Perfectionism is the tendency to demand flawlessness from yourself or others. Perfectionists tend to be highly motivated and ambitious, and thanks to their close attention to detail and their willingness to work long hours, perfectionists often excel at school and in the workplace.  However, perfectionism also has a downside. In some cases, perfectionists can be overly critical, taking an all-or-nothing...[ read more ]

If you are familiar with self-care practices, you may have considered journaling as an option. But what is journaling and what can it do to improve your mental and emotional health?  Journaling is the regular practice of writing down experiences, thoughts, and feelings. However, it can be adapted to whatever your specific needs or goals may be. For example, many...[ read more ]

If you’re looking to improve your mental health and overall well-being, one of the best things you can do is track how you’re feeling. Not only does this allow you to identify any issues you might be experiencing and set goals for how to resolve them, but it can also help you analyze how you’re progressing toward those goals. Here...[ read more ]

What is Rumination: Rumination involves repetitively thinking about negative experiences that can be difficult to stop. Some people replay events that occurred in the past while others worry about situations that could potentially occur in the future. Rumination often causes people to feel anxious, stressed, and depressed and makes it difficult for them to think, process their emotions, and sleep....[ read more ]

Personal boundaries are clear rules and guidelines we establish for ourselves within relationships. Boundaries are essential for helping you grow healthy relationships built on trust and respect. Additionally, setting boundaries is a form of self-care because it helps protect your identity and honor your needs as an individual. So, if you have decided that it’s time to set some boundaries...[ read more ]

Have you limited your communication and interactions with a family member, or stopped them entirely? If so, you’re not alone. According to statistics published by Psychology Today, over 25% of the U.S. population is currently estranged from a family member, and more than 43% have experienced family estrangement at some point during their lives. In many cases, estrangement is necessary,...[ read more ]

The importance of having positive friendships in your life cannot be overstated. Healthy friendships can help you feel happier and more self-confident, reduce your stress levels, and prevent you from feeling lonely or isolated. When times are good, friends can help you celebrate. And when times are bad, they can help pick you up and provide a kind shoulder to...[ read more ]

Every single human being has two voices battling it out inside their head. The one voice is our champion, encouraging us to feel confident and to reach our fullest potential. Then there’s that other voice. The one that is critical of every move we make. The one that looks at all of our perceived flaws under a microscope and calls...[ read more ]

I’m sure we can all agree that we have been hurt by the callous words or actions of another. When this happens, we may find it difficult to forgive him or her. There is a very old saying that says, “Don’t cut off your nose to spite your face.” This is a warning to people to not act out in...[ read more ]

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a short-term, goal-oriented talk therapy that typically ranges between eight to twenty sessions. Mental health professionals, including myself, use it to treat or manage mental health conditions such as depression and anxiety as well as emotional concerns, including stress or grief. It is one of the most common and researched forms of psychotherapy. Research indicates...[ read more ]