National Stress Awareness Day: Learn about the dangers of stress and how to better manage it by Hannah DeWitt | Nov 3, 2022 | Mental Health Topics, Stress Worry and stress are feelings that everyone faces in their daily life. Stress can come from many aspects of living. At its core, though, it’s meant to be a sort of warning bell within the body, alerting it to danger or hazards both physical and psychological. In moderation, stress can…
Your procrastination might be anxiety: Here’s how to actually get stuff done (especially when you’re overwhelmed) by Sarah Curzi, PhD | Sep 3, 2021 | Anxiety, Mental Health Topics, Self-Improvement, Stress If my to-do list could talk, it would say, “You didn’t finish me yet!” I know I’m not the only one ignoring my to-do list because I can’t stand the idea of one more task. Many of us are drained these days, but time off isn’t always feasible. Even if…
Mitigating your stress as a small business owner by Luke Moss | Nov 25, 2020 | Coping Skills, Mental Health Topics, Stress Despite all the perks that come with working for yourself, being an entrepreneur can be very stressful. It involves a steep learning curve, risks to know and avoid, and hoops to jump through just to get a business up and running. With stress being dubbed the silent killer of the…
US adults in counseling are feeling stressed, fearful, depressed, and hopeless about the presidential election, according to survey of mental health professionals by Taylor Bennett | Oct 20, 2020 | Depression, Mental Health Topics, Research, Stress Fredericksburg, VA. 10/20/2020 — Amid a jarring presidential election and an overall difficult year, US adults in counseling are feeling stressed, fearful, depressed, and/or hopeless about the election. This, according to a survey conducted by Thriveworks Counseling and completed by 275 mental health professionals. Are your clients talking about election-related…
These three self-care techniques help to combat stress and anxiety: Meditation, sleep hygiene, and learning to say no by Taylor Bennett | Oct 15, 2020 | Anxiety, Mental Health Topics, Self-Care, Stress Many of us take care of our physical health without thinking twice about it: We eat and we exercise; we stretch and relax; we moisturize dry skin and apply sunscreen; and we consult a doctor when we feel physically ill or hurt. But when it comes to our mental and…
Under pressure: Do you feel overwhelmed by stress? Here are a few tips for slowing down and calming that anxiety by Jacob Kountz | Oct 14, 2020 | Anxiety, Mental Health Topics, Stress Stress can be defined as something that is under an uncomfortable amount of pressure. In this case, that something is a someone and it’s you! And you’re tired of it. But now what? What can you do to slow down this stress? The following have worked well for clients of…
Divorce burnout: Effects on divorcees and their future relationships by Venchele Saint Dic | Aug 27, 2020 | Mental Health Topics, Relationships, Stress The sorrow felt when reading about the number of divorces leaves you with nothing short of blaring emotions. Divorce leaves you drained in an uphill battle without end with dried air in your lungs. During the pandemic, it has been difficult for singles to engage in face-to-face interactions. Social engagement…
Caregiver burnout: How to cope with the stress of caring for an elderly loved one by Madison Bambini | Aug 5, 2020 | Coping Skills, Mental Health Topics, Stress Imagine you’re a young mom with two kids under the age of 10. You feel like you’ve finally managed to balance all of your responsibilities when you receive some hard news: your grandmother’s health is deteriorating, and she can no longer live on her own. Your once-independent grandma can’t do…
My family stresses me out: Cut back on family conflict and stress by prioritizing time alone and communicating openly by Taylor Bennett | Jul 28, 2020 | Family, Mental Health Topics, Stress Family conflict and stress is, well, distressing. While it’s normal to fight with our loved ones—especially the family members we see and talk to regularly—withstanding and working through these conflicts is far from easy. Not to mention that the impact of stress on families is damaging, both in the short…
Mindfulness: A quick fix for anxiety, stress, and feelings of loneliness by Taylor Bennett | Apr 3, 2020 | Anxiety, COVID-19, Loneliness, Mental Health Topics, Stress How are you feeling right now? If we were to guess, you’d probably say you’re doing okay. And while that might be true, it’s probably also true that you’re struggling with anxiety, stress, feelings of loneliness, and/or other difficult feelings. Due to the spread of COVID-19 and our efforts to…
How to relax when you’re feeling tense: Master these 5 tips by Taylor Bennett | Mar 19, 2020 | Mental Health Topics, Self-Care, Stress Sometimes, nerve-racking situations make us feel tense, such as the emergence and spread of COVID-19. It can feel like there’s nothing to do but wait it out; however, there are proactive ways to relieve your tense feelings now. First, try going for a walk: Spending time in nature will help…
4 tips for dealing with difficult relatives during the holidays (Video) by Taylor Bennett | Dec 18, 2019 | Family, Stress The holiday season is in full swing, as many of us look forward to celebrating Christmas! In fact, according to a poll from Harris Insights and Analytics, Christmas is America’s favorite holiday. Unfortunately, though, Christmas isn’t beloved by all. Some dread the holiday season instead, as they are forced to…