As we often hear about mindfulness, many have doubted its effectiveness. Mindfulness is impactful on its own, but it can also be combined with other interventions to aid in the exploration of better Mental Health. Mindfulness originated from Hindu and Buddhist teachings, the practice was [...]
While you're taking down the holiday decorations this January - perhaps ponder replacing them with something a little more natural. Buying and tending to houseplants was a big pandemic hobby, but there are many reasons why the boost in interest in our leafy friends has [...]
As we enter 2023, you may have begun taking inventory of things that you want to do differently this year. Some of these goals may be losing weight, taking better account of your finances or even taking better care of your mental health. As you [...]
We have heard of the importance and benefits of practicing gratitude, but oftentimes we are unsure of where to start and how to practice it. The virtue of gratitude is more than just saying “thank you”, the scientific explanation behind focuses on the acknowledgment of [...]
Friday, November 11 is Veterans Day. Veterans Day celebrates the service of all U.S. military veterans. It is a day to give thanks to all veterans that have served honorably during war or peacetime. We must keep in mind the unique mental health needs of [...]
October 7th is World Smile Day. World Smile Day is marked every year on the first Friday of October. Created by Harvey Ball, artist of the smiley face, it marks a time that we all should devote one day to smiles and kind acts throughout [...]
According to the theory of cognitive-behavioral therapy, for every three thoughts that cross our minds, only one thought is positive. At times, our brains would form automatic negative thoughts unintentionally, as our brains probably do not know the difference between stories “created by our minds” [...]
We live in a busy world. It’s common to get wrapped up in one aspect of our lives and ignore the other parts. Whether it’s work, school, family, or friends it can feel like a challenge managing our time among the many different moving parts [...]
EFT Tapping is a method of Contemporary and Alternative Medicine that consists of tapping on central energy meridian points on the body to reduce symptoms of stress and anxiety. This healing modality aims to balance energy flow and release energy blockages that are connected to [...]
Attachment theory was developed by psychologist John Bowlby in the 1950s. The theory suggests that attachment style forms in infancy based on caregiver responsiveness and stays with us into adulthood. Attachment style dictates how we relate to others. Attachment is viewed on a continuum ranging [...]
