Back to School Blues
Most transitions are difficult for us humans. However, transitioning back to school- for parents, children and educators- is not always an easy one.
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Most transitions are difficult for us humans. However, transitioning back to school- for parents, children and educators- is not always an easy one.
Instead, we can use social media mindfully: follow accounts that inspire or uplift, take breaks when needed, and focus on our own progress rather than someone else’s milestones. Having gratitude for what we have and patience with our own journey turns scrolling from a source of insecurity into a tool for inspiration.
In a culture that often glorifies productivity, rest is treated like a luxury—something you “earn” after checking enough boxes or pushing yourself to the limit.
Identity Pride Month reminds us of the beauty and complexity of identity—especially sexual identity. Our sense of identity can feel complicated in a world full
People often think about seeking therapy during the darker seasons—when stress, low mood, or seasonal depression can feel heavier. But seeing a therapist when the
Holding space for our feelings begins with honesty. Instead of pushing emotions aside or judging ourselves for having them, we acknowledge what’s real: I’m anxious
Building healthy habits can feel difficult and oftentimes even when we have the best of intentions, we still struggle to implement them or uphold them.
It’s easy to feel overwhelmed when consuming digital media. Our smartphones and laptops give us instant access and constant updates 24/7. “Doom-scrolling” can happen on
Embracing play as an adult can significantly enhance your wellbeing and creativity. It’s easy to get locked into the boredom of a daily routine and
In the rush of daily life, we tend to focus on everything else except ourselves. When I’m juggling an urgent to-do list (The kids have
Spring is a time of renewal. A time we get to slowly awaken, regrow, restart. The process of growth is a slow one. Let’s take
Rather than focus on traditional new years resolutions, what ways can you reflect inwards to build growth?
A few years ago, there was a viral article on Buzzfeed about how millennials have become the burnout generation. To clarify, the article didn’t say
Anger is a very complicated, uncomfortable emotion. We don’t like to feel it because it can make us feel out of control, even afraid of
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