How Can I Find Mental Health Support?
Mental health is something that we all have, yet many folks don’t notice their mental health until they are struggling. Right now, a lot of people are struggling. This post…
The Anniversary of Trauma
Today, February 6th, is an anniversary of trauma for me - a trauma-versary, if you will. Individuals who have experienced any type of trauma often have specific dates or seasons…
The Complexity of Grief
Grief is the response you have to the loss of something or someone important to you. Grief may include intense emotional pain, a sense of anguish, questioning, rage, and any…
Autism Awareness Month
April is Autism Awareness Month, or Autism Acceptance Month. Maybe a bit of both? Both mental health professionals and society as a whole are becoming more aware of autism. More…
In My Planning Era
I recently received a Google Trends alert showing that the phrase "in my _ era" was a trending topic this year. That is all thanks to T. Swift I'm sure.…
Holidays and Religious Differences
Many holidays have some type of religious meaning or undertone. Celebrating can be difficult when there are religious differences between yourself and the friends and/or family you gather with. Navigating…
Why Is It Important to “Treat Yo’Self”?
"Treat Yo'Self" has become a popular phrase in recent years. It's sometime used in the context of purchasing things that you may not need. It can occasionally be used to…