Alcohol and Mental Health

Alcohol and Mental Health

For many of us, drinking alcohol socially can lighten our mood, reduce the stress we feel, and can even help us feel closer to others—at least for a while. While the short-term relaxation and mood enhancing effects of alcohol may not lead to misuse for many people,...
Self-Compassion: How to be Kinder to Yourself

Self-Compassion: How to be Kinder to Yourself

Self-compassion seems like a simple concept: direct compassion toward yourself like you do to others. But it’s incredibly common, especially with those who struggles with their mental health, to disregard the importance of being kind to yourself. Per Dr. Kristen Neff,...
How to Start and Maintain New Habits

How to Start and Maintain New Habits

What is a habit? What you repeatedly do (i.e. what you spend time thinking about and doing each day) ultimately forms the person you are, the things you believe, and the personality that you portray.  Routines vs. Habits Most of us assume the two are interchangeable....