When things go wrong, it’s natural to wonder if it’s your fault or responsibility. However, if you feel yourself starting to fixate on self-blame, it might be an indication of a larger cognitive distortion. Accepting responsibility for your actions is important, but unwarranted self-blame can be harmful to your mental health. If you’re wondering “how to stop blaming myself for everything,” then … [Read more...] about How to Stop Blaming Myself for Everything
Toxic Stress
Can a Therapist Help with Stress?
Feeling stress sometimes is a natural part of life. Whether it’s from things you deal with everyday or from a major life event, stress is normal and sometimes even healthy. However, if stress has started to make it so you’re having trouble functioning in your day to day life, it may be time to seek help. But how? If you’re wondering, “can a therapist help with stress?”, then you’re on the right … [Read more...] about Can a Therapist Help with Stress?
Are You Struggling with Pandemic Burnout?
As we head into the third year of the Coronavirus pandemic, the reality of our “new normal” may be starting to take a toll. Since 2020, our lives have been turned upside down in almost every way. From wearing masks to not seeing our loved ones very often, the pandemic has changed the way we approach everyday life. These continued stressors are bound to cause pandemic burnout. Feeling exhausted, … [Read more...] about Are You Struggling with Pandemic Burnout?
Depression & Anxiety As We Head Toward a New Normal
Since the lockdown mandate in March 2020, COVID-19 has been an unavoidable part of life. The virus and its consequences brought on anxieties about many things, including physical health, economic uncertainties, feelings of isolation and loneliness in quarantine, and more. With the vaccine and society beginning to open up, we might expect to feel hopeful. However, if you’re feeling anxious … [Read more...] about Depression & Anxiety As We Head Toward a New Normal
The Wide-Spread Impact of COVID-19 on Adolescents
COVID-19 has affected daily life on a global scale since early 2020. This is especially true for teens and children. The impact of COVID-19 on adolescents is undeniable. For many children and teens, COVID-19 changed their daily lives on a large scale. For students, the pandemic meant going from the social atmosphere provided by schools, clubs, and sports teams to social distancing and long … [Read more...] about The Wide-Spread Impact of COVID-19 on Adolescents
Stress During a Pandemic and Stress Therapy
Stress is always something that exists in our lives, but due to COVID-19, you may be wondering how stress is differing during a panic. Like a toxin in the air, stress can do harm to us even if we don’t immediately notice it. We typically become aware that stress affects us when we have to make decisions, during major life changes, or when unexpected things happen to us. However, during a … [Read more...] about Stress During a Pandemic and Stress Therapy
