"Why can't I be normal?" This is a question that I find myself asking a lot lately. My Struggle With Anxiety One mental health diagnosis that I have is generalized…
Walking Meditation and the Intersection
Beginning in Stillness If you’re living, do something, my mind whispered, as I studied the tub's diverter valve. What 13-year-old thinks of taking a bath? It continued. But my body…
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…
How Domestic Violence Impacts Women’s Mental Health
Throughout America, many women find themselves in relationships with men that all of a sudden become verbally and physically abusive. They know that these relationships are not good for their…
Managing OCD: A Path to Recovery Through Vulnerability
Some individuals hear the diagnosis of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and feel a huge sense of relief. Others feel a sense of panic or fear of isolation. In some cases, the…
Reducing your Anxiety during this COVID-19 and Flu Season
With the flu season getting underway and the pandemic still amongst us, many families have found themselves trying to find protection from both contagious illnesses. It has left them with…
Why Bodyfulness Matters to the Mind
A Child's Worry It felt like there were two hearts in my body: one heart in my chest and the other in my throat. We were on our way home…
It’s Election Week! Keep Calm And Safe As Results Come In
This may be one of the most intense presidential elections of our lifetimes (hopefully). So much is on the line, such as COVID-19, reproductive rights, LGBTQ rights, and the rights…
Seasonal Depression in a Pandemic: Winter Is Coming
In the past six months, I have listened to more news, science, opinions, and press conferences than ever before. In this age of instant information, it is a blessing to…
Keep On Keeping On: The World Needs the Gift of You
The Before Living with suicidal ideation is extremely difficult. Being easily triggered is the worst part. Negative thoughts always find a way into my mind, no matter the circumstance. I…