Posts tagged mental wellness
Fall Into Positive Change: How to Navigate Life Transitions and Set Boundaries During Stressful Times

As the leaves begin to change and the crispness of fall sets in, many of us are reminded of the constant shifts in life. Just as the trees shed their leaves and prepare for winter, we too go through seasons of transformation—whether through external changes like moving to a new city or internal shifts like reevaluating personal priorities. For many, this time of year also brings stress, anxiety, and feelings of burnout as we navigate these transitions. It can be a busy, overwhelming period that requires intentionality and self-care.

Fall presents a powerful opportunity to reflect on where we are in life, what’s no longer serving us, and how we can set healthier boundaries to protect our mental health. Life transitions, while often stressful, can also be a time of great personal growth and positive change.

Let’s explore how to approach life transitions with intention, how to set boundaries during these times of stress, and how to manage anxiety and burnout along the way. Whether you’re dealing with a career shift, a change in relationships, or just feeling the effects of seasonal transitions, this guide will provide you with tools to help navigate your journey.

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The Impact of Summer Ending on Mental Health: Navigating the End of Summer Blues

As the sun sets on summer and we begin to trade in our swimsuits for sweaters, it’s not uncommon to feel a bit of a mood shift. The transition from the lazy, hazy days of summer to the cooler, more structured days of fall can bring about what many refer to as the "end of summer blues." If you’re feeling a little down as the season changes, you’re not alone! Let’s dive into why the end of summer can mess with your mood and what you can do to keep your mental health in check during this time.

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Self-Care vs Self-Indulgence: Finding the Balance

What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you hear the term “self-care?” For many of us, our minds are flooded with images of bubble baths, long days at the spa, shopping sprees, and other things that are generally either unattainable or unrealistic to do regularly. Sure, those activities might be part of self-care for some people, but self-care has become such a buzzword these days that its meaning has been skewed and often confused with self-indulgence. This confusion overshadows the deeper meaning and purpose behind true self-care practices. 

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Not “Just Another Pride Month Blog”

Pride month is a time for communities worldwide to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community! For us, this isn’t just something we’re checking a box off to keep the status quo. Even though Pride is something we’re passionate about acknowledging year-round, we can’t pass up the opportunity to speak about a topic so important to us as a practice. One of the crucial aspects of celebrating Pride is ensuring effectiveness as allies. 

Today, let’s talk a little bit about the reasons why allyship is important and how to do it well! Allyship is essential because it acknowledges and actively addresses the systemic inequalities and injustices faced by marginalized communities. 

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Ways to Help Someone Struggling with Depression

For most people, supporting someone struggling with depression doesn’t come super naturally. This can be because of a variety of factors including lack of experience or knowledge about handling depression, discomfort with experiencing their own negative emotions, or simply being unaware that they can truly make a difference in the experience of the person they love.

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