Making the Most of This Quarantined Spring Break

DESIGNED BY UNSPLASH “You will never look back on life and think, ‘I spent too much time with my kids.’” ~Unknown A good friend of mine recently posted a darling picture of her family–toddler and all–hiking along a trail in the foothills of Utah. She said their family had a goal in 2020 to spend […]

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What to Expect When You Are Expecting…To Start Therapy

DESIGNED BY UNSPLASH “Psychotherapy can be one of the greatest and most rewarding adventures, it can bring with it the deepest feelings of personal worth, of purpose and richness in living.” ~ Eda Leshan In 2018, 56.7% of U.S. adults with a mental illness did not receive treatment. Maybe you are thinking about seeing a […]

Therapy is the New Self-Care

PHOTO BY ALEXA VOSSLER “Discovering the truth about ourselves is a lifetime’s work, but it’s worth the effort.” ~ Fred Rogers Life can be draining. We are constantly surrounded by a barrage of common, everyday stressors like financial strain; employment, unemployment or deployment; addiction; sickness; or familial discord. If we are not careful, life’s demands […]

A Guide to Thriving in the Holiday Season Single

DESIGNED BY UNSPLASH During the holidays, single individuals have the unique opportunity to take up new traditions, cultivate a sense of home and celebrate the relationships that they do have. It’s the most wonderful time of the year! This month is full of dinners, parties, events, service, and gatherings.  Because the holiday season is very […]

Yoga: Changing How You See Yourself

DESIGNED BY FREEPIK “Yoga is the journey of the self, through the self, to the self.” – Bhagavad Gita. Yoga is more than stretching, deep breaths and handstands. It is not just for those who are flexible or have good balance. It has been said that it can change your life. I decided to do […]