Motherhood; The Gratifying Journey Motherhood is one of the most demanding and gratifying roles many of us will play. However, being a mom can be a lonely journey with little to no reward when seen against other areas of our [...]
Working moms are modern-day superheroes, while dads feel a shift in their superhero ability. We aren't complaining, but we do have tips for adjusting. Being a stay-at-home dad was never part of my husband's and my plan. However, life has [...]
Laughter Therapy is Therapy You know what they say...laughter is the best medicine. When was the last time you had a real "belly laugh?" You know, the kind of laugh that makes breathing hard and your belly hurt? Don't [...]
What's going on in that teen brain? Every so often, you will hear an adult say, "I remember when I was a teen...," and that statement usually is correct before they mention how much the world has changed since they [...]
More than 22 million adults in the United States have struggled with substance abuse or addiction. The numbers continue to grow while communities are drifting further apart. Now more than ever, it’s time to ban together in support with friends, [...]
We've been in this pandemic for quite a while now. At first, it was crisis mode. Like, trying to find groceries and toilet paper. Figuring out how to do everything remote. Then there was managing fear and anxiety, constantly watching [...]
Self-Love Tips to the rescue! This is the NEW Mental Health Model, a self-love program designed for busy people. Time and busyness are true enemies of good mental health, aren't they? I mean, certainly, there are people who have a [...]
One of the best traits anyone can have, I think, is empathy. Empathy is a direct route to the heart of how someone is feeling. Unfortunately, if you aren't in touch with your own feelings, it's impossible to have true [...]
Somewhat distracted, surrounded by chaos, battling the pervasive news, anxious about the unknown? I hear you and I see you and I want to take a moment to share a few tools in my tool belt on grounding specifically in nature. As [...]
What does it mean to have "mental health awareness." In this month of Mental Health Awareness, the month isn't just asking that we're aware of mental illness. It also asks that we are aware of mental health. The National Alliance on [...]
