Picking the Right Therapist For You
Emotional wellbeing is as important as breathing and so is picking the right therapist for you. Therapy – also referred to as therapy or... more »
How Are You Coping with Political Stress?
With the election so close, many are struggling with political stress, regardless of political affiliation. Stress and anxiety are not surprising amid... more »
Are Thoughts of Suicide Normal even in Middle Age?
We often picture younger people struggling with suicidal thoughts. But suicide affects those of all ages. And middle age is no exception. According... more »
Does School Make Your Kids Anxious?
Back-to-school anxiety is more than just worry about coursework and peer pressure–it can impact every aspect of a child’s school-life. ~ Andrea... more »
Coping With Events Outside Our Control
It’s natural to feel stress after a critical incident, and the more stressful the event, the more intense your reaction can be. A “critical... more »
Laugh Your Way to Better Health
Laughter heals all wounds, and that's one thing that everybody shares. No matter what you're going through, it makes you forget about your problems. I think... more »
Parenting Survival Guide
All parents make mistakes. A good parent is not the one who makes the fewest, but the one who apologizes for them. ~ Nobel Coaching & Tutoring Have... more »
When a Loved One Struggles with Their Mental Health
Many people experiencing a mental health problem will speak to friends and family before they speak to a health professional, so the support you offer can... more »
What Is Psychological First Aid?
Like regular first aid, [psychological first aid] PFA is a way of helping someone in pain—except rather than cleaning or bandaging a cut or applying... more »
Win With Positive Reinforcement
With consistency, positive reinforcement can help you build habits that will lead to your best life. If you have children or if you’ve watched... more »
Self-Harm: A Dangerous Cycle
People often keep it a secret, but the urge to self-harm isn’t uncommon, especially in adolescents and young adults. Many overcome it with treatment.... more »
Improve the Way You Feel About Yourself
“The question is not what you look at, but what you see.” ~ Henry David Thoreau Most of us have been told it’s important to like yourself.... more »
Identity Theft Is on the Rise - But There Is Hope
Identity theft has been on the rise ever since the internet became popular. There are several types of identity theft—financial, medical, social media,... more »
Help Your Heart With These Anti-Inflammatory Foods
Inflammation is the latest trending health topic, and it’s connected to your heart. Acute inflammation is necessary and normal as a response to illness or... more »
Why Boundaries Are Healthy
If your life feels unmanageable because of others’ actions, that’s a sign of poor boundaries. James owned forty acres of land in... more »
Start 2024 With Strong Financial Boundaries
“From a positive psychology standpoint, we should look at setting financial boundaries as a way to cultivate our capacity to say ‘yes.’”... more »
Should You Put Boundaries on Food?
Healthy eating is a long-term habit. It’s the start of a new year, and this is typically the time when we feel the most motivated to revamp our... more »
5 Easy Make-Ahead Meals For This Busy Season
It is possible to have easy and healthy homemade meals between celebrations this holiday season. The holiday season is fully upon us, which can mean a... more »
Scale Down the Holiday Frenzy
Every year, stores set out their holiday stuff earlier and earlier, and streaming networks offer holiday movies mid-summer. The months-long holiday hype... more »
5 Financial Strategies for the New Year
“Your minute is your hour is your day is your week is your month is your year. If you want to make this year better, make each minute better.”... more »
Random Acts of Kindness
“No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted.” ~ Aesop Jenny’s day couldn’t get much worse. She’d been up with... more »
Diabetes-Friendly Recipes for the Holidays
It’s absolutely possible to enjoy your favorite flavors and dishes and keep your blood sugar levels healthy. We’re almost in the... more »
4 Ways to Be Financially Grateful
No one has ever become poor from giving. – Anne Frank The fact this quote came from Anne Frank is telling. She knew what it meant to be poor but... more »
Coping With Pregnancy Loss
“When a child loses a parent, they are called an orphan. When a spouse loses a partner, they are called a widow(er). When a parent loses a child, there... more »
Stress Less Over Buying Your Next Car
“New vehicle price inflation has all but disappeared in 2023.” – Rebecca Rydzewski, research manager at Cox Automotive. Since the pandemic,... more »
Fun Ways to Celebrate Fall
What do you use to mend a jack-o-lantern? A pumpkin patch. ~ Unknown Fall is such a special time of year. Everything is crisp and new, from... more »
Is Suicide Preventable?
