Soothing Sundays – Self-Care Is a Necessity

Self-care is the act of taking care of your overall well-being. It’s about taking proper care of yourself which looks different for everyone. Self-care isn’t always fun. Sometimes it’s scheduling that doctor’s appointment you’ve been avoiding, tackling the week-old sink full of dishes, or finding the strength to take a shower after being consumed by […]

8 Tips for Holiday Self-care

Considered the most wonderful time of the year, the holiday season is a time to celebrate and surround yourself with close friends and family. However, for some people, the holidays bring about a great amount of stress. While this time of the year can be joyous, it can also be painful for some individuals who […]

Coping with Seasonal Affective Disorder

As the leaves fall from the trees and the sun sets before 6 p.m., some people look forward to the change of seasons. For others, this time of year can cause a change in mood that can last for months or until the season changes again. This shift in mood is known as seasonal affective […]

What to Expect During Your First Therapy Session

Going to therapy for the first time can be intimidating. The first time I went to therapy I was 11. My mom hauled me down to the therapist’s office and I waited impatiently to be called back. At the time, I hated my mom for forcing me to go to therapy and I knew I’d […]

Elevating My Life – Life Update

Lately, I’ve been going through the usual ups and downs of life. Some days I’m full of joy and loving everything about life. Others, it feels like things are falling apart. This range of emotions is also likely due to me having bipolar disorder and experiencing intense mood swings. I also tend to be a […]