Something about turning the volume up, feeling the bass, and dancing to a great song can replenish my mind and body like nothing else. The more I dance, the more…
Author: Katie Martinez
Katie Martinez is a new writer based in Austin TX. She graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with a degree in English and currently works in publishing. She’s interested in the mental health issues young people face and hopes her writing can educate readers and spark more discussions about mental health. In her free time, she likes to read, go salsa dancing, and shop for home décor
Time with Nature Benefits Our Mental Health
When we think of nature, we may think of hiking and camping in the lonesome forest like Thoreau and the romantic poets did (or at least wrote about). From these…
How to Combat Overthinking
“You are so overthinking this!” “I believe you're thinking about it too much.” If I had a dime for every time someone said this to me, I would be a…
Practicing Self-Compassion: Being a Friend to My Own Mental Health
Practicing self-compassion can create positive impacts on our mental health and in our relationships with others. I think of self-compassion as a way of acting like a friend to myself.…
A Lighthearted Perspective on Mental Health
Mental health is a serious and important subject, but a lighthearted approach to healing and coping can be beneficial. Struggling with mental health often feels like a heavy weight. I…
How to Balance Mental Health and Productivity During COVID-19
At the start of the pandemic, a new term gained prominence: productivity culture. We felt determined to use the extra time spent inside to be productive and learn new skills.…
Graduating from College Led Me to Therapy
After graduating from college, I lost a large portion of my sense of purpose and direction. I had worked for 22 years towards a degree and thought of little else…
Reading Books Can Benefit Your Mental Health
Around this time of year, I often begin to feel lonelier and struggle to feel connected with others. Lately, I’ve turned to a beloved pastime: reading. Reading always reminds me…