Is suicide preventable? The question is crucial. Suicide. The word invokes feelings of despair akin to another hopeless word—terminal cancer. But... more »
Skip the Holiday Debt
If we aren’t careful, we can end up using the rest of next year to pay off the debt we rack up this year. The holidays don’t have to hurt... more »
4 Reasons to Grill This Fall
For many of us, grilling is a nearly year-round activity. Sure, for some, it’s synonymous with summertime, warm weather, and sunshine. It’s... more »
Is Retail Therapy a Thing?
Is Retail Therapy a Thing? With the ease of online shopping, free delivery, and free returns, it’s easier than ever to push a button and make a... more »
Healthy, Easy, and Quick Meals for Back to School
Just like that, it’s already time to start thinking about kids heading back to school. While starting a new school year can be fun and exciting, it... more »
Improve Your Relationships With the 5 Love Languages
In order to make someone feel loved, we need to learn to “speak” their language. Have you ever looked at someone you care about and felt a... more »
How to Host a Fun and Healthy Potluck
Summer is in full swing, which can mean beach days, vacations and, most of all, potlucks. Whether your event is for work, a family gathering, or a casual... more »
Ideas for a Perfect Staycation
Ideas for a Perfect Staycation We spend much of the year dreaming about our time off. But long travel days and tight budgets can take the joy out of our... more »
Overcoming the Roadblocks Between Minorities & Mental Health Services
The term “The Melting Pot” was first used in the 1780s to describe the variety of immigrants that poured into the United States from all over... more »
Forget Spring Cleaning – Get Your Kitchen Ready for Summer
Spring has sprung, and summer is here! Many of us feel ready for a fresh start and warmer weather. But even with renewed motivation, cleaning out your... more »
Are You Emotionally Hydrated?
Most of us wouldn’t let our cars run out of gas. But sometimes we forget that it’s important to top off our emotional tanks as well. Renae was... more »
Should You Buy a House in Today's Market?
Declining rates have brought borrowers back to the market but as the spring homebuying season gets underway, low inventory remains a key challenge for... more »
Make Breakfast Easy With These 4 Meals
You’ve probably heard breakfast referred to as the most important meal of the day, and there is some science to back that up! Breakfast is not only... more »
6 Mental Health Benefits of Going Outdoors
“To me a lush carpet of pine needles or spongy grass is more welcome than the most luxurious Persian rug.” —Helen Keller When Cheryl... more »
Tax Extensions: What Are They, and Do I Need One?
Tax Day is approaching. But what if you need more time?Just about everyone knows that Tax Day is on or near April 15 every year. If you’re old... more »
Signs of Alcoholism: Alcohol Awareness
According to the 2019 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, nearly 15 million people ages 12 and older have Alcohol Use Disorder, also known as alcoholism or... more »
Nurturing Your Assets
Before you can nurture your assets, you have to have an idea of what you want your money to do for you. Common goals include: cover monthly expenses cover... more »
Eating Heart Healthy
According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. Today is a great time to... more »
Understanding Self-Harm
Self-harm, or self-injury, can be difficult to think about. When we hear someone we care about is intentionally harming themselves, we might not be sure how to... more »
Positive Parenting
Parenting doesn’t need to be a war between you and your child. Effective discipline is proactive, and it encourages positive actions and personal... more »
Overcome Gambling and Gaming Addictions
Humans can become addicted to many different behaviors including gambling and gaming. Many people are able to gamble and engage in gaming apps with... more »
Marijuana Addiction and Effects
Marijuana, also known as weed, pot, grass, and Mary Jane, marijuana consists of various parts of the hemp plant known as Cannabis sativa . Within the hemp plant... more »
Alcohol and Drug Abuse
Time to take a look at how you or someone you love is using alcohol and/or drugs? Do you suspect alcohol and drug abuse? What we put into our body... more »
Binge Drinking
Having 4-5 drinks within a two hour time span is binge drinking and it can be deadly. One in six Americans drinks to excess, or binge drinks, at least four... more »