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It’s commonplace and even expected for all of us to stay busy, constantly communicate, and multitask. We workout at 2am while shopping on our phones, then have food and groceries delivered to our front doors while simultaneously answering emails while in bed and binging an entire season of House.
Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the busyness of your environment – the people, the noises, the tasks, or even your own racing thoughts? Mindfulness is a technique that allows people to escape the clutter of their mind, let go and be fully present in the moment.
For many people, summer is marketed as a season of freedom, adventure, and relaxation. Social media feeds are filled with beach photos, tropical vacations, backyard barbecues, and endless reminders to soak up every moment of sunshine. While summer can certainly bring joy and excitement, it can also trigger a surprising amount of anxiety. The “summer scaries” are definitely real, and they often show up in ways that don’t get talked about nearly enough.
One of the most challenging concepts for people to wrap their minds around is that two seemingly opposite things can be true at one time. I talk with clients about this challenge frequently as it is often the case when we are going through a major life transition, like I personally am now.
If you haven’t been living under a rock, you are likely aware of AI use and its growing popularity in virtually every area of our lives.
Friday, October 10th, 2025, was World Mental Health Day.  How did you commemorate this observance?  Honestly, I gave it a brief thought and carried on with my day.  I wasn’t intentional about how I managed my mental health on this day, and I don’t think that was the point.
Suicide touches so many more lives than most people realize. While suicidal ideation doesn’t always lead to suicide, it’s still dangerous, underreported, and not really talked about for several reasons.
When you think of the term “life-giving,” what comes to mind? Let’s talk about it!
“Have you ever considered journaling before?” is a question I ask most of my clients. Usually I get a direct response of either, “Yes, I love journaling” or “No, I don’t want to try that”.
June is a month to celebrate awareness, and while there are many causes celebrated during this month, one of the most visible is Pride.