by Carrie | Jun 10, 2022 | General Mental Health
Right up front, let’s be clear about what is meant by LGBTQIA+. It stands for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, (questioning), intersex, asexual, and (agender). This is not meant to exclude anyone but rather to be as welcoming as possible. Over the past...
by Carrie | Jul 31, 2021 | General Mental Health
It’s not breaking news that physical exercise has many benefits. However, it’s not all about getting six-pack abs or buns of steel. Your workout routine does much more than shape, lift, and tone. It can enhance your mental health in multiple ways. Sure, plenty of you...
by Carrie | Apr 25, 2021 | General Mental Health
The terms anxiety and depression have become very commonplace in our modern discussion, especially when people use them in professional articles, online blog posts, and even social media feeds. This exposure can give us a sense of confidence that we truly understand...
by Carrie | Apr 12, 2021 | General Mental Health
To say that the COVID-19 pandemic has been a challenging experience from a mental health standpoint would be an understatement. According to an article published by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in August 2020, over 5,000 people responded...
by Carrie | Mar 26, 2021 | General Mental Health
Now that the dark and dreary days of winter are mostly behind us for 2021, you might be feeling motivated to recharge and declutter. Spring cleaning is a common practice for many people—but it doesn’t just have to mean clearing out your closet! Emotional spring...
by Carrie | Mar 12, 2021 | General Mental Health
You want to be a good parent. In fact, you are a good parent. But lately, you haven’t felt that way at all. There can be so much stress and anxiety with taking care of the kids. You try to put on a brave face for them, but some days even that’s not possible. It just...
by Carrie | Jan 15, 2021 | General Mental Health
If anyone had been wondering what divisions lurked beneath the cultural surface, recent times have provided a close-up view. The planet is still reeling from the impact of a deadly COVID-19 pandemic, political unrest, and environmental upheaval. So many people are...
by Carrie | Oct 18, 2020 | General Mental Health
Throughout our lives, we will all face obstacles and setbacks. There is simply no avoiding challenges and roadblocks along the way. Growing as a person and achieving our goals is not about trying to dodge these obstacles. It’s about learning how to face them with...
by Carrie | Oct 2, 2020 | General Mental Health
I know, I know…exercise, lose weight, and take some antidepressants…there! Now you should feel better. If you’re someone who struggles with physical pain, you may be thinking, “oh no, not another, ‘try yoga’ advice from someone who has no idea what it’s like to live...
by Carrie | Sep 20, 2020 | General Mental Health
Though most of the country is slowly starting to “reopen,” there’s no doubt that the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted people in more ways than one. While the media and doctors have focused on the physical implications of this virus, the reality is that the consequences...
