What is the difference between being alone and being lonely? A person can be alone and feel fine, whereas loneliness is an emotional experience. For example a person who is lonely might still feel that way even in a crowd of people.
Read MoreMarch is a special month. Not only does it bring the first signs of spring, but it's also National Nutrition Month! As a registered dietitian and therapist, I see every day how food connects to mental health. Food isn’t just about what we eat, it’s also about how we prepare it, share it, and experience it with others. The meals we choose can tell stories about our families, cultures, and even ourselves.
Read MoreHave you ever seen a new home? Everything feels fresh and full of possibilities. There’s excitement about making it your own. But as with any new house, the foundation goes through a process of settling. The soil underneath tightens and shifts, causing the house to slowly reach its final position. This is normal, but it can lead to small cracks in walls, uneven floors, or doors that don’t close properly. Most of the time, this settling stops on its own. However, if the house settles too much or unevenly, it can lead to bigger problems, requiring repairs to keep it stable. When this happens, homeowners can feel frustrated and discouraged about their once-exciting new home.
Read MoreAs we celebrate Veteran’s Day (and the Marine Corps birthday!), let’s pause and address the mental health implications of service to country. Those who serve in our armed forces signed on the dotted line, pledging their time, life, and limb. Their family members, on the other hand, do not make this choice. The mental health implications for the military member and their family deserve to be talked about.
Read MoreWhen traveling a year ago, I saw someone wearing a t-shirt that said, “Emotions Destroy Everything”. Oh boy. This made me and those who I was traveling with laugh because we all could relate a little too well. When thinking about feeling emotion, it honestly seems easier to just not let yourself feel. Feeling emotion takes time, energy, is messy, and can really feel just plain down uncomfortable. It seems easier to just push the emotions away, to push them down or push them out. They seem more like a nuisance than helpful. This may be how you feel too. But do emotions really destroy everything? Let’s take a minute to explore this.
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