self-care

Alone time allows you to explore your interests at your own pace! This is not to say that being alone is always a good thing or that people should avoid socializing. There are many benefits to… Continue reading

Our graduate intern Mattie McClaskey shared with us some great insight on self compassion below! Imagine sitting across from a good friend and listening to their distress over a mistake they made at work. Clearly… Continue reading

For some of us, setting boundaries and knowing when to say “no” to things can be difficult. We may feel tempted to keep saying “yes” out of guilt, or struggle with an inner conflict, thinking… Continue reading

It is essential to set goals so that you can strategize how you are going to achieve them. These tips will help you do just that. Start With SMART Goals SMART goals are an efficient… Continue reading

Do you think of yourself as a source of strength? For many people, especially those who often experience anxiety, equating sense of self with strength can be difficult. However, no matter what types of mental and… Continue reading

Have you ever experienced a difficult situation such as losing your job or being injured but were told to “stay positive” by everyone around you? Alternatively, they tell you that if you work hard and… Continue reading

It may seem like social anxiety and introversion are very similar. Social anxiety involves feelings of fear and worry. The fear usually revolves around being judged or embarrassed, or fear of interacting with complete strangers.… Continue reading

Dopamine effects us in many ways. It is the chemical in the brain that regulates emotion, cognition, and motivation. It also influences how people perceive pain, create memories and learn new skills.  While it is… Continue reading

Most of us listen to music for various reasons. The benefits of music can be felt in so many different ways, whether it is entertaining, motivating, or unwinding. So, it’s no wonder that music can… Continue reading

With a lot of uncertainty about the future right now, it’s no surprise that a lot of people have been feeling much more anxious. It’s important to have tools to work through those feelings, so… Continue reading