Understanding the college transition and its emotional impact Starting college is an exciting milestone. It signifies the beginning of a new chapter filled with opportunities, growth, and independence. Yet, for…
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When Depression and Relationship Distress Intersect
Navigating emotional challenges: Depression and relationship strain When depression intersects with relationship distress, it creates a maze of emotional challenges that can seem insurmountable. Managing life with depression is tough,…
3 Winter Self-Care Tips for Mental Health
It’s winter: the days are shorter, the sun often hides behind overcast skies, and, well, it’s really cold. All of this can leave us feeling down, sluggish, and reaching for…
Coping with Seasonal Depression
In winter, the sun sets earlier, there are fewer sunny days, and the temperatures drop significantly. These conditions may leave many people feeling a little down. But for some, the…
Finding Flow: The Antidote to Languishing
Have you been feeling like you’re going through the motions of life, not necessarily depressed but definitely not thriving? In a previous article, we discussed what it means to be…
What is High-Functioning Depression?
What is high-functioning depression? High-functioning depression is a term commonly used to describe individuals who appear to manage daily life successfully while battling symptoms of depression. High-functioning depression is not…
3 Steps for Re-Establishing Social Connections After Covid
How would you say your social connectedness has shifted since before the pandemic? Looking for tips on re-establishing social connections after Covid? Maybe you’ve managed to stay in touch with…
Letting Go of FOMO (Fear of Missing Out)
Maybe you know the feeling: you’re scrolling through social media and the longer you scroll, the worse you feel. Why does this happen? You might be experiencing FOMO, an acronym…
“Languishing”: A Word for What You’re Feeling
You’re functioning well enough. You get out of bed in the morning. You do what you need to get done (for the most part). You don’t feel total despair, hopelessness…
5 Tips for Facing a Pandemic Winter
Worried about facing a pandemic winter? The fall and winter months bring with them shorter days, limited sunlight, and lower temperatures. Even under normal circumstances, it’s not uncommon for those…