Trauma Recovery and The Aftermath Of Suicide

General, Wellness

September is Suicide Prevention Month. Unfortunately, the reality is that there are many people suffering the loss of loved ones and friends that have died by suicide.  This post is about trauma recovery and the aftermath of losing someone in this way. As...

How To Cope With Fear And Overcome Anxiety

General, Parenting, Wellness

In today’s post, we’re exploring a couple of simple, yet effective coping strategies to help when you are suffering from fear and anxiety-related mental health issues. While a certain amount of both fear and anxiety is helpful for keeping oneself safe, there are many...

Parenting Through the Pandemic

General, Parenting, Wellness

As parents, we’re dealing with a lot in the wake of Coronavirus. We’re helping our kids with schoolwork. We’re being tasked with serving more meals throughout the day. We’re doing so much more than we’ve ever had to do before. Because of all the newfound woes of...

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...