by: Karsten Friske The recent strikes of the Screen Actors Guild (SAG-AFTRA) and the Writers Guild of America (WGA) shook the entertainment industry to its core. In the same way, creatives involved in these industries were also shaken by the sudden loss of their livelihoods and regular work patterns. Now that the strike has now…
Read MoreAnxiety Blog Post #4 By Jason Collins Here we are at the end of our series of anxiety hacks. Make sure to go back and review those if you need to. So far we\’ve learned to capture our anxious thoughts, to name them and frame them, and we\’ve replaced those thoughts by going to our…
Read MoreAnxiety Blog Post #3 by Jason Collins So far in this series of anxiety hacks we\’ve discovered two steps in our process. First, we capture the anxious thought. Next, we name it and frame it. (check out the previous blogs if you need to catch up). Now, let\’s move on to step three… Anxiety Hack…
Read Moreby Jason Collins Anxiety Blog Post #2 In the last post we explored the first anxiety hack: Capture the Anxious Thought. Go back and read it if you need to. But once you visualize the thought, picture yourself grabbing it, and holding it out in front of you, then what? Anxiety Hack #2: Name It…
Read Moreby Jason Collins Enjoy this 4 part series: Recent studies in the field of neuroscience by experts such as Dr. Caroline Leaf and Dr. Daniel Amen are finding just how much our inner thought life affects our brains and our bodies. What we think about has an effect on our bodies and our overall health….
Read Moreby Katie Huggins Navigating triggering seasons can be challenging, but prioritizing self-care is essential for maintaining balance and resilience. Amidst the chaos, planning and prioritizing sleep, nutrition, and exercise can help you navigate these times with greater ease and well-being. 1. Establish a consistent sleep schedule. Aim to go to bed and wake up at…
Read Moreby Adam R Glendye LPC, CPCS Are you a young man struggling to find your footing in life? Do you feel stuck, uncertain about your future, and overwhelmed by the challenges of adulthood? If so, you\’re not alone. Many young men face what\’s commonly referred to as \”failure to launch,\” where the transition to independence…
Read Moreby Blake Wingo Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) may seem like a daunting condition when you first hear it. Media has warped our minds into associating someone with OCD as someone who is unable to leave the house without making sure the oven is off and making sure the door is locked over and over again….
Read MoreHow to help middle school kids navigate big changes by Karsten Friske When we think about the word “stability” middle school is usually not the first environment that comes to mind! The changes that occur in the middle school years impact a growing adult impact every facet of life. Whether it be academically, socially, psychologically…
Read MoreUnderstanding Neurodiversity: Embracing Our Differences By Kayla Ivory In the array of human experiences and identities, there exists a beautiful spectrum of minds, each unique and valuable in its own right. However, it\’s common for some individuals to feel like they don\’t quite fit into society\’s standard mold. This feeling of being different or misunderstood…
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