Connection Between Health and Happiness
Health and happiness. Everyone talks about them like they’re simple choices—eat better, work out, sleep more. Sure, those things help, but the truth is… a lot of it comes down…[...]
Making Therapy Accessible
Seeking therapy can feel impossible occasionally. And weirdly, the hardest part isn’t always the courage—it’s paying for it. Call around and you’ll hear numbers like $120, $180, even $250 an…[...]
Strategies for Anxiety and Depression
Teacher and student giving each other a high five in a library. Elementary school boy having a private lesson with his teacher. Tutoring and student support in a primary school.…[...]
My Experience with Service Learning
Multi-racial volunteers are packing food donation boxes in a food bank, wearing matching t-shirts When I first heard “service learning,” I kind of rolled my eyes. It sounded like another…[...]
Learning to Love Again After Incarceration
Incarceration can take many things from you—freedom, opportunities, and sometimes even yoursense of self. But one of the hardest things to reclaim after prison is the ability to love and…[...]
How Childhood Trauma Affects Us and How We Can Heal
Beginning When you’re depressed, it might feel like a thick fog that covers everythingin your life, from your relationships to your job and even your basic self-care. It’s notsimply being…[...]
Getting Screened for Cancer Can Save Lives
Did you know the second leading cause of death in the United States was cancer? That’s right! Many people don’t realize the importance of cancer screening until it’s too late.…[...]
Staying Safe and Warm During Extreme Weather
Picture this. It’s summertime, and the weather is bad. It's super-hot outside, you have several errands to run, and you feel like you’re about to pass out. This kind of…[...]
What to Do If You Don’t Feel Safe at Home
When you are at home, it should be a secure environment. However, people occasionally experience fear or hurt in their own homes. There is always help available if this happens…[...]
How Not to Feel Nervous When Speaking with Your Child’s Teacher
You would be surprised to know that some parents have a hard time speaking to their child's teacher, not because they’re scared to hear bad news but simply because of…[...]