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11/10/2016

​​Children who have been adopted or are in foster care have often suffered trauma, and live with more anxiety. Knowing what experts say about early trauma can help you work with your child.

06/15/2016

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05/14/2016

Our bodies and minds are connected and thrive on each other! Try some different activities like yoga in addition to what you are currently doing to improve mental health!

Yoga teacher and psychotherapist Ashley Turner, who is launching a Yoga Psychology teacher training in May, says yoga is the key to psychological healing.

05/12/2016

For many people who struggle with depression, the endless circuit of negative thinking they experience may be, at its core, an unconscious coping mechanism.

04/25/2016

We all need a refresher from time to time!

Have a hard time forgiving yourself when you make a mistake? Here are seven strategies for being gentler to yourself when you're agonizing over a error.

04/23/2016

We are constantly running to find that ever-elusive happiness. Here are 6 lessons in thriving that can lead us to happiness. Check out how close you are.

04/12/2016

04/11/2016

Take a look at this article a friend of mine shared a while ago and let me know your thoughts!

It’s no secret that we’re obsessed with happiness. After all, the “pursuit of happiness” is even enshrined in the Declaration of Independence. But happiness is fleeting. How can we find it and keep it

04/11/2016

Anxiety is a natural reaction to stress, here are a few tips to minimize anxiety symptoms so that they do not become problematic!

http://www.adaa.org/tips-manage-anxiety-and-stress

When you're feeling anxious or stressed, these strategies will help you cope:Take a time-out. Practice yoga, listen to music, meditate, get a massage, or learn relaxation techniques. Stepping back from the problem helps clear your head. Eat well-balanced meals. Do not skip any meals. Do keep healthf…

04/08/2016

Here are some great tips for talking to children about Divorce or Separation. It's always a good reminder to look at what is in the best interest for the children.


https://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/the-older-dad/201105/mom-and-dad-have-something-tell-you-six-tips-talking-kids-about-divorce

If you are contemplating divorce, you might wonder how to tell the children.

04/08/2016

An article worth noting if you have children and are going through a divorce, or separation or know someone who is or has. The outcome to children does not seem to be if parents are together or not, it is the level of conflict that exists within the relationship. This alone seems to be a predictor of anxiety and possible behavioral issues related to a divorce or separation.

It may be important to seek some guidance as a parent or for children in these situations in order to work on creating the healthiest environment for change for both kids and their parents.

It’s the rare divorcee who shares child custody with an ex without worrying about said kids’ emotional fallout. But a new study, published Monday, may help put some of those fears to rest: The findings suggest that children are mentally healthiest when they are able split their time between both div…