by RefreshMH | Oct 26, 2018 | life transitions, Uncategorized
Changes can be stressful, but they are particularly stressful when they alter the trajectory of your life. Getting married, buying a house, starting a family, moving to a new city – these are just some of the major life changes you may face in the future. You may not...
by RefreshMH | Aug 29, 2018 | depression, life transitions
Depression has no age limit, but it can be particularly common among older adults. Depression is not part of aging, but the life transitions that come with getting older can spark depression. If you’ve been feeling sad, unmotivated, or uncharacteristically...
by RefreshMH | Aug 23, 2018 | depression, life transitions, Uncategorized
Retirement is known for being a blissful time of freedom, but for many adults, it is a difficult life transition. Days that were once filled with work now feel empty and confusing. If you are approaching retirement or have struggled during the transition, know that...
by RefreshMH | Jul 26, 2018 | life transitions, Uncategorized
The transition from college student to college grad is a lot more complicated than it sounds. Your days of studying and homework are replaced with job hunts, networking, or working in a new environment. In order to make the most of your degree, you need to have a...
by RefreshMH | Jul 17, 2018 | addiction, couples counseling, depression, life transitions, Uncategorized
Ever look back on a movie from years ago and see it in a whole new light? That’s the experience I just had with Runaway Bride, a classic romantic comedy from 1999. As I laughed and cried watching Julia Roberts fall in love with Richard Gere, I reached a scene...
by RefreshMH | Jun 1, 2018 | life transitions, mental health, Uncategorized
Dating as a widow comes with unique challenges. By now, you’ve handled the grief and set yourself up financially, but it still seems strange to jump into the dating scene. I lost my husband when I was 26, and I did not know any other widows in my life. Every...