What are you giving your Valentine this year? Is it a box of yummy candies or an elegant dinner? What will your sweetheart give you? No matter the gifts you exchange, may you both receive happiness. If you're unsure whether you and your partner will feel happy this Valentine's Day, perhaps you should give each [...]
Depression can be an incredibly painful experience, both physically and emotionally, for several reasons: Chemical Imbalance: Depression often involves imbalances in neurotransmitters like serotonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine in the brain. These chemicals regulate mood, emotions, and physical responses. When these chemicals are out of balance, it can lead to feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and [...]
When we thoughtfully address our overall wellness, we boost our ability to achieve and maintain good mental health. Let's explore implementing that concept today. Our Habits Impact Our Well-Being Good habits can boost our mental health. Practicing daily personal hygiene makes us feel confident. A reliable sleep regimen restores us. When [...]
In a world that often expects us to present our best selves at all times, depression can be an isolating and painful experience. It's a silent battle that many face, yet it remains shrouded in stigma and misunderstanding. But behind the facade of sadness and despair, there lies a deeper [...]
How is your winter going? Are you frustrated that it's not even Groundhog Day yet? Do you hope that overgrown rodent predicts a swift end to 2024's winter? If you are currently in the throes of winter blues, our insights can help. What Is the Clinical Name for the Winter Blues? It's common to become [...]
A couple's therapy session typically involves a licensed therapist or counselor working with a romantic couple to address and resolve issues within their relationship. The specific dynamics of each session can vary based on the therapist's approach and the unique needs of the couple, but here are some common aspects: Assessment and Goal Setting: [...]
When your new year begins with a couple of unexpectedly difficult weeks, you might feel like you've lost your compass. Our tips can help you rediscover your path. Give Yourself Permission to Reboot To many, a fresh January’s initial moments are invigorating, but the first day of a calendar year is [...]
Many people throughout the Midwest USA found themselves buried by a series of snowstorms in mid-January 2024. The winter season went from calm and relatively warm to full-on over a foot of snow and below freezing temperatures in a matter of 3 days. Many people had to deal with power [...]
Emotional maturity is about your ability to understand and manage your emotions. An emotionally mature person has reached (and continues to work at reaching) a level of self-understanding with regard to their thoughts and behaviors and then decides how to best approach and cope with situations that might otherwise be trying or challenging. Being [...]
As the new year arrives, you may be wondering about the power of New Year's resolutions. Have you set resolutions in the past that simply did not work? We have some thoughts. Most Resolutions Revolve Around Goals Let's think about typical resolutions: I will lose 50 pounds. I will quit smoking. [...]
