Often we hear that it’s important to have hope. But what is hope exactly and how does it help our mental health? What is Hope? Hope is a state of optimism that something good can happen or change for the better. It’s optimism for the future that something can…
Everyone experiences anxiety from time to time. Moments of anxiety may be warranted because it can motivate you to stay alert and aware, or motivate you to make positive change. When it’s a healthy level of anxiety, it’s not impacting your functioning. But it needs to be proportional to the…
If you have a loved one, a spouse or partner, a family member, or a friend, who passed away from addiction, you may be feeling a wide variety of emotions. Loss from addiction can result in more complicated and conflicting feelings that can be difficult to accept and process. This…
Do you have a loved one with a drug, alcohol, or gambling addiction? Whether it’s your spouse or partner, a family member, or a friend, it can greatly impact your life and well being. When you are caring for someone else – whether it’s because of addiction or not –…
April is Earth Month, and while many people focus on what we can do for the planet, it’s also a good time to remember what nature does for us, specifically when it comes to mental health. We’ve all heard that spending time in nature is good for us, but how…