by Ali Barnum | Jul 8, 2023 | Coping, Culture, Mental Health, Support, Tools, Values
Navigating the Impact of Social Media on Mental Health Social media has become such a huge part of our daily lives. It allows us to connect with friends and family, share experiences, and access information like never before. However, as we immerse ourselves into our...
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 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 23, 2023 | Relationships, Tools, Values
Importance of Trust I can imagine you already know that trust builds strong relationships. What qualities are in someone you can trust? Did the words dependable, reliable, supportive, or encouraging come up? Trust is an element that is foundational in healthy...
by Ali Barnum | Jun 13, 2023 | Parents, Relationships, Values
Today we are talking about why we shouldn’t live by our parents’ values. As a Millennial, I often talk with friends, colleagues, and even clients about the Millennial experience and how younger generations are impacted differently by the world around us. Our...
by Ali Barnum | May 5, 2023 | Coping, Culture, Health, Intention, Values
Motivation is something that drives a person’s behavior towards achieving a goal or fulfilling a need. Motivation can come from within oneself or from external rewards. There are several factors that can influence motivation, such as values, goals, expectations, and...
