Boundaries are the invisible lines we draw around ourselves to protect our physical, emotional, and mental well-being. They are the framework that defines who we are and how we interact with the world. Establishing and maintaining boundaries is crucial for cultivating healthy relationships, fostering self-respect, and nurturing personal growth. Setting boundaries is not about building…
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By Juli Hishida, PhD Mental health, like physical health, requires an honest assessment and daily practice to see change. At the same time we are busy humans, juggling an endless list of to-dos, to-don’ts, and dream projects we can never seem to prioritize. After the bare minimum of work, school, childcare, eldercare, and eventually rest,…
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By Dr. Neduveili With the fall and winter months approaching, it is not uncommon for many of us to notice changes in our mood. Many of us may notice feeling more down/sad, lower on energy, or more anxious than usual. This phenomenon has been more commonly called “autumn anxiety” or “winter blues” where mood changes…
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While it would be a vast under-statement to say the pandemic “took a toll on us,” how do we navigate returning to our pre-COVID life? Many individuals vastly underestimated the changes and impacts COVID created. The world was not prepared for the potential psychological effects COVID would produce. After months of being in lockdown and…
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In light of the Olympics, a lot of attention has been paid to the recent mental health focus in athletics. A lot of attention and judgment have been directed toward Simone Biles and her choice to step out of the competition for the sake of her team. You may have even had some judgment about…
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Influential Psychologists and Their Contributions to the Field Over the last few months, we have observed Black history, women’s history, and promoted mental health awareness. In spirit of continuing to honor diversity as we move toward Juneteenth celebration, let us take a moment to highlight the valuable contributions of psychologists who have made tremendous impacts…
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Holidays are often stressful times, and for those who have complex or disordered relationships with food, holidays can be particularly anxiety-provoking. Here are some suggestions for how to cope with the holidays, soothe yourself, and manage your thoughts and behaviors. Remember this acronym: H.A.L.T. Hungry, Angry, Lonely, Tired. During the holidays, we might experience all…
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By Dr. Tamara Cannon Unprecedented. Trying. Uncertain. These are all words that have been used to describe the year of 2020. The fear of contracting COVID-19 has brought a sense of unsafety. Quarantine and social distancing have changed the way we move in the world. Racial turmoil and political division have changed the way we…
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With the new year often comes new resolutions to make changes in our lives. Frequently, these resolutions can be big, sweeping changes: losing significant amounts of weight, stopping smoking or drinking, changing careers, or training for a marathon. While the idea of making such dramatic changes is appealing to us, the reality is often very…
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How do we determine our needs? The first step is to gift yourself this question: “What do I need?” The second step is: Listen to yourself. If this seems novel for you, it might be challenging at first. However, you might be surprised at the outcome. One way to listen to yourself is to pay…
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