Over the past few weeks, one of my patients began describing something new happening in her life—something surprisingly simple, yet deeply meaningful. She had been spending her afternoons at a pottery studio, quietly painting the pieces she had made. Afterward, she would walk around town without an agenda. Many of the shops were closed, but…
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What Is Awe? Awe is a complex, often overlooked emotion that arises when we encounter something vast, beautiful, or beyond our understanding. This can include experiences in nature, art, music, spirituality, or even witnessing acts of moral courage or kindness. Unlike joy or excitement, awe tends to shift our focus away from ourselves and toward…
September is more than the transition from summer to fall. It’s a month dedicated worldwide to two deeply important themes in mental health: Suicide Prevention Awareness and Recovery Awareness. Both serve as reminders that mental health touches every one of us—directly or indirectly—and that hope and healing are possible. Changing the Narrative on Suicide The…
Have you ever found yourself losing interest in things you used to love—like a favorite hobby, music, or time with friends? This is called anhedonia, a term that describes the reduced ability to feel pleasure. It’s a common symptom of depression, but it can also appear in anxiety, trauma-related conditions, burnout, and even after major…
We often hear the phrase “get a good night’s sleep,” but sleep is more than just rest—it’s one of the most powerful foundations for mental health. Research shows that sleep and mental well-being are deeply connected, with each influencing the other in important ways. Why Sleep Matters for Mental Health Sleep allows the brain and…
Anxiety is a universal human experience. It’s not just the 30% of people who will meet criteria for an anxiety disorder in their lifetime (Bandelow & Michaelis, 2015). It’s the friend who can’t sleep before a big meeting, the parent who mentally runs through a dozen worst-case scenarios before their child even leaves the driveway,…
Have you ever seen an ad with someone standing barefoot in the grass, simply breathing in the fresh air and connecting with the world around them? Probably not. That’s because no company will pay for it without selling anything! But how often do you see ads promising happiness through an expensive getaway, a luxury meal,…
In today’s culture, self-care is often sold to us as something you need to buy—a luxury spa day, a weekend getaway, a new skincare set, or a perfectly curated morning routine. Social media and advertising have turned well-being into a product, making it easy to believe that taking care of ourselves means spending money. But…
Have you ever asked yourself, “What’s wrong with me?” or thought, “I don’t deserve good things”? If so, you’re not alone. Many people, especially those going through depression or anxiety, struggle with feeling unworthy. But where do these feelings come from? And more importantly, how can we begin to change them? Let’s take a closer…
Many people still confuse mental health with mental illness, but they are not the same. Everyone has mental health—just like we all have physical health—but not everyone experiences mental illness. What is Mental Health? Mental health refers to our overall psychological well-being. It encompasses how we cope with daily stressors, maintain relationships, make decisions, and…
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