by Ali Barnum | Aug 12, 2023 | Coping, Happiness, Mental Health, Mindfulness, Self Care, Support
Feeling empty is an emotion that can be particularly distressing and challenging to understand and explain. This sense of hollowness can leave people feeling disconnected from themselves and the world around them. While it is important to remember that everyone...
by Ali Barnum | Aug 11, 2023 | Happiness, Intention, Mental Health, Support, Tools
Embracing the Silver Linings: Harnessing the Power of Positive Psychology Positive psychology offers a unique approach to improving mental health by focusing on strengths, resilience, and the pursuit of happiness. One powerful technique within this field is the...
by Ali Barnum | Jul 7, 2023 | Coping, Culture, Gratitude, Happiness, Support, Values
The comparison trap Comparison is something most of us do everyday. And with a sharp rise in social media usage, it becomes easy to compare our lives to others and even to people we don’t know personally. It’s easy to find our own flaws, especially since others tend...
by Ali Rybicki Barnum | Jun 28, 2023 | Coping, Culture, Happiness, Health, Mental Health
Benefits of Play Want to know how to boost your mood in the summer? Typically, when we hear or read the word, “play,” we automatically think of children laughing, exploring, and having fun. We know how important play is for children’s development, but did you know it...
by Ali Barnum | Jun 23, 2023 | Art Therapy, Happiness, Mental Health, Self Care, Support, Values
While we often talk about routines or tasks we need to get done, we don’t often talk about rituals. Unlike tasks or routines, rituals help us to slow down and take in the moment we’re in. They also help us learn specific practices related to the ritual we created. Art...
by Ali Barnum | Jun 21, 2023 | Coping, Happiness, Intention, Mental Health, Support
Battling Loneliness and Rediscovering Connection Loneliness is a complex issue that can significantly impact our mental health and overall well-being. In this blog post, we will explore the effects of loneliness, its causes, and practical strategies to combat it,...