4 Ways to Forgive and Make Peace With Yourself
For almost half of my life, I had a bad habit that made me genuinely dislike my own behavior. No matter where I was, I…
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Perfectionist in a Pandemic: How I Learned to Let Go and Be Present
I always like to have a plan, and I always like when my plans work out exactly how I thought they would. However, I, along…
How to Be a Good Friend to Someone with Depression
Depression is a disease of isolation. I make this claim because depressed people spend a lot of time in their head, with their own thoughts.…
Confidence Through Chords: Learning To Play the Banjo Helped Me Challenge My Inner-Critic
As far back as I can remember, I have struggled with anxiety and depression. My father, who suffered from Schizophrenia, took his own life when…
7 Steps to a Healthy Relationship With the News
On the first of September last year, I woke up to my alarm and immediately started to scroll through Twitter. Before I knew it, I…
How I Knew It Was Time for Therapy
I’ve spent my whole life learning about mental health. My first counseling experience was as a child during my parents’ divorce, and I continued therapy…
Finding Peace Amidst the Politics: How I’m Prioritizing My Mental Health This Election Season
Whether we lean left, right, or center, there’s one thing unifying Americans as we barrel toward November: Our collective angst about the election. Even in…
How to Find a Therapist Who’s a Good Fit
The first time I saw a therapist, I really lucked out. I was dealing with depression after the birth of my first child and wanted…
How to Stay Grounded During Challenging Times
When I was facing a serious health crisis, my life felt like it had been turned upside down. My usual routine of going to school,…
Festivity Infusion: 3 Strategies for Making Weekends Fun During Quarantine
It has been months since I’ve set an alarm clock, worn dress pants, or sat in bad traffic while commuting to and from work, and…
