What are your values? Have you ever taken the time to figure out what values are most meaningful to you at this point in your life? Many of us have a vague idea of what matters to us and the beliefs that guide our decisions. Taking some time to reflect on what is important to…

Have you ever wondered how someone who seems happy all the time could be depressed? It can be surprising to find out that someone who seems like a constant ray of sunshine is actually dealing with some really hard stuff. There’s even a type of depression called “smiling depression” which describes a person who appears…

Do you struggle with managing anxiety?  Anxiety isn’t just feeling nervous or stressed. Managing chronic anxiety or an anxiety disorder can be incredibly difficult–especially without some sort of support system. It’s also tiring; anxiety often keeps your brain in a constant loop, an endless cycle of unhelpful thoughts, which can leave you feeling exhausted!  If…

Have you ever felt bored in a romantic relationship? Sometimes, even when we really care for someone, we find ourselves getting restless in relationships. This can happen for a number of reasons, and they don’t all mean that the relationship is destined to end or that things need to change. So, what does it mean…

There’s a common myth that ADHD is overdiagnosed, but the truth is that in adults and women it’s actually commonly underdiagnosed and undertreated.  There are a number of reasons ADHD goes underdiagnosed in adults, and in adult women in particular. A few of those reasons include:  Just as in children, ADHD in adults is characterized…

Winter can be a fun season, full of snow and holidays and coziness, but it can also bring a sense of loneliness. When the weather changes, it can be harder to get outside because of the cold or travel conditions. It’s also a time of year where there’s less sunlight, days are shorter, and seasonal depression…