Though seemingly ironic, the title doesn’t have a typo. Self-care doesn’t always mean a nap, a bath, or a walk; instead, it can mean setting healthy boundaries for yourself, saying “no,” to something you feel obligated to, or simply changing the expectations you have for yourself. All of these can feel emotionally or mentally painful,…
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Millennials and Technology
But, it’s not just millennials. Many of us are addicted to our phones. This video which has been (ironically) making its rounds on social media is worth a watch/listen. Simon Sinek explains why millennials have various challenges in the work place. However, I still contend that it’s not just millennials with phone addictions. Before you pick…
Some Things Will Never Change…Or, Will They?
Do people ever change? Many will shake their head and say, “Nothing ever changes,” or, “He’s been that way forever and will never change.” Sure, without effort, things or people may not change, but remaining static doesn’t need to be the final prognosis. As a therapist and person (!), I have seen change brought about…
E-Fast?
Feeling anxious or depressed? How about an electronic or social media fast? Whenever I have suggested this to students in the past, they have often responded with a look of shock or responded that they get anxious if they have to go more than a few minutes without checking their phone. If you think it’s…