At the start of the pandemic, a new term gained prominence: productivity culture. We felt determined to use the extra time spent inside to be productive and learn new skills. But it's important to Read More
Undo the Taboo: Erase ‘Proper’ Grief
Step Up For Mental Health · Blog: Undo the Taboo: Erase ‘Proper’ Grief Proper Etiquette of Grief I sat at my mother's dining room table less than a week after my dad's passing. As I was sitting, Read More
A Routine to Help You Rise Through Grief
Caging the Open Heart Our hearts are caged in bones. When we are sad, the concave shape that our shoulders and chest create forms a heavy layer that hinders our health and well-being. Inflammation Read More
Maintain Your Mental Health During the Shutdown
By now, you have heard of the recent news concerning the new stay-at-home advisories in the Chicago area. While this new order isn’t as restrictive as the one we went through in March, it still Read More
A Light at the End of the Tunnel: Light Therapy for Seasonal Affective Disorder
Every winter is the same thing for me: gloomy, dark, and sad. While many people tend to feel more downhearted during this particular season because of the short days and cold weather, some have what's Read More
How I’m Continuing to Live Through COVID-19
A quote I’ve seen on social media that I’m truly appreciative of is “When this ends—AND IT WILL—every game will sell out, every restaurant will have a 2-hour wait, every kid will be glad to be in Read More
How to Overcome Seasonal Affective Disorder This Winter
Just as you prepare your home, your car, and your closet for the winter season, it's a good time to evaluate your mental health and make a plan for the season. Many people may struggle when the time Read More
Graduating from College Led Me to Therapy
After graduating from college, I lost a large portion of my sense of purpose and direction. I had worked for 22 years towards a degree and thought of little else along the way. The toll of this life Read More
How Domestic Violence Impacts Women’s Mental Health
Throughout America, many women find themselves in relationships with men that all of a sudden become verbally and physically abusive. They know that these relationships are not good for their Read More
Seasonal Depression in a Pandemic: Winter Is Coming
In the past six months, I have listened to more news, science, opinions, and press conferences than ever before. In this age of instant information, it is a blessing to stay aware of coronavirus Read More
