The Bright Side to COVID-19

DESIGNED BY UNSPLASH Despite the drawbacks and disappointment that have accompanied these unprecedented times, we can start to see the bright side of COVID and its unexpected effects.  I will be the first to admit that a worldwide pandemic has not exactly been the highlight of my year– in fact, it has been quite the […]

Staying Close While Quarantine Keeps You Far Apart

DESIGNED BY UNSPLASH “Connecting with others is rewarding; it makes us feel like we’re not alone in the world.” ~ Jonah Berger My friend recently told me that when quarantine started, she found herself checking her phone more than she ever had before. She thought about it for a moment and realized that she was feeling […]

Staying Connected with Yourself During Quarantine

DESIGNED BY UNSPLASH For many of my readers, quarantine has meant an increase in responsibilities–helping everyone else survive. How are you helping YOURSELF, though? This edition of Quarantine Talk is dedicated to ways to show yourself love during quarantine. Quarantine has really been something, huh? If you are working from home, you have had to […]

Piecing Together Pockets of Joy

DESIGNED BY UNSPLASH As we creatively cultivate social interaction and learn how to manage our time, our days will be filled with happiness and hope.  Hundreds of factors influence our mental health and well-being. From disruptions in our social contact to our regular routines, the current conditions of the world are placing millions at risk […]

Fighting the Physical Battle for Mental Health

DESIGNED BY UNSPLASH As we make our physical health a priority at this time, we will strengthen our mental capacity to cope, overcome, and press forward.  I often underestimate the relationship between my physical and mental health. I have been reminded of their dependence on each other as I have read information from doctors and […]