The Pursuit for Meaning in Loss
David Kessler is one of the world’s foremost experts on grief and loss. He is the author of six books and has co-authored two books with Elisabeth Kübler-Ross. David leads one of the most respected grief educator certification programs, is the founder of Grief.com, and also offers an online model of grief support entitled “Tender Hearts” […]
Gratitude and Mental Health
True gratitude is a mindset, an attitude, as well as a practice of living with a deep appreciation for the goodness in life. A grateful person recognizes that positive things come from sources outside of themselves, whether it be other people, nature, or a higher power. This appreciative mindset acknowledges life’s gifts, connects us to […]
How to Manage Emotions and Live a Happier Life
“Confidence is the deep sense that you can handle the emotional outcome of whatever you face and whatever you pursue.” – Dr. Joan Rosenberg, 90 Seconds to a Life You Love Psychologist Dr. Joan Rosenberg has spent her career researching the impact of human emotion on daily life. She has developed a set of very […]
Four (and a Half) Ways to Think About Goals That Actually Help
Every January, many of us set goals with genuine motivation—only to feel discouraged weeks later when life intervenes. That doesn’t mean you’re bad at goal setting. It usually means the type of goal you’re setting isn’t doing the work you need it to do. In my work as a counselor, I often encourage people to […]
The Power of Microhabits: Mini Steps to Major Change
Many of us harbor big expectations for how we want our daily lives to unfold, and believe that establishing a set of healthy routines can profoundly improve our well-being. It’s true – consistent habits like regular movement, eating well, practicing mindfulness, and engaging in our hobbies and social circle can make a significant difference. But, […]
Boundaries in Families – What They Are, and Why They’re So Important
Boundaries are one of those things that everyone talks about but few people really understand. They’re often dismissed as just “saying no” or “building walls,” but boundaries are much more dynamic than that. Think of them like the checkpoints along the border of a country. They aren’t designed to cut you off from the world, […]
Back to School: Reconnecting, Recharging, and Refocusing
As summer winds down and school doors reopen, families often find themselves juggling emotions—excitement, nervousness, and the pressure of shifting into new routines. Whether your teen is entering high school for the first time or preparing for senior year, the back-to-school transition is a pivotal moment for growth. As a counselor who works closely with […]
Slow Down!
I’m sure we’ve all had those mornings on our usual route to work when we hit a dreaded patch of traffic, and things slow to a screeching halt. It’s annoying and frustrating. But have you ever had a moment when, stopped in traffic with nothing else to do, you took a closer look at […]
Burnout Unpacked: Signs, Stages, and Strategies to Recovery
“Burnout is what happens when you try to avoid being human for too long.” – Michael Gungor There are aspects of our lives we can control and others we cannot. In the workplace, we face non-negotiable responsibilities, yet we have the power to influence factors that contribute to burnout. Burnout is more than feeling tired; […]
Embracing the Changing Seasons of Life and Relationships
Just like the world around us shifts with the seasons, our relationships flow and change in beautiful, natural ways. As we transition from spring to summer, we see the earth come alive in new colors, temperatures rise, and days grow longer — and so it is with our connections to others. Relationships are living, breathing […]