Christmas, a season characterized by joy and celebration, can paradoxically exacerbate mental health issues for many individuals. The expectations surrounding the holiday season, including social gatherings, gift-giving, and family interactions, often create...
The American dream-a walk in closet. The dining room has become a disposable section of the home that served some more important function at some stage of our development. Many of them sit gathering dust, patiently awaiting the next Thanksgiving. Many of them...
Going to therapy can feel like stepping into a new world, one that’s both intimidating and freeing. I remember my first session vividly; I sat nervously in an uncomfortable chair, feeling exposed with sweaty hands. As people passed by the UNO counseling center, I...
Some say I’m a food snob. I don’t disagree, though I think it is worth breaking down the definition. Do I like hole in the wall, local spots? Totally! Do I love fine dining? Yes, of course. Do I like the wild mix and matchups a funky little spot like Night Owl...
When your therapist tells you, you should have an arsenal of coping skills-it turns out they really mean it. As most people know, I am a runner. Running has been my longest and healthiest relationship-I hit my 23 year mark this summer. I use it to remain physically...
Grief is a powerful and universal human emotion that can have a profound impact on an individual’s mental and emotional well-being. It is important to recognize that grief is a natural response to loss, whether it be the death of a loved one, the end of a...
When grounding, paying attention to our senses is a great place to start. We all know the basic 5 (taste, texture, smell, sound and sight), but did you know we have three more? Our vestibular system connects to our body movement. Proprioception is the sense of...
We can think of our anxiety as the tide. Our anxiety levels will go in and then they will go out. This is not dependent on being diagnosed with an anxiety disorder! At times when we feel our anxiety levels are creeping higher than we would prefer, grounding...
Self-care has become a buzzword in recent years, with countless articles, books, and social media posts promoting its importance. If Facebook tries to sell me this aromatherapy machine one more time…While the concept of self-care is undoubtedly valuable, it has also...
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that occurs during specific seasons, most commonly in the fall and winter months. It is characterized by symptoms such as low mood, lack of energy, increased sleepiness, and weight gain. SAD is believed to be...
