Managing Your Mental Health During a Pandemic
By Jennah Delmonico, Master's-Level Counseling Intern Picture this: It is December 31, 2019, at 11:59pm. You are most likely surrounded by the people you love, soaking up their presence for one last minute of the year. The ball is just about to drop to welcome...
Attention Caregivers: Three (Not So) Simple Tips for Minimizing Holiday Stress
We receive a lot of advice around the holiday season about simple ways to minimize stress. But let’s be honest: nothing about caregiving is simple. You are not alone as a caregiver, but you are unique. You might be caring for a child with special needs – whether that is a disability or a serious, acute illness. You may be caring for aging parents or an ailing spouse. Caregiving may be your full-time job, or you may be balancing a career and a family. Here are just a few ideas for all types of caregivers to consider while you prepare for the stressful holiday season.
How to Handle Partner Conflict and Holiday Stress
The holidays often exacerbate the stressors of relationships. Many times couples find themselves arguing during the holidays over the very things that should be keeping them together. Common holiday conflicts include: where to spend the holidays, how much to spend on presents, in-laws, prep work and cleaning duties, movies vs football, politics, expectations… the list goes on. So how can you and your partner be prepared for these common conflicts and turn towards each other instead of against each other this year? Healthy Communication and problem solving! What does that look like?
Top Tips for Navigating Holiday Food
Top Tips for Navigating Holiday Food – Amy Lassen, MS, CHC Trigger Warning/Disclaimer: This post is meant to serve as a general resource to provide strategies and forethought for people who struggle with wellness routines during the holiday season. We recognize...
Gratitude: Finding light in the darkness
Gratitude: Finding light in the darkness – Heather Putney, PhD, LMFT, CSAT, EFT, EMDR As November rolls around and the season of Thanksgiving approaches, thoughts of blessings and practicing gratitude fill my mind and heart. The wisdom of practicing gratitude...