Adjusting To The New Normal

General, Wellness

As the world began to re-open, a new wave of stress and anxiety followed. Perhaps you’re feeling it now. Adjusting to the new normal isn’t exactly as easy as flipping a switch. You may be asking yourself questions like:   — How can I stay calm knowing I...

Getting Along With Your Partner During Quarantine

General, Wellness

One of the most devastating things I’m hearing about the quarantine is the number of couples that are ready to end things with their partners because they are tired of being “stuck with them.” While most of us across the country are under stay-at-home orders, that...

Dear Parents – Quit Trying to Do it All During the Pandemic

General, Parenting, Wellness

It goes without saying that right now, we’re living in unprecedented times. If you had told me at the beginning of the year, that come March schools would be closed and I would take on additional roles of full-time cook, cleaner, tutor, entertainment host, bed and...

Staving Off Loneliness While In Isolation

General, Wellness

Whether you’re introverted or extroverted, long bouts of isolation can lead to loneliness. The simple fact is, even when we don’t need a lot of human interaction, we are wired to crave being around people. Right now, in the midst of self-quarantines, and businesses...

Talking to Your Kids About Coronavirus

Education and learning, General, Parenting, Wellness

Talking to Your Kids About Coronavirus Turn on any news station, open any social media platform, and you’re likely to see some mention of the Coronavirus. Unfortunately, this pandemic doesn’t appear to be subsiding any time soon. As a result, fear and anxiety levels...

When Is The Right Time to Get a Pet for Your Child

General, Parenting, Wellness

Did you know that February is Responsible Pet Owners Month? As National Today explained, “Owning a pet can be an amazing and rewarding experience, but it is also a great responsibility.”    The idea for the month was to bring awareness to the importance of...