For so many, the holidays are a time of fun and festivities, a time of joy and of happiness that may offer the relished opportunity to relax, unplug, and spend some quality time with friends and family. But sadly for others, it is much more… Read More »Combating the Holiday Blues
Do you find yourself engaging in negative self-talk? Thoughts like “I’m not good enough,” “I can never do anything right,” or “I just know I won’t be able to…” can be harmful and diminish our self-esteem and overall well-being. Yet they may be so familiar… Read More »Reprogramming Negative Self-Talk
By Dr. Tania Diaz When we reference hygiene, we think often of physical hygiene and the importance of maintaining our physical appearance. No one thinks twice about brushing their teeth, combing their hair and bathing regularly. These basic behaviors are societal expectations when interacting personally… Read More »Mental Health Hygiene: Invest in Yourself
Check out the newest article by Dr. Rebecca Osei on Medium! Here’s a snippet: “It’s one thing to tell ourselves we’re being irrational. To invalidate our own thoughts and feelings with proof that they aren’t founded. That our fears are unrealistic. But what happens when… Read More »How algorithms birthed a generation of anxious people
By Dr. Priya Pandit, PsyD The American Psychological Association (2104) defines resilience as “the process of adapting well in the face of adversity, trauma, tragedy, threats or even significant sources of stress.” Simply put, when hard times hit, resilience is the capacity for people to… Read More »Building Resilience in Challenging Times
In this article, Dr. Rebecca Johnson Osei, along with 14 other Forbes Coaches Council members, explores ways leaders may inadvertently lose their team members’ trust, as well as actionable strategies for rebuilding and reinforcing trust with their teams.
As we recover from the excitement of Valentine’s Day, lets look back on this great post by Dr. Tara Pasha about toxic relationships: https://conciergepsychology.com/blog/lets-be-honest/
This Valentine’s Day, honor your mate not with flowers but with a renewed view of your relationship in ways that will show him/her you care throughout the year.
As we enter the new year, we are all familiar with the idea of new year’s resolutions. We want to start the new year with a blank slate; this will be the year we start exercising more, eat healthier, stop smoking, etc. However, frequently we fall short on such hopes for change…in this new year as you consider your resolutions, prepare yourself for the changes you want to make, and as Nike states “Just do it.” And remember, keep your goals SMART.
Holidays can bring up mixed emotions – with the bustle of the season, shorter daylight hours and cooler temperatures there are many factors at play that can impact our mood. Adding to the mix family gatherings, or the lack thereof, can bring about a longing for something different or grieving for what no longer is. As much as this time of year can foster connection and joy, it can also conjure feelings of loneliness, despair, and disappointment.
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