Spring Forward: How to Have a Fresh Start
It’s time to come out of hibernation and embrace the arrival of spring. As the winter frost begins to thaw and flowers start to bloom, we too are entering a transition phase of renewal and fresh opportunities. The days are longer, the weather is warmer, and bird songs become the background music to our days. […]
How to Find Immediate Peace & Calm
Without Doing Anything Most of us find that our mind is cluttered with busyness, work, and distractions. We’re constantly on the go, even when we’re not physically moving, our thoughts are elsewhere. I was eating at a restaurant the other day. Looking around, I could see that most people were on their phones while waiting […]
Bring the Sexy Back into Your Relationship This Valentine’s Day
A Therapist’s Guide to Rekindling Passion, Romance, and Desire What makes a relationship passionate and romantic, not just on Valentine’s Day but all throughout the year? Is it romance? Wining and dining? Writing poetry or serenading with love songs? These things may be great, but quickly dull over time. So, what DOES spark passion and […]
How to Achieve Better Mental Health in the New Year
And actually hit your goal Many of you know you should take better care of yourself. You tell yourself that this year, you will take more time to slow down, relax, and do things that are enjoyable and life-giving. You set your goals for the new year, but, most of you never achieve them. Part […]
How to Still Like Your Family After the Holidays
As the holiday season approaches, it’s that time of year again for family gatherings. For some of us, it’s a happy time, for others, it may be stressful and anxiety-provoking. You recall how last year Uncle Bob, in his drunk way, worriedly questioned you about still being single, or Aunt Catherine who commented how you […]
6 Ways to Overcome Loneliness
Loneliness is a universal human experience that transcends age, gender, and cultural boundaries. It’s a silent struggle that many of us face at some point in our lives, yet it’s often misunderstood and stigmatized. Loneliness is a common phenomenon that has been on the rise in recent years. Despite the increase in online connectivity, an […]
One Topic That Makes a Huge Impact on Our Lives
What is the one thing that we all have in common but rarely gets talked about? Our mental health. Mental health is a state of well-being that encompasses the emotional, the psychological, and the social aspects of our lives. When you are mentally healthy, you’re likely to reach your potential, work productively, manage daily life […]
Have Parents Guaranteed Their Kid’s Success in Life?
It’s that time of year to enroll your kid in as many activities as possible, to optimize their learning. Or is it? Like many parents, the return to school brings with it a mixture of emotions for me. Sadness for the end of the vacation season. Comfort and relief with the return to routine, but […]
5 Ways to Reset and Start Anew Today
September is a great time to reset and start anew. Most people wait for the new year, but the fall is just as good a time as any. As summer days get shorter and pumpkin spice lattes make their way back into coffee shops (and your stomach!), students everywhere are preparing for the start of […]
Do Healthy Relationships Have Problems?
Sure, but here’s what keeps them healthy. Many people believe that healthy relationships don’t have problems. The truth is, all relationships have problems because we are all imperfect humans. Moreover, all relationships go through periods of harmony and disharmony. But the difference between happy and healthy couples is this. They know the secret of going […]
