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…
Weight Stigma in the Doctor’s Office
This is the 2nd post in a 2-part series on weight stigma. Check out the 1st post here. Weight stigma is the discriminatory words, actions, and ideologies targeted toward folks…
No Vacation for Weight Stigma
I recently went on a short vacation to Niagara Falls. Seeing the natural beauty and the powerful force of the water was soothing to my nervous system. It was a…
Taking the Mystery Out of Menstruation
Periods. Aunt Flo. Riding the crimson tide. On the rag. Time of the month. No matter what you call it, menstruation affects us all. Menstrual cycles directly impact approximately half…
Do Influencers Have a Responsibility to Their Followers?
Do social media influencers have a responsibility to their followers? A responsibility for the impact of their messaging and posts? A responsibility to avoid harming those who follow their pages…
Mental Health Resources
Mental health is something we all have. Yet, far too often, mental health is only thought about when someone is struggling. May is Mental Health Awareness Month. If you’re thinking,…
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…
Religious Leaders and Mental Health
Religious spaces, such as churches and parachurch organizations, have differing views on the topic of mental health. I originally posted on this topic in April of 2023 - you can…
What is Moral Injury?
Have you ever felt a sense of guilt after participating in an action? You may have questioned how you even ended up in the situation that led to you acting…
Are Weight Loss Injectables the Miracle Cure for Body Image Concerns?
Weight Loss Injectables are being promoted as the new “miracle cure” in the fight to shrink bodies. You’ve likely seen the ads for Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, or the like. You…