Blogs
Mindful Activism: Balancing Mental Health with Advocacy Work
Activism is often born out of a deep sense of injustice and a desire to create meaningful change. For many people with marginalized identities, this work is not just a choice but a necessity.
On Breathing, Health and Wellbeing
Breathing is an automatic process that requires no thought - but with intentional focus on breathing, you can impact your physical and mental health.
The Connection Between Physical Exercise and Mental Wellbeing
When life gets busy, it is easy to forget that maintaining our mental health is just as important as physical health. It is well-known that physical exercise improves physical fitness, but its significant impact on mental health is often overlooked.
Sunshine Guilt and Mental Health
It is midsummer - the sun is shining, there is the slightest breeze, and it is 80 degrees outside, and for whatever reason, you are inside. If the thought of this scenario evokes a somewhat panicked feeling within you, you are not alone.
Creative Expression as Therapy: The Role of Art, Music, and Writing in Healing
Creative expression can be a powerful tool for people experiencing mental health issues. Engaging in art, music, and writing can provide unique outlets for expressing our emotions, creating a pathway to healing that transcends traditional therapeutic methods.
Birth Order, Personality, and Mental Health
One’s birth order within their family has an impactful role in how one’s family sees them and how one sees themself, influencing one’s experiences, outlook, and mental health. So where did these cliches come from and do they have any scientific substance to them?
How Digital Detoxing Can Help You Reclaim Your Mental Wellness
The relentless barrage of notifications, social media updates, and emails can lead to stress, anxiety, and a diminished sense of wellbeing. A digital detox can be a powerful way to reclaim mental wellness and restore balance in our lives.
Crying: Should I? Why can’t I? Could I?
Crying can come with a myriad of associated feelings, from negative to neutral to positive to indescribable. The experience of crying can feel like a distant, unknown relative or perhaps a friend you cannot seem to get rid of for better and/or for worse.
Managing Stress in the Workplace
Acknowledging the importance of mental health and taking proactive steps to support it can transform workplace culture, leading to a more positive and productive environment.
Community: Mental Health Benefits and How to Find It ~ Happy Pride :)
Community is more than a group of people in proximity - it is a shared feeling of connectedness. This sense of community comes with great benefits for one’s mental health, which by now has been well-researched.
Parenting and Mental Health: Nurturing Your Wellbeing While Raising Children
Parenting is a rewarding journey, filled with joy, challenges, and a wide range of emotions. Once people enter parenthood, their focus usually shifts away from themselves and onto their children.
Resentment: To Be or Not To Be
Resentment is a valid and often justifiable feeling in response to a real or perceived event. There often lies a connection to harmful, violent acts and trauma.
What We Can Learn from Birthdays
A birthday is like New Year's Eve—deeply polarizing (some people love it, some people hate it), represents a new beginning, is full of pressure, and sometimes ends in disappointment.
Body Image and Mental Health
Body image is a complex topic that is often simplified into the vantage point of: you are either happy or unhappy with the way your body looks.
The Intersection of Spirituality and Mental Health
When taking a Western approach to psychotherapy, many clinicians overlook this intersection. However, for many individuals within BIPOC and religious communities, spirituality can enhance the therapeutic experience.
Internal Family Systems and Parts Work
Internal Family Systems (IFS) takes this a step further and questions which parts of you are in conflict and why does each part want what it wants?
Building Trust in Relationships
Trust is the foundation of any healthy relationship. Whether with a partner, friend, or family member, trust creates intimacy, security, and mutual respect.
The Gut-Brain Connection
Did you know that humans have two brains? Well, not actually, but the gastrointestinal (GI) tract is lined with 100 million nerve cells, making up the gut’s own independent nervous system called the enteric nervous system (ENS).
The Impact of Ramadan on Mental Health
As the holy month of Ramadan approaches, Muslims worldwide eagerly anticipate a period of spiritual reflection, self-discipline, and community engagement.
ADHD or/and Trauma?
ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disorder involving symptoms such as difficulty focusing, impulsivity, and hyperactivity. It impacts children and adults alike.