by Ali Barnum | Dec 29, 2022 | Coping, Mental Health, New Beginnings, Skills, Support, Tools
Forgiveness is a concept that is often talked about, but it can be difficult to fully understand and practice. At its core, forgiveness is the act of letting go of resentment or anger towards someone who has wronged you. It is a way to move forward and let go of...
by Ali Barnum | Dec 28, 2022 | Coping, Depression, Health, Intention, Skills, Support, Therapy, Tools
With winter just at its official start and the temperatures dropping, it’s a good time to check in with yourself if you suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder. I’ve talked with many of my clients about making a plan for the most difficult months of the year. Now that...
by Ali Barnum | Dec 9, 2022 | Culture, Identity, Support, Tools
As humans, we are born with a drive to be social and connected with others. These human connections are good for your physical and psychological well-being. However, social media has taken these connections to a whole new level. You have instant gratification every...
by Ali Barnum | Dec 8, 2022 | Coping, Relationships, Skills, Support, Tools
Having a disagreement in a relationship is inevitable. In the heat of the moment, we get angry and we might say the first thing that comes to mind, which probably is not the nicest thing and probably something we will regret later. If you find yourself and your...
by Ali Rybicki Barnum | Dec 7, 2022 | Coping, Counseling, Skills, Support, Tools
Stuck & Hopeless Do you ever feel like you are stuck re-living a painful event in your life over and over again? Maybe it’s something from your childhood or adolescence. Maybe you’ve experienced some type of abuse or neglect. You just feel stuck! You might be...
by Ali Barnum | Dec 5, 2022 | Coping, Happiness, Skills, Tools
With the new year right around the corner, everyone starts creating their “New Year New Me” lists. While these lists are made with good intentions, how long have you been able to stick to the list after the start of the New Year? Sometimes, it is difficult for us to...