When I was younger I enjoyed playing with the boys, riding bikes and catching salamanders, I would say I strived for adventure. But growing up wasn’t always adventures, it was lonely at times, feeling I always was out of place or had to act a certain way to fit in. Looking back on the years […]
Trauma
Are you addicted?
Addiction Do you or someone you know suffer from addiction? Yes, addiction can come in all forms, not just drug addiction. Pornography, sex, gambling, over-eating, shopping and many many more. Addiction is just that, being addicted to a particular substance, place or thing. Here are a few red flag warnings you may be addicted to […]
When Is It Time for Therapy?
Counseling, when is the right time? When is it the right time to seek counseling? Counseling services are designed for anyone who needs help to get through their daily life, who seek comfort, in a confidential atmosphere to speak on some of the following but not limited to; adjusting to college life (roommate issues, time […]
Fear Me Not
Do you fear? Fear is so much more than being scared when you watch a scary movie or maybe you fear something like spiders, water, fire or being alone. What is fear? Fear is an unpleasant emotion caused by the belief that someone or something that is dangerous, will likely cause pain, or cause a […]
Feeding Your Mind
Most of us believe that what we put in our bodies will be the outcome on how our bodies will adapt to disease, our environment and daily living. Maintaining a healthy diet every day isn’t as easy as it sounds. With life going a million miles a second fast-food can be a quick and easy […]
Masterpiece of a Woman
The fight for women’s suffrage In the United States began with the women’s rights movement in the mid-nineteenth century, between the years 1848-1917. One hundred years ago, women were expected to be wives and mothers, tasked with raising good, moral citizens and keeping comfortable homes. Most women didn’t have careers, with the exception of teachers, […]
May is for Mental Health
The History of Mental Health Awareness Month Mental Health Awareness Month was first celebrated in 1949 and every year after that. It was originally organized by the Mental Health America organization that later became known today as National Mental Health Association. A man named Clifford Whittingham-Beers from Connecticut, who was born in the year 1876 […]
Your Sign to Not Give Up
Don’t give up When you feel like you want to just throw in the towel and give up… who do you turn to? Suicide is a name that many feel uncomfortable for some to speak on. Suicide is death that is caused by injuring oneself with the intent to die. An attempt is when someone […]
Is it disordered eating?
How do you deal with your emotions? 24 million Americans and 70 million individuals worldwide suffer from an eating disorder. Do you.. Do you overeat, count your calories, drink lots of water or maybe eat when no one is watching? A eating disorder is a medical illness that disturbs one’s behavior in eating. It […]
What Does It Mean to Get Old?
Have you ever wondered what it was like to get old? In my school years I remember looking up to adults and thinking any age in adulthood was “old.” My parents were old, my grandparents were old, even my teachers were old. It wasn’t till my 30’s that I saw a change…my skin was changing; […]
When Trauma Knows Your Name
Do you remember your first kiss, your first date or maybe it was just simply remembering when you liked your first crush? When we are younger as early as 6 years old, we start engaging in sexual interest from the same sex to the opposite. We show love by smiles, holding hands, flirting, drawings and […]
Mommy Sobriety
Sobriety in an Age of Mommy-Wine Hey ladies! Let’s meet up at my place Thursday night for an hour or two, and I can tell you all about my side business. There will be wine…. LOTS of wine! Snacks, friends, fun, and wine! Who’s in? I read the message. Then read it again. Not long […]
Saying “No” This Holiday Season
It’s Okay to Say “No” The holidays are coming. For most of us, that means family gatherings. You might be coming up to these festivities with joy, stress, or a combination of both. The holidays are stressful, and we’re already in stressful times. Do you dread the coming holidays? Do you worry about […]
Bipolar Disorder or Borderline Personality Disorder?
Bipolar disorder and borderline personality disorder (BPD) have some similar symptoms but are two completely different conditions with different approaches to treatment. Both bipolar disorder and borderline personality disorder involve impulsive behavior and mood swings but there are some distinguishing characteristics that set them apart from one another. Characteristics of Bipolar Disorder Bipolar disorder […]
Relieve COVID Anxiety
Just when we thought it was okay to not wear a mask and go out again, the Delta variant arrived, sending us into a ‘Second Wave’. The recent COVID-19 spike has hit our mental health and many are struggling to cope with the stress and anxiety related to the situation. But there are things you […]
