Lately I’ve been recoiling when I use the word “distractions.” As a therapist, I educate clients about coping skills and ways to move through triggers and symptoms. Moving “through” something is different than moving “away”, and it seems that most people want to avoid feeling the hard feelings. When someone has an anxiety attack I […]
How Dia de Los Muertos Helped One Woman Process Her Grief
In honor of Dia de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) I reached out to my sorority sister, Rocio, who was kind enough to share how she honors her lost loved ones on this holiday. For the last few years I have been watching how her faith and cultura helped her with the loss […]
How To Recognize Burnout vs. Depression
“Ugh work is so depressing.” “OMG I’m so burnt out on school.” I’m sure you’ve heard these phrases before. I think most people have used the terms “burnout” and “depression” when they’re describing how tired they are. Since I cringe when diagnoses are used loosely, I want to discuss the difference between the two. We […]
Codependency: A Dysfunctional Love Story
This post contains an Amazon affiliate link. A hypothetical story about two fictional characters to help illustrate the dangers of codependent relationships. Characters: Minnie – The Codependent Alicia – Minnie’s girlfriend Minnie and Alicia have been in a monogamous relationship for 3 years. They met at a nightclub and instantly hit it off. Alicia […]
Yoga, Mental Health and Healing: An Interview With A Yoga Instructor
Sometimes the things that look so simple, bring the most benefits to our lives. If you have been curious about yoga and wonder why people get hooked on it, this article can definitely help! When we’re looking at restructuring our overall wellness, there are many healing activities that can incorporate your mind and body. I […]
The Connection Between Minority Mental Health And Belonging
As a Mexican-American, I naturally gravitate towards wellness issues that focus on people of color. Inclusivity is becoming more than just a buzzword, and honestly, it’s nice to finally be invited to the party. In lieu of spouting off statistics about the effects of depression and anxiety on people of color, I want to explore […]
