Impulsive behavior and ADHD go hand in hand. Though ADHD is not the only mental health barrier and/or diagnosis that comes with the experience of impulsive behavior, in this post... read more →
Heartbreak: A Personal and Scientific Journey Florence Williams ______ Jessica says: Read this book if you are interested in the science related to heartbreak or loss. The author... read more →
It's happened again....Valentine’s day. We originally published this post just before the pandemic changed everything. But time marches on and here we are again. For many people Valentine's Day means... read more →
Introverts are often misunderstood, especially in a world where the extroverted personality is celebrated. If we want alone time, for instance, it’s hard for others to grasp. Or if we’d... read more →
6 Ways to Practice Spontaneous Meditation for Everyday Moments When we hear the word “meditation” we may conjure up an image of someone sitting lotus position in a secluded room... read more →
When you live with an anxiety disorder, any moment can become one that creates a slow-rising panic within you. Life is normal one second and the next, you feel your... read more →
What does it mean to have a healthy self-esteem? Some people think it means you are okay with how you look. Other people think you must accomplish something big in... read more →
Engaging Mindfully, Not Mindlessly, in Everyday Life These days, the term mindfulness has become part of our cultural vernacular. Most people have a general sense of what mindfulness means, such... read more →
Years ago, the idea of seeing a therapist for help navigating through a difficult event or an emotional struggle was often stigmatized, portrayed as a sign of weakness or of... read more →
Finding the right therapist can be challenging. At first glance all therapists may seem alike, but no therapist is right for everyone. Despite the difficulty, it is important to find... read more →
The struggle of infertility can be all-consuming. Between running to medical appointments, tracking your temps, conducting hours of internet research, and trying to ignore that constant voice in your head... read more →
You are going through a challenging time. Maybe your boss is giving you a hard time, your significant other is not listening to your concerns, or your mother is nitpicky... read more →
No one plans to develop a reliance on alcohol or other substances. But too often, before you know it, you can feel out control or, at the very least uncomfortable,... read more →
More than one kind of loss When we think of grieving we automatically conjure up an image of someone suffering the loss of a loved one. Whether it is a... read more →