By Katie Huggins The Power of Courage: Asking for Help In a world that often celebrates self-sufficiency and independence, it can be challenging to admit when we need assistance. We\’re conditioned to believe that asking for help is a sign of weakness, that it implies incompetence or inability to handle our own affairs. However, in…
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 MoreRediscovering Self: Embracing the Beauty of Your Current Season by Katie Huggins Life is a tapestry woven with the threads of change, growth, and transformation. In the ebb and flow of time, we often find ourselves swept along by the currents of circumstance, responsibilities, and obligations, losing sight of the essence of who we are…
Read MoreBy Jason Collins Did you know that just the habit of expressing thanks throughout your day can change your brain\’s neural pathways from seeing the negative all the time to noticing the positive all around you? It\’s true. We can train our brains to see the things we want to notice. For example, my family…
Read MoreBy Karsten Friske You did it! You have been accepted to college! Now what? In this period of time between starting classes, it is entirely understandable to be filled with mixed emotions of excitement and nervousness. Making an investment in your mental health now can help prepare you for the exciting and challenging experiences ahead…
Read MoreBy Jason Collins In my work with clients, I’ve encountered people who struggle to control the intrusive, negative thoughts that often leap into their minds without warning. Mostly they start out as tiny little lies or distortions that they gradually start believing. Thoughts of fear, paranoia, self-hatred, depression, and hopelessness. The thoughts don’t start out…
Read MoreWinter often blankets the world in serene snowfall, but for some, it also casts a shadow on mental well-being. Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a form of depression that surfaces during specific seasons, most commonly in the winter months when sunlight dwindles. Understanding and addressing this condition can empower individuals to embrace the winter blues…
Read MoreBy Mary Laughlin I’ve often overheard friends saying, “I need the vacation after the vacation” after coming homefrom a recent trip. They feel worn out from all the doing, or lack of soul-filling activities. Theymay have sacrificed what they wanted for family members too often, or tried to squeeze in toomany things in a short…
Read MoreNavigating Mental Health with \”Are U Ok?\” by Kati Morton Introduction: \”Are U Ok?: A Guide to Caring for Your Mental Health\” by Kati Morton is an accessible roadmap for anyone seeking to understand, support, or enhance their mental well-being. As a licensed therapist and prominent mental health advocate, Morton combines her clinical expertise with…
Read MoreNavigating Mental Health with \”Are U Ok?\” by Kati Morton Introduction: \”Are U Ok?: A Guide to Caring for Your Mental Health\” by Kati Morton is an accessible roadmap for anyone seeking to understand, support, or enhance their mental well-being. As a licensed therapist and prominent mental health advocate, Morton combines her clinical expertise with…
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