Luckily, there are several things we can do to reduce our stress levels and create a sense of peace amidst all the madness. Diet and exercise are great ways to do so, but today we want to discuss an often-overlooked means of coping with stress: breathwork. How can...
While the holidays are an exciting time for many, they can also be quite stressful. Luckily, a thoughtful diet can boost our minds and our bodies during any time of year. We love enjoying cookie exchanges and delicious pies as much as anyone, but we recommend mixing...
We could all use a little bit of a break right now, but what if you could feel a sense of peace and calm at least once every day? Even if you know why practices like meditation are good for you, it can be hard to know where to start. Here are some of our best tips to...
If you’re like millions of Americans, the transition from Thanksgiving to the holiday season means one thing—gift giving! While giving gifts can be very fun (and they are always nice to receive), paying it forward can give you surprising tangible and intangible...
Graduate Degree in ‘Pandemicing’ My experience as a graduate student in midst of a global pandemic By Malka Dubin, M.S. Candidate, Clinical Mental Health Counseling It’s safe to say that 2020 and COVID-19 have brought unexpected hurdles to most humans on planet...
If you’re like many other people in 2020, you’re feeling a little stressed. Between a historic presidential election, a global pandemic and all of the changes to the world around us, it’s hard to maintain good mental health. You want to take a break, but you also want...
COVID-19 has changed many things about our lives, and as we prepare to enter the holiday season, many people are reflecting on the value of family traditions. Even in stressful and trying times, our traditions, rituals and shared beliefs can still unite us. The more...
Now that Labor Day has passed, common fashion advice says that white should stay at the back of your closet until Memorial Day and summer roll around again. However, does that decision to shy away from a color impact our mood? You might be surprised to learn that the...
Labor Day serves as a reminder of the workers who have come before us and worked for better conditions on the job and a better work week. While the 40-hour work week is standard in the world today, how has it changed over time, and how has it impacted our mental...
If you are like millions of other Americans, you have been experiencing strange dreams during the pandemic and turbulence of 2020. You also might be wondering what your dreams mean. Entire industries have been created around dream interpretation and meaning, but is...