How Divorce Can Change Your Friendships
When you were married, you and your ex-spouse were probably part of a social circle of friends. But when you decided to go your separate ways, the dynamics of those friendships began to change. That’s because many of those individuals didn’t know how to navigate what was happening, and they may have felt the need […]
June is Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month
Let’s start with the facts: Nearly 1 in 10 men experience some form of depression or anxiety, but less than half seek treatment. Unlike females, who experience many of the same types of mental illness, men may be more likely to mask their feelings and refrain from getting the help they need. This is often […]
Recently Divorced? Mother’s Day Might Be Different This Year
If you and your ex recently split, this could be the first year you don’t celebrate Mother’s Day as a nuclear family. That might require some big adjustments on your part as you learn to navigate this new reality. Gone are the days of fancy gifts, breakfast in bed, and all-day pampering. Unless your kids […]
Do You Worry About the Weather?
After several long months of winter, the long-awaited arrival of spring is often accompanied by some weather worries of its own. In many parts of the country, severe weather peaks in March, April, and May, according to The Weather Channel. Tornadoes are most active in April, May, and June, followed by hurricane season from June […]
Avoid This Co-Parenting Pitfall
It happens in relationships all too often. When two individuals disagree, one of them might bring in a third party to hopefully take their side. This form of manipulation is often referred to as triangulation, and it can happen among friends, in romantic relationships, and even in the workplace. However, it may occur most often […]
Here’s What Happens When You Catastrophize
Suppose you weren’t invited to a party that many of your friends attended. You assume that no one likes you and worry that one day you will have no friends. The more you think about it, you can’t imagine anything but the worst-case scenario. In a situation like this, it’s important to ask yourself if […]
Online Dating: Proceed with Caution to Protect Your Mental Health
Perhaps you’re divorced and want to start dating again. Or maybe you’ve always been single and now you’d like to connect with someone in a more meaningful way. No matter the circumstances, you’re ready to try your luck with online dating, hoping that it will increase your chances of meeting Mr. or Mrs. Right. Before […]
6 Tips for Reducing Travel Anxiety
Perhaps you’re worried that not everyone will get along during that trip you’ve been planning with extended family. Or maybe your boss is sending you across the country to a conference you’ve never attended in a city where you’ve never been. Whatever the circumstances, you may be feeling anxious and stressed about the upcoming trip. […]
How to Get Along with Your Ex-Spouse
Can you be friends with your ex-spouse? The answer to that question depends on how the marriage ended and whether one or both of you is still harboring pain from the breakup. If you have children together, friendship may be necessary for successful co-parenting. It’s in your children’s best interest for the two of you […]
Helping Others is Good for Your Mental Health
If you’ve been thinking about how to improve your mental health, helping others is a good place to start. Research shows that people who consistently help other people or volunteer on a regular basis benefit