Imagine you see a list of responsibilities or one big task that you need to get done by the end of the day. You say to yourself, “I’ll do it later,” and do other activities. Midday comes around and you push it back again. Then [...]
As the sun sets earlier and temperatures drop, many people notice a shift in mood. Some describe this as the “winter blues.” Others experience something different, “spring anxiety,” when warmer months bring unexpected pressure, restlessness, or comparison. While seasonal changes can feel subtle for some, [...]
Are you feeling that you are burning out in your job or even burning out in life? Are you doing way too much for others and not receiving enough in return? Do you forget to take time to restore, rejunvenate, and recharge yourself? There is a definite trend [...]
What is a boundary and why are they important? In this month’s mentor article we will discuss what boundaries are and how they can assist us with communicating with clarity and confidence. Boundaries are limits we set for ourselves that define what we are willing [...]
As the new year begins, a lot of people feel inspired to start fresh by doing new things, starting new routines or habits to have a renewed sense of self. Almost everything around you scream New Year, New Me, from social media to family and friends to [...]
Some years bruise us. Plans derail, losses stack up, and our nervous system forgets what “calm” feels like. Recovery isn’t a sprint back to “normal”, it’s a steady return to yourself on purpose, with tools. Here’s a practical guide you can start today. 1) First, [...]
Grief can exist in many different forms and can impact our ability to cope with a loss. The American Psychological Association defines grief as “the anguished experienced after significant loss”. This month’s mentor article will focus specifically on grief related to pets and how this [...]
Friendship in our later years isn’t a luxury, it’s a lifeline. Strong social ties protect mood, sharpen memory, and add meaning to everyday routines. Many older adults say that companionship, not perfection matters most: a walking buddy, a neighbor who checks in, a small circle that [...]
In any workplace, challenges are bound to arise among workers, even in the most professional work environment. It can be either frustration from members of the public, a coworker that is under so much stress or a conversation that gets tense, and things escalate. Sometimes [...]
Vacations are great for relaxation, and they are necessary, but they don’t always address the underlying causes of burnout. Vacations are often expected to be the ultimate time to recharge after feeling stress and burnout. It is also assumed that one will return feeling much more [...]
