Grief always follows loss – except when it doesn’t. Anticipatory grief is a period of mourning before a loss has happened. This can be experienced by individuals in a variety of different situations where a loss is impending. It may come about due to a life-altering diagnosis for yourself or another person, upon reflecting on […]
Have you noticed how the leaves have been falling lately? Like, really watching them as they drift and swirl before landing softly on the ground? There is something about it that always makes me stop for a moment. It feels peaceful and a little comforting, even though it reminds me that things are changing. Watching […]
You may not be afraid of monsters in the dark, but nighttime holds a terrifying peril for many people – insomnia. Symptoms relating to insomnia periodically affect a shocking 30% of people. Fortunately, the worst of your fears can be abated by regularly observing some simple recommendations from sleep experts. Sleep disturbances are especially common […]
Halloween is almost here and everywhere I look I see pumpkins on porches, fake cobwebs draped across windows and kids already buzzing with costume ideas. It’s a fun time, a little spooky and honestly, kind of silly. But it also got me thinking about a different kind of ghost, the ones that don’t wear sheets […]
The number one fear is often cited as glossophobia: the fear of public speaking. Whether you call it stage anxiety, stage fright, or performance anxiety, we can all probably relate to this feeling to some extent or another! This phenomenon is related, but distinct from social phobia – also known as social anxiety disorder – […]
Fear as a Part of Everyday Life Fear is one of those things we all know a little too well. It can show up as butterflies before a big presentation, a racing heart when you hear a noise at night or even that hesitation before trying something new. Sometimes fear keeps us safe and sometimes […]
Recent studies in psychology have identified a term that many of us can likely identify with: anticipated nostalgia. Researchers describe the feeling as a mindful awareness within a present moment, and the recognition that it will be missed in the future. It is a bittersweet feeling that the present is so special and memorable, we […]
Gratitude often gets tied to big moments like promotions, weddings or birthdays but it can be just as powerful in the quiet everyday times especially with family. Family relationships are not always easy but practicing gratitude can help us connect on a deeper level when we learn to appreciate both the good and the bad […]
Most of us can probably relate: you’re going through a horrible experience and talking to a friend. You’ve confided the details of the situation and expressed your hurt, anger, or pain. And they respond with this line: “Just be glad it’s not worse!” Looking for a silver lining in the face of a challenge is […]
Why Balance Matters (and Why You’re Probably Running on Coffee) Let’s be honest for a second…how often do you find yourself replying to emails at midnight or trying to tackle your to-do list on your days off. It’s like the line between “work” and “life” is practically non-existent these days. And let’s face it, the […]