Even with the best of intentions, sometimes making a loved one feel better is easier said than done. Whether you’re an “expert” at comforting people or freeze up at the first sign of a tear, there’s always more to learn.

We’ve all been in situations where someone treated us unfairly or tried to tear us down, and it can be incredibly tough to resist the urge to strike back. But taking the high road—choosing not to retaliate—can actually help us find more peace in the long run.

As we bid farewell to the old year and step into a fresh chapter of our lives, there's an undeniable sense of opportunity and renewal in the air. The start of a new year invites us to reflect on our dreams and aspirations.

The holiday season is a time for joy, togetherness, and celebration, but for many individuals, it can also mean facing the daunting prospect of spending time with difficult family members. Whether it's a relative who constantly criticizes, an argumentative uncle, or a toxic sibling, being around challenging family members during the holidays can be emotionally taxing.

If you follow us on Instagram or Facebook, you’ve likely seen the Self-Affirmations that we post regularly. These affirmations are more than a simple social media - they are a tool that can truly have an impact on your mental health and well-being.

When was the last time that you curled up in a cozy spot with a good book, magazine, or online article? Given the fact that you’re currently reading this blog post - you can pat yourself on the back for including this week’s post in your routine!

Questions we ask ourselves when we’re feeling anxious or nervous about something frequently begin with “What if…?” Anticipation of what might happen can be helpful, but it can also cause unnecessary stress when the anticipation turns into worry.

We are experiencing record-high temperatures all around the country this summer. You may have even thought to yourself, “This is the type of heat that makes people lose it!”

To forget things on occasion comes along with being human. However, we may feel guilty about our forgetfulness - especially when we forget things that typically come naturally to us.

“Be mindful of…” is the start of a sentence we’ve all heard before. However, what does it truly mean to be “mindful,” and how can we incorporate it into our everyday lives?

Some might say that falling in love is easy, but how often does that expression refer to falling in love with oneself? We pour into our romantic, platonic, and familial relationships with ease, but sometimes find that falling in love with ourselves takes a bit more effort.

The sun is shining, the days are longer, and sometimes - all you really want to do is sit down for a good old-fashioned do-nothing-day. However, we’ve all had days when we have had things that we should be doing but just don’t quite feel like doing.

Do you find yourself frequently shrinking your needs to fit the needs and wants of others?

As Earth Month comes to an end, we’d like to help remind you of both the beauty and benefits of spending time with Mother Nature.

Is it possible to matter too much? This Psychology Today article, written by Scott Barry Kaufman, dives into the human need to matter.

In celebration of Women’s History Month, we are spotlighting Women-Owned Businesses! It’s our honor to introduce our final spotlight, Dr. Deborah Chiles, founder of Dr. Chiles Psych. Consulting.