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September 23, 2022
Strategies to Relieve Caregiving Stress for the Sandwich Generation
Have you noticed your caregiver responsibilities are taking up more and more of your time and to-do list? If you are feeling overwhelmed by the pinch of taking care of your kids while helping out with aging parents, you are not alone. Nearly half of all adults are caring for one or more parent, all…
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May 28, 2022
Signs, symptoms, and help for moms with postpartum depression
Bringing a new baby home can be a momentous and joyous occasion. But not all new moms have feelings of happiness and hope. The sudden hormonal changes after delivery can cause anxiety, stress, isolation, fatigue, loss of appetite, and difficulty sleeping. In fact, about 80 percent of new mothers report feeling tearful and emotionally fragile…
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March 29, 2022
Using Optimism and Hope to Battle Stress and Anxiety
As we exit the long days and chilly winter temperatures, many still experience feelings of sadness and fatigue. But we persevere, knowing that as we continue through each day, they get longer and lighter with the promise of even warmer, brighter days ahead. The Siege Mentality You may know about the body’s “fight or flight”…
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December 06, 2021
Weathering the Holiday Blues
For 64 percent of people already dealing with mental health issues, the holiday season can make their conditions even worse. And while this is potentially a dark time for many, there are ways to cope. But first, we must understand the signs and symptoms of the most common seasonal triggers. Holiday Blues We can all…
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September 03, 2021
Wine, Pasta, and Donuts: Pushing Past Our COVID Coping Impulses
Most of us will never forget the great toilet paper shortage of 2020. But, even as the storeshelves were restocked and life slowly returned to normal, many of the bad habits developedduring the pandemic linger for some. Bizwomen reported that sales of alcohol, CBD products,comfort food, and sweets all saw a boost starting in March…
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July 02, 2021
Pandemic Rules are Changing: Are You Ready to Rejoin the World?
Vaccination rates are up, and the CDC has relaxed rules for masks and social distancing. It’s everything you’ve been waiting for, but suddenly, you’re not so sure about getting back to normal. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. And there are many reasons why you may be finding re-entry a bit uncomfortable. Perhaps you’re…
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