There’s a scene in Charles Schulz’s iconic holiday classic, A Charlie Brown Christmas, in which Charlie laments to Linus “Christmas is coming, but I’m not happy. I don’t feel the way I’m supposed to feel.” Snowflakes fall softly around them as other Peanuts characters glide across a frozen pond dotted by perfectly shaped pine trees. The… read more
Do I Need to Turn Off the News to be Happy?
In today’s digital age, news comes at us from every direction. Many of us want to stay informed so we know about changes that might affect our lives. Others feel it’s our responsibility as global citizens. Yet, often we turn on the news or open the paper only to be overwhelmed by deeply upsetting events.… read more
Are you being pushed out of your window of tolerance? Ft. Stacey Thompson, LICSW
Have you ever had a day when losing a sock can send you into an emotional tailspin? Or you forget to send an email, and it causes you to question your self-worth? Felt that you were overreacting to something, had no idea why and felt unable to stop? You’re not alone. We’ve all had days… read more
Making It Through a Trauma Anniversary
What is a Trauma Anniversary? Certain times of year bring old memories and associations to mind—for example, the holiday season may find you thinking more about family or personal ties, whereas the summer might get you focused on planning your next getaway. Much of the time, these associations are pleasant and connected to strong memories… read more
End Your Addiction With EMDR, ft. Sara Staggs, LICSW
Seeking treatment for addiction is a powerful first step on your recovery journey. You’re probably familiar with the more traditional models of recovery, like 12-step programs and talk therapy—indeed, these modalities can prove highly effective. Yet for some of us, traditional therapies aren’t quite enough to help us reach our recovery goals. In these instances,… read more
Build Your Resilience
What does it take to overcome a challenge? Whether we’re facing a strict work deadline or trying to teach our kids math, some hurdles seem too Herculean to even get started on. Getting past these difficulties involves more than just hard work—it also involves resilience, or “the process of adapting well in the face of… read more
3 Signs Your Mental Health is Impacting Your Work, ft. Melanie Shapiro, LICSW
Is Your Mental Health Affecting Your Work Life? We all have times where we can’t focus, don’t feel motivated, or want to be alone. But when we’re dealing with chronic mental health concerns like depression or anxiety, these issues can linger and prevent us from being happy and succeeding in our careers. Are you concerned… read more
Increase Your Motivation At Work
You know those movie characters who are always extremely motivated in their jobs? Like the stereotypical detective who takes on extra cases and spends their nights in the station, poring over endless paperwork? Or the confident entrepreneur who seems invigorated by confrontational business calls and tight budgets? Those characters are motivated, passionate, and inspired by… read more
Keep Your Job From Defining You
It’s often the first question we’re asked when we meet someone new: “What do you do?” And while we may do any number of things in our daily lives, from engaging in hobbies to caring for loved ones, those aren’t the answers the other person is looking for. Instead, we’re expected to answer the broad,… read more
Should You Try Animal-Assisted Therapy?
Few people will deny the feel-good qualities of a goofy cat video or a picture of a dog and a bunny cuddling. Yet animals have much deeper therapeutic powers than you may find on a routine Youtube or Tumblr search. More and more people are turning to animals to provide treatment for a variety of… read more
