The Wellness Diary
Insights, advice, new research, tips and tricks, and new resources to help you with your mental health journey.
How to Cope with Invisible Disabilities
Invisible disabilities, such as chronic pain, ADHD, and mental health conditions, present unique challenges. This guide explores coping strategies to build resilience, manage symptoms, and communicate your needs effectively.
Supporting the Mental Health of California Wildfire Victims
California wildfire victims face immense emotional and relational challenges. This guide offers practical strategies to support their mental health and foster recovery.
The Importance of Coming Together During Natural Disasters as a Community
Natural disasters test our resilience, but communities that come together can overcome challenges more effectively. Explore the importance of unity, support, and collective action in disaster recovery.
Understanding and Coping with Vicarious Trauma Due to the Wildfires in Los Angeles
Vicarious trauma impacts those who empathize deeply with wildfire survivors. This guide explores how to recognize its symptoms, practice self-care, and build resilience.
How to Talk to Your Children About Losing Their Homes or Friends Losing Their Homes Due to the Wildfires in Los Angeles
Helping children cope with the loss of a home or seeing friends lose theirs due to wildfires can be challenging. This guide offers actionable advice for supporting your child’s emotional well-being during these difficult times.
Coping with Grief and Loss Due to the Los Angeles Wildfires
The devastating Los Angeles wildfires have left many grappling with grief and loss. Learn practical coping strategies, explore counseling options, and find hope amid the challenges of rebuilding your life.
Pandemic Fatigue - What It Is and How to Handle It
Pandemic fatigue impacts mental health, leaving many feeling exhausted, stressed, and overwhelmed. This guide explores what pandemic fatigue is, its symptoms, and practical strategies to manage it for long-term well-being.
What is the Appropriate Level of Responsibility for My Teen?
Navigating the right level of responsibility for teens can be challenging. This guide explores age-appropriate responsibilities that encourage independence, build life skills, and foster self-confidence.
Will Having a Child Change Your Relationship?
Having a child is one of life’s most profound changes and can impact every aspect of a couple’s relationship. This guide explores the ways a relationship may change after a child and offers strategies to maintain intimacy, communication, and mutual support.
How Trauma Affects Identity
Generational trauma affects more than just behavior; it shapes identity and self-perception. This guide explores the ways trauma impacts identity, with strategies for healing and reclaiming self-worth.
Navigating the Low Points: What It Means to Experience a Depressive Episode
Depressive episodes can significantly impact mental well-being, affecting mood, energy, and daily life. This guide explores what constitutes a depressive episode, its symptoms, common causes, and strategies to manage and seek support.
Five Strategies for Academic Performance Anxiety
Academic performance anxiety is common among students of all ages and can impact focus, well-being, and achievement. This guide explores five effective strategies to help manage performance anxiety and build confidence in academic settings.
AI Friendships – Helpful or Harmful?
AI friendships are becoming more common, providing companionship and support. However, there are concerns about their effects on real-life relationships. This blog examines the advantages and potential risks of forming friendships with AI.
Learning Cultural Competency: Skills for Understanding Diversity and Inclusion
Cultural competency involves understanding, respecting, and adapting to diverse perspectives. This blog offers practical tips for building cultural competency, promoting empathy, and creating inclusive, respectful environments.
Recognizing Symptoms of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) in Children
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) in children can be difficult to recognize, as symptoms may resemble typical childhood behaviors. This guide explores common signs of OCD in children and provides supportive strategies for parents to manage symptoms effectively.
14-Ways to Keep Romance Alive in a Crowded Home
Maintaining romance in a crowded home can be challenging, but there are effective ways to keep the connection strong. This guide offers tips for finding private moments, building intimacy, and nurturing your relationship.
The Role of Shame and Guilt in Trauma
Generational trauma often involves feelings of shame and guilt passed down through families. This blog discusses the origins of these emotions and offers strategies for healing and building resilience.
Decoding Her Desires: A New Perspective on Understanding Women in Dating
Tired of feeling like you need a secret code to understand women in dating? Dive into the intriguing realm of female psychology! From body language insights to the influence of female friendships and confidence in communication, this blog offers valuable tips to help you decode her desires and build stronger connections.
Long-Term Depression and Self-Esteem
Long-term depression can erode self-esteem, impacting daily life and personal relationships. This guide explores how depression affects self-worth and offers strategies for rebuilding confidence over time.
How Remote Work Impacts Mental Health
Remote work has become a new normal for many, offering flexibility but also presenting unique mental health challenges. This guide explores how remote work impacts mental health, the pros and cons, and practical strategies to maintain a healthy work-life balance, reduce stress, and stay connected.