COVID & Social Anxiety

COVID & Social Anxiety

As COVID restrictions disappear and the world feels more and more open, many of us are experiencing mixed emotions. As exciting as this is, we may feel concerned about the safety of various settings. Another emerging challenge is social exhaustion and social anxiety....
People-Pleasing & Self Worth

People-Pleasing & Self Worth

Do you put others before yourself? Do people in your life describe you as extremely giving or even selfless? If so, you may be engaging in people-pleasing behaviors. While kindness and generosity are wonderful traits, some of us take them to an extreme. Also,...
Sexual Assault Awareness Month

Sexual Assault Awareness Month

As Sexual Assault Awareness Month comes to a close, it is valuable to reflect on how we can continue to support survivors. Sexual violence exists all around us and impacts all, with disproportionate rates among women, transgender individuals, and racial minorities....
Spring & Mental Health

Spring & Mental Health

Spring is a time of renewal and change, and for some, it can feel like a hopeful, positive time of year. However, a phenomenon that often gets overlooked is the peak of certain mental health issues during spring, including depression and suicidality.   There are many...
The Truth About “Selflessness”

The Truth About “Selflessness”

Do you put others before yourself? Do people in your life describe you as extremely giving or even selfless? If so, you may be engaging in people-pleasing behaviors. While kindness and generosity are wonderful traits, some of us take them to an extreme. This article...
Body Image  & Self-Love

Body Image & Self-Love

As we enter spring, which eventually becomes summer, it is common for people to create “goals” regarding their bodies. March and April are months in which negative body image comes to the surface as people plan for vacations, transition from cold-weather...
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