Katie Herwig at Lotus Psychotherapy LLC

11/10/2025

A surprising new study suggests that constantly trying to please others may come at a hidden cost to your health. People who habitually put others’ needs above their own—chronic people pleasers, may be at higher risk of developing autoimmune diseases, conditions where the immune system mistakenly attacks the body.

Researchers believe the connection lies in chronic stress. Continually suppressing personal needs and emotions can trigger prolonged stress responses, causing inflammation and overactivation of the immune system. Over time, this can increase vulnerability to autoimmune conditions like lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, or thyroid disorders.

The study highlights a crucial link between mental health, emotional boundaries, and physical wellness. Learning to assert yourself, set boundaries, and prioritise self-care isn’t just about happiness, it’s essential for your immune health. Your body and mind are deeply connected, and ignoring either can have lasting consequences.

11/05/2025

Friends and Family!
You might have seen the Sharing Fridges/Freezers around Salina that the Impact Coalition has donated to help others in need. These Sharing Fridges and Freezers have been a beacon of hope for those in our community who are struggling, along with those who have not received their SNAP benefits.

Saline County statistics highlight the incredible impact we can have:
Population: 53,801
Number of Households: 22,299
Median Household Income: $63,316 (below the state average of $70,333)
ALICE Households: 23% (state average 26%)
Households In Poverty: 15% (state average 12%)

This means that 38% of households In Saline County are either living In poverty or earning less than what’s needed to cover basic living expenses. These families are facing impossible choices, and it’s up to us to make a difference. (Source: KSAL.com)

Some families are having to make the difficult decision to either pay for food or utilities. If you can, please consider donating - every little bit counts, and together we can create a ripple effect of kindness. Nobody should have to go hungry.

Lotus Psychotherapy is sponsoring the newest Sharing Fridge on Albert Ave, and I am taking any donations from people to help keep this fridge stocked for those who need it. I have included my Venmo if you are so inclined to donate. Checks can be mailed to 600 S. Santa Fe, Suite C in Salina, KS, care of Katie Herwig. Please add “Sharing fridge donation” on the memo line.
Let’s come together to make a difference in our community. As the saying goes, “You have not truly lived a day, unless you’ve done something for someone who can never repay you.”

10/28/2025

Clients, friends and family…thank you for all your votes on Salina’s The Best of the Best. I am extremely humbled that a one man show (plus my biller) was able to even make the Top 5 out of all the other wonderful therapy places and individual therapists. Thank you all for your continued support!

10/28/2025

Attention Salina friends! I know the price of food is OUTRAGEOUS and those who receive SNAP benefits are not getting them the month of December. Here are some places that can be of assistance to you, in terms of food. Share away, because nobody deserves to go hungry!

10/28/2025

10/18/2025

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Such a great resource to Salina!!

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09/25/2025

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09/25/2025

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09/25/2025

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