Psychotherapy outcome researchers repeatedly evidence the strength of the therapeutic relationship to be the best predictor of successful treatment. Why is seeing a therapist any different from confiding in a…
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How Scheduling “Worry Time” Can Help You Relax
Everyone worries from time to time. Worry can even be helpful when it motivates us to solve problems. But when we are preoccupied with “what ifs” and worst-case scenarios, or…
5 Ways Spring Cleaning Can Improve Your Life
Warmer weather often brings with it intentions of spring cleaning. Keeping your spaces tidy might be lower on your list of priorities when your schedule gets busy; with a long…
What to do When the Winter Blues Don’t Go Away
Winter blues versus seasonal depression The winter months brought with them colder temperatures, overcast skies, late sunrises, and early sunsets. For many people living at northern latitudes, the winter climate…
3 Ways to Fit Self-Care Into a Busy Schedule
Self-care can be difficult to prioritize in our daily lives. However, the importance of stress relief and self-care for mental and physical health is becoming clearer all the time. For…
3 Ways to Enjoy the Benefits of Nature
The turn of the season brings with it warmer temperatures, more sunny days, and budding plant life. With these changes comes the invitation to reconnect with nature and enjoy the many…
7 Tips for Practicing Self-Care
In a culture that celebrates busyness and productivity, it’s easy to overlook your own needs. But practicing self-care isn’t selfish — it’s essential. By intentionally making time for rest, reflection,…