Sleep is one of the most important factors in having a healthy, balanced lifestyle. Sleep can determine our mood, behavior, level of activity, and so on. Most people can say that if they do not sleep well one night, the next day or even next few days may result in feeling sluggish and irritable. [...]
On February 24th, 2022, Russia declared war on Ukraine. Many people have found themselves feeling uneasy about this trying time and have questioned how to handle yet another world crisis. Some would like to stand up and fight with Ukraine and others are concerned about the safety of their home country. The last two years [...]
You are worthy of self-love. Many of us have heard that self-care is important and that we need to make it a priority. Yet, what about when we have busy schedules and lifestyles? What about for the parents, the caregivers, the people who work long shifts or multiple jobs? Let’s face it, life gets [...]
What is Enmeshment? As relational beings, we have the core desire to love and be loved. This desire is inherently GOOD, but certain factors can cause this desire to become distorted. One way love and connection can become distorted is through enmeshment. Enmeshment is when the lives of two or more people become so intertwined [...]
Our Bodies Post-Holiday Being in mid-February, the holiday season came and went, the Gregorian New Year and Lunar New Year have begun, and Valentine’s Day is officially over. This season of festivities has officially been drawn to a close (for now!) and we all get a chance to step back and relax…right? For some, the [...]
What is SAD? After the excitement of the holiday season ends and we begin a new year, Winter can begin to feel like a drag. We find ourselves dreaming of warmer weather and craving breaks from our daily mundane routines. While experiencing bouts of sadness in any season can be completely normal, those who deal [...]
Impact of Chronic Pain Chronic pain is impactful not only physically, but emotionally as well. Chronic pain is linked to stress, which in turn, is linked to lower wellbeing Abdallah, C. G., & Geha, P. . Additionally, while we are still in February, colder weather (for my northern hemisphere readers!) can lead to a flair [...]
With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, love is in the air. For some of us, it can feel like love is in the air a little too much. While there is often an emphasis on romantic love this time of year, it can be easy to neglect what I argue to be the most [...]
Five Love Languages It’s February and you know what that means... chocolates, hearts, flowers, and lots of plushies coming to stores near you! But, what does one do when they want something unique for themselves and their partner that doesn't fit the yearly cliche? Well, I would like to introduce to you “The Five Love Languages” [...]
Making Decisions... Every day, we make many decisions. There are two main types of decisions-making we engage in: closed-end decisions and open-ended decisions. Closed-end decisions involve clear-cut options. Some example scenarios may include, Do I accept this job offer? Should I buy this sweater in grey or blue? or Do I make my appointment at [...]
