Maintaining Routine in Times of Uncertainty – COVID-19 Anxiety Management Tools The human brain is hardwired to seek out stability, structure, and routine (Wiest, 2018). Our subconscious mind understands this construct to be safe, which in turn positively influences our mood and emotions. Additionally, routines promote predictability and can decrease our flight or fight … Read more
Benefits of Plants As I’ve discussed before there are many benefits to making nature part of your life. One way I’ve previously discussed to help with this is adding plants to your space and to your weekly routine. Plants are a fitting symbol for taking care of yourself: They need water and sun to grow … Read more
Rain, Rain, Go Away… Is it coincidence that as rain falls from the sky our mood takes a nosedive? Further, like bears, are we are inclined to socially isolate or hibernate during periods of dark, cold weather? Turns out the answer to both questions is no! Seasonal Affect Disorder, aptly known as SAD, is a … Read more
As we come to the end of another year, the natural inclination for many is to begin to look towards the next year and focus on various areas of improvement. Perhaps you’re resolving to lose weight or exercise more. Maybe you’re considering a new diet or to save more money … Read more
Many parents ask when is it appropriate to medicate a child. Many have strong opinions about benefits, side effects and lifelong effects of medications. My thoughts on this debate vary depending on the age, symptoms, family structure and child’s characteristics. When looking at family structure it is important to consider what strategies or changes could … Read more
Deadlines, projects, tests, homework, and family commitments, there doesn’t seem to be enough hours in the day to juggle our endless responsibilities. So how do we make room for everything? Unfortunately, more often than not, the first activities we cut from our schedule are those we enjoy most – yoga, socializing with friends, or maybe … Read more
Have you found yourself mindlessly scrolling on your phone with no idea how much time has passed? Do you compare your life to the lives of the people you follow or are friends with on social media? You’re not alone in this. We are currently living in a technology based world which has its benefits … Read more
Being a parent of a teenager today is unbelievably challenging. The ways things have changed with technology have allowed teenagers to be social with everyone and anyone at all times. Along with the positive changes come some difficulties and worries. Teens are now not only being bullied in person but now over text messages and … Read more
How many of us are parents and consistently worried about how we are going to raise our kids in this society and not “screw them up?” Parents are striving for their kids to excel and be perfect. Parents are worried they are making mistakes that will affect their kids forever. I am here to tell … Read more
Being surrounded by people full of holiday cheer and singing to joyous holiday music can be incredibly frustrating for those people suffering from depression during this time of year. You may experience thoughts like “What’s wrong with me….or…My life isn’t that bad why can’t I just be happy like everyone else.” Know that you are … Read more