As a therapist, I think a lot about people’s emotions and how various emotions show up in a session, I consider how to understand the emotion, and, of course, I think about what the emotion means to the client. And there is the issue of [...]
Mental Health is Health, and it's vital to care for our overall well-being. However, many of us tend to overlook or neglect our mental health. It's a common belief that evaluating your mental well-being requires complex courses of action, including appointments with professionals, in-depth discussions, [...]
Self-care, though having been more popularized by mainstream media and the rise of mental health awareness, is still a foreign term to some. Simply put, self-care means taking care of yourself in doing things that you enjoy and that fill up your cup – meaning, [...]
Grief is a natural and challenging emotion, especially when experienced in the workplace. As an employee navigating grief, it's important to understand how it can affect you and important to have strategies in place to cope effectively. In this article, we will discuss how grief [...]
What is the conditioned self and what is the authentic self? This is something I think about a lot and something I talk to my clients about all the time. I think about how people are doing mentally, emotionally, spiritually, and physically. I think about [...]
It’s a common misconception that anxiety only presents itself as nervousness or feeling uneasy when in a specific situation, or even that it only physically shows up as a panic attack. We sometimes neglect to pay close attention to the ways in which our bodies [...]
In today’s fast-paced world, juggling family, work, and various commitments often leave little time to prioritize healthy eating. Let’s solve this dilemma with some strategic planning so that you can enjoy delicious, nutritious meals without adding stress to your already hectic life. Below are some [...]
Over the past few years, the trend of online sports betting has been on the rise. However, while some individuals enjoy it without any issues, others may become addicted. Online sports betting can lead to a "get rich quick “mentality, which can create unrealistic expectations [...]
Several clients have recently claimed to be suffering from this modern malady, and a local human resources professional requested that I do an article on this subject. So here is my contribution to readers of “The Mentor.” By the way, in the literature I read [...]
Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) play a critical role in creating a healthy and productive work environment by offering free support to employees dealing with personal and professional challenges. However, there are many myths and misconceptions surrounding EAPs that often cloud their true purpose and potential. [...]
