Grief during the holidays can be a particularly difficult and isolating experience. The festive atmosphere and cultural expectations surrounding this time of year can make it feel as though everyone else is experiencing joy and happiness, while those who are grieving are left feeling left out and alone. The holiday season can be a time […]
Mental Health Benefits of being Outdoors
We can realize that in this day and age of social isolation and self-isolation, leaving the house without fear of contracting COVID-19 can be difficult. Thousands of people have isolated themselves indoors to protect themselves from the coronavirus, avoiding leaving their homes unless for essential work or errands such as visiting the doctor or going […]
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
What is PTSD? “It’s not the person refusing to let go of the past, but the past refusing to let go of the person.” – Sonawane Raj Post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that can develop after experiencing or witnessing a terrifying event like a natural disaster, a serious accident, sexual […]
Supporting Men’s Mental Health Men’s mental health is often overlooked. Though there are exceptions, men often keep to themselves about their mental health issues and may even ignore serious warning signs about their mental health. Men deserve to have the same support and acknowledgement about their well-being as women do. To support men’s mental health, it is important […]
Practicing gratitude and the effect it has on our mental health Practicing gratitude can bring immense changes to your overall happiness and health. 2020 has packed a powerful to punch to some of us. As this year comes to a close, take a few minutes and look back to recognize the good that this year […]