Part One: Foundations Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is one of the most widely used and practical approaches in mental health care today. At its core, CBT helps people understand how their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are deeply connected and how changing one can influence the others. This two-part series will break down the key ideas... Continue Reading →
Spring and Summer breaks often gives us something we don’t realize we’ve been missing: a pause long enough to notice how tired we really are. I was on Spring Break this week and during that time I didn’t spend much time working on school work. I gave my brain “time off” and although I felt... Continue Reading →
The day to celebrate mothers is coming up soon. Mother’s Day is a wonderful holiday to show appreciation to all moms for the hard work they do all year. So this is your PSA to start thinking about what you want to buy your mom to show your love. Most moms have something innate called... Continue Reading →
As we transition into spring and the weather begins to warm up, nature slowly comes back to life. Birds start to sing again, flowers begin to bloom, and new leaves appear on trees that were bare all winter. After months of cool and gray skies, these small changes can feel refreshing and full of life.... Continue Reading →
According to the National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN), Intimate Partner Violence (IPV), also known as domestic violence, occurs when one person intentionally harms, threatens, or controls a current or former partner or spouse. Abuse may develop as a repeated pattern of coercion and control, but even a single incident can be a warning sign.... Continue Reading →
Everyone knows at least one person who rarely posts on social media. While others regularly share vacations, celebrations, or everyday moments, this individual seems content staying silent. It’s easy to assume they’re disengaged or missing out on connection. But what if that silence is intentional? What if choosing not to post is actually a sign... Continue Reading →
Ever listen to a song and feel like it was written just for you? There is this Francesca Battistelli song that is running through my brain these days because it reminds me of my life when my procrastination runs amok. There is a line in there about getting pulled over for speeding when you are... Continue Reading →
In the previous blog, I introduced the difference between feedback and criticism. In Part Six, I will address blame and our inner critic. Blame and Burden According to Caldwell, taking responsibility for our actions and for what we have done wrong is essential to regaining our power. It allows us to accept ourselves and learn... Continue Reading →
Anger is a normal human emotion. Everyone feels it at times, perhaps when plans fall apart, when we feel treated unfairly, or when we face ongoing stress. Anger itself is not the problem. In fact, it can serve a useful purpose by signaling that something important needs attention. Trouble arises when anger becomes intense, frequent,... Continue Reading →
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