Here are some tips for using mindful communication to express ourselves in ways that feel honest and real.

Give it a try, you may find a new best friend!

While research supports that the most effective treatment for mental health is a combination of medication and therapy, many utilize medication only, believing therapy will not be helpful while others work hard in therapy and do not see medication as an option. There are a few reasons for this difference in beliefs.

Being unemployed can be tough. Here are a few suggestions that can keep you mentally healthy while you ride out the job search.

“The two most important days in your life are the day you are born and the day you find out why.” – Mark Twain

Are you considering trying therapy or preparing for your first therapy session? Here’s what to expect.

Do you ever wonder why some people seem to be able to overcome obstacles and struggles more easily than others? That is because they may have more resilience. This is a trait that you are born with, but that can also be worked on and enhanced. Everyone can benefit on working on their resilience, so here are some tips:

It’s often easy to support a close friend when they’re down, however we often struggle with providing the same kindness and support to ourselves.

If you notice that the travel blues is something you get when you return home, accept that it happens then prepare yourself for it.

Therapists frequently suggest tracking your moods in order to understand which triggers or situations lead to certain emotions. If you are seeing a counselor or doctor for any mood symptoms, this can be a helpful tool to update them with in between appointments, make the appointments go smoother, and assist you in staying on topic. Having your moods tracked will help you communicate how you have been feeling if you struggle describing it. It also helps to look back at your mood journal to see how far you have come and what you are capable of accomplishing.