Choosing the right career can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re also managing mental health challenges like anxiety, depression, or burnout. Finding work that aligns with your strengths, values, and mental health needs is essential. This guide offers practical steps to help you explore your options and prioritize your well-being. Understanding How Mental Health Affects Your …
Healing is a personal journey, and it’s essential to understand that it’s not always a straight path. We want you to know that experiencing ups and downs during therapy is typical. Recognizing this can help you set realistic expectations and be kinder to yourself as you work toward healing. Healing Doesn’t Follow a Straight Line …
Do you ever lie awake at night, struggling to quiet your thoughts? Maybe you’re replaying the day’s events or worrying about tomorrow. Falling asleep can be challenging when your mind doesn’t slow down. The good news is that mindfulness can help. Simple techniques can calm your racing thoughts and relax your body, making it easier …
Why do some relationships make you feel energized and supported while others leave you doubting yourself or feeling disconnected? In his book Deeper Dating, therapist Ken Page explores this idea through three key concepts: These ideas can help us understand the types of relationships we’re drawn to and how to cultivate healthier, more fulfilling connections. What …
Therapy can be a powerful tool for improving your mental health, but misconceptions and challenges can hold people back from getting the most out of it. Some people worry that their problems aren’t significant enough for therapy, while others fear they may never see positive changes. Therapy is a journey that requires patience, effort, and …
Routines are essential, yet some view them as traps that stifle creativity and foster complacency. Benefits of Routines Stability and Predictability: Do you know that feeling of comfort when you sip your first cup of coffee in the morning? That’s what a solid routine can offer you— a sense of calm that carries you through the …
What is Shame, and Why Does It Happen? Shame is a powerful and deeply ingrained emotion that can impact how you see yourself and interact with others. While guilt makes you feel bad about something you’ve done, shame tells you that you, as a person, are flawed. It says, “There’s something wrong with me,” “I don’t deserve love or …