Spring is often referred to the season of new beginnings. We often find ourselves more energized, spending more time outdoors, and seeing much, much more color outside. Many begin the season by deep cleaning and decluttering their homes. However, we don’t often take this same [...]
With more than a billion users, TikTok is now a fun place to gain insight into new trends. You can create, share, and discover many new things by utilizing this application. However, some information found on social media in general should be taken with a [...]
Working on one’s sense of self is considered by many to be an important practice these days. The issues of self-love, self-acceptance, and the rather grandiose-sounding term of “self-authenticity” are often bandied about, at least in the fields of psychotherapy, counseling and wellness. An April [...]
Loneliness is an emotional state one may experience regardless if they are physically alone or not. Whether you’re surrounded by people in your home or you live alone, the feelings of loneliness can drastically creep up on you, leaving you filled with several other difficult [...]
There are a range of definitions and theories shared on the concept of happiness and even more sensical practices on how one can become happy. Anthropologist and social lecturer Neil Thin argues that happiness requires empathy and “engagement with others in the world” and is an ongoing social process. (2012) However, some [...]
Although August is the hottest month of the year, it is so important to get outside and soak in the fresh summer air before the fall breeze begins to set in. In fact, August is National Wellness month and August 7th is National Play Outside [...]
Gardening is something that so many people find solace in. There is something about spending time in nature in a green environment with a natural restorative element to it that can contribute strongly to our mental health and wellbeing. It can be gratifying in itself [...]
On Saturday, July 3rd we celebrate National Compliment Your Mirror Day. We all need a little reminder to be kind to ourselves and appreciate all of the facets that make us, us. Compliment Your Mirror Day is intended to encourage self-acceptance and boost self-esteem. The [...]
Mother’s Day is seen as a day to honor mothers for all their hard-work, unconditional love and support provided to their offspring and the rest of the world. Many children may find themselves wondering what to get mom for this special day. Things like flowers, [...]
April 22nd marks the 51 anniversary of Earth Day, first celebrated back in 1970 to raise awareness about environmental issues. This day is celebrated around the globe by people honoring the Earth and supporting environmental initiatives throughout the day. This is the second [...]
