It’s common for people to feel disappointed with others… and then to hold it in. You may fear that expressing yourself will offend, upset, or anger the other person. Or you would rather avoid confrontation altogether. Maybe you worry that by expressing your disappointment, you will hurt their feelings and…
The holidays are meant to be a time for peace, joy, and love. But when you have difficult or contentious relationships, it can really damper your spirit. We all have a family member, colleague, or acquaintance that we don’t particularly care for, but thankfully we don’t have to deal with…
The holidays are usually a time for celebrating with loved ones, but for some it can feel extra lonely. Throughout the year, you might not focus on the loneliness we experience. You might have a robust social life or have a busy schedule, but when the holiday season rolls around,…
When you are a caregiver for someone, it can be rewarding, but also feel frustrating and overwhelming at times. It’s important that you take care of your own mental health and make time for self-care so the caregiving doesn’t jeopardize your own wellbeing. The term “self-care” is thrown around a…
Taking care of our mental health has been increasingly accepted and destigmatized in society. Many companies and organizations allow for employees to use sick time for mental health care. While we all could use a day off to do errands, chores, catch up on doctor’s appointments, etc. and be productive…