I generally don’t wade into politics. It’s messy. It doesn’t feel good for me. It’s not generally healthy for my mental health and wellbeing. And this year feels a lot worse. Friends and families are deeply divided. Our country is divided. It’s an additional stressors to everything else happening in 2020. I recently attended a … Continue reading Election Anxiety
For nearly six months, the United States has been dealing with a global pandemic. This pandemic has caused challenges in virtually every area of our society: economic, social, educational, etc. Throw in a cultural revolution, and it can become very overwhelming. Anxiety and depression rates are skyrocketing. Unfortunately, one contributing factor to the increase in … Continue reading Anxiety, COVID 19 and Social Media
I spent this weekend in the Northwoods. I camped right beside a lake that was tranquil and still. It’s such a difference from the hustle and bustle of day to day living. It was also a great time to unplug and recharge. Imagine my surprise when I got back into the land of technology only … Continue reading Accepting What Is
As states across the United States begin to lift restrictions, the question remains is this the wise thing to do? As a therapist, I can see both sides to this: social isolation and financial stress can significantly increase anxiety and depression. On the other hand, if the projections are right, and many more people become … Continue reading Staying Calm in the Storm: What to do as The Country Reopens
