Quite a few years ago, in late June, I noticed something different about the knuckles on my big toes. They were darker and somewhat callous. How strange. I assumed that perhaps the change was due to the type of sandal that I had worn throughout the greater part of the summer. I shrugged it off... Continue Reading →
When did the parent’s bed turn into the family’s bed? It may seem to have happened overnight. Many families with small children struggle with bedtime in general. A common problem many parents face is getting their children to sleep in their own beds throughout the night. There are various reasons a child may prefer to... Continue Reading →
From a young age, I had always thought about being a parent. It is a period in my life I was and continue looking forward to and maybe you can relate. Perhaps you grew up in a loving family in which you felt included and supported or maybe, it was the opposite. In either case,... Continue Reading →
Are you a teenager that suffers with anxiety attacks or panic attacks? Welcome to my club! Believe it or not, there are more members than you think. When I was first diagnosed with anxiety over a decade ago, I felt like there was something terribly wrong with me. After my first anxiety attack around sixteen,... Continue Reading →
“A walk in nature walks the soul back home.”- Mary Davis, social activist With Earth Day being April 22nd, we can think about how nature corresponds to mental health. In our everyday lives, we constantly hear that being outside in nature will benefit our mental health because we are not cooped up inside and we... Continue Reading →
It is so easy to blame ourselves for past failures. We think if only we had tried harder or been more careful, we could have avoided the outcome we are now facing. We may even beat ourselves up for not being able to accomplish something we really wanted. While it is important to learn from... Continue Reading →
It can be challenging to encourage a friend to seek counseling, especially if they are resistant to the idea. However, as a friend, it is essential to support them and encourage them to get the help they need. Here are some tips on how to encourage a friend to seek counseling: Express your concerns: Start... Continue Reading →
Female friendships are an essential part of life, especially in today's society. With the increasing emphasis on female empowerment and gender equality, women are now connecting with each other on deeper and more meaningful levels. They are forming bonds based on shared experiences, similar interests, and mutual support. Female friendships have become an important source... Continue Reading →
This month is national women's month, so I want to highlight the importance of representation and role models for girls. It is important for young girls to see women who look like them, in a variety of occupations and leadership roles. Seeing other women as plumbers, electricians, preachers and professors is so important in helping... Continue Reading →
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