The Benefits of Reading Books
Maybe you’re like me and you’ve never really been a “reader” or maybe you’re like my sister and your favorite pastime is tearing through a novel in one afternoon. I recently began picking up more books as a form of self-care and although I can’t read as fast as my sister, I do still enjoy […]
If You’re Feeling Stuck, This Might Help You Move Forward
Let’s begin by patting yourself on the back for the courage it takes to admit that you are feeling less than satisfied with your life. Look at you, seeking the motivation and tips to move forward. Congratulations! Feeling stuck can take on many different forms in each of our unique lives. This means that we […]
Graduate School During A Pandemic
I vividly remember the last day of in person classes prior to the onset of COVID-19. The sun was shining bright and the weather outside was perfect. I have this image in my mind of myself standing in front of the student union, somehow filled with holiday spirit, despite it being March at the time. […]
Mental Wellness During The Holiday Season
During the holiday season (November-January) we spend a lot more time with loved ones and frenzying from store to store searching for the perfect gift or outfit. As daylight savings time begins and the temperature continues to drop, we also find ourselves spending more time indoors. While for some people the holidays bring about nothing […]
The Power of Routine
Your daily routine, whether intentional or frenzied, influences performance, stress levels, sleep patterns, and overall mental well-being. The absence of a routine is often associated with feeling like you’re constantly running out of time to get things done, poor physical well-being, procrastination, and feeling anxious throughout the day. Many successful athletes, artists, actors, billionaires, and […]
5 Tips for Effective Goal Setting
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”3.22″][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.7.7″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] As the Holidays get closer some people may be thinking about what their 2021 will look like. While 2020 was the “Year of the Vision,” some of us cannot wait to see what 2021 has […]
Practicing Self-Care During COVID-19
As we enter into the 8th month of the COVID-19 pandemic there may be some new or increasing feelings. You may feel anxious about what will happen next, is it COVID or the flu? Did I wash my hands before I ate those chips? You may feel stress about if you are protecting yourself, or […]
Overcoming Challenges in Virtual Learning
As a student in a Master of Social Work program, I am facing many challenges with virtual learning. I have experienced internet connection loss, accidentally muting and unmuting myself during zoom calls, laptop crashes, lack of motivation to complete assignments, inadequate access to professors and classmates, and overall frustration with virtual learning. It is important […]
Why Social Connections are Important & How to Maintain Them in Today’s Climate
Today your social calendar may look a lot less full than back in January of this year. Your book club isn’t meeting, the 40th birthday party you were planning on attending got cancelled and maybe your best friend’s wedding was postponed. With the hit of the Corona virus in the United States back in March, […]
Tips to Addressing the Stress of Election Season
Voting season can bring up a lot of stress and anxious thoughts. Some people may be unsure if they are qualified to vote. Some people may be unsure how or where to register or vote. Some people may be overwhelmed by all the campaign endorsements on the radio, television, social media apps, etc. If you […]