — or your spouse/partner — struggling with working from home and parenting, you’re not alone. Hundreds of thousands of people are facing this challenge all over the world. It’s not easy. What’s important to keep in mind is that there is no “right way” to work from home with kids. Everyone… CONTINUE
Using Your Senses to Increase Wellbeing
This year we are adjusting to an ever-changing landscape which bring uncertainty to our life. However, we can focus on what we can control to find a sense of security and meet our needs to feel content. Sometimes it is easy to overlook simple ways we can meet these needs. Our senses – sight, sound,… CONTINUE
How to Be More Confident
Confidence breeds more confidence. When you develop confidence in yourself, you are more likely to achieve your goals, build healthy relationships and be happier in life. Lack of confidence can have the opposite effects, but here’s the thing: you don’t need more money, a nicer family, a significant other, a college degree, a gold medal,… CONTINUE
How to Manage Anger
Anger is a natural, normal, sometimes intense emotion that comes and goes. But if held onto, it can become insidious and cause harm — both to ourselves and to others. Signs You May Have Anger Issues: Clenching or grinding your jaw frequently Body aches Rapid heart rate or an intense hot feeling Dizziness or trembling… CONTINUE
Finding a New Routine
The reality of a living through a pandemic is that our daily routines have changed dramatically. We are now faced with different ways of functioning. With that dramatic shift comes a need for a readjustment out of necessity. What use to make us feel secure has changed and so we are forced to change with… CONTINUE
LGBTQ Counseling: Being Proud of Who You Are
The Pride movement is called “pride” for a reason: to recognize and be proud of the impact LGBTQ people have had in the world. For years, the LGBTQ community has faced hate crimes, bullying, HIV/AIDS, cultural conflicts, and lack of equality and justice, as well as mental health disorders, substance abuse, and eating disorders. LGBTQ… CONTINUE
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