Exploring the Relationship: Seasonal Affective Disorder, Depressed Mood, and the Impact of Mindfulness by Amanda Bickel As we continue the winter season with the sun setting early we are on a journey through the changing seasons. Sometimes this transition can cast a shadow or mirror how we feel. Many people find this shift brings along … Read more
Screen Time Harms Youth Mental Health https://www.cbsnews.com/colorado/news/too-much-screen-time-harms-youth-mental-health/ Too much screen time harms youth; how families and government can drive better outcomes We are keeping our Eye on Mental Health for you taking a closer look at research this year finding screen time is tied to suicide risk for “tweens” or preteens. The study out of … Read more
Listen to our owner Amanda Woodard guest speaking on The Heartfelt Clubs recent podcast episode. Enjoy this episode as we navigate the ins and outs of benefiting from therapy and raising a healthier generation to come, the importance of finding the right fit in a therapist, noticing when might be a good time to start … Read more
When you can’t fight or flee: COVID-19 and trauma This year has been tough. Wildfires, social and political unrest, lockdowns, and enormous loss of life… it’s difficult to know where to begin with processing everything that has happened in 2020, and it’s not even over yet. The reality is, our nation and the world are … Read more
Keeping Promises to Yourself + The 5 Minute Rule By Atsede Scarseth What did you learn about keeping promises or making sure people can trust your word? Most likely something along the lines of trust is earned. This doesn’t only go for your external relationships. This is also relevant for the relationship you have with … Read more
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
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
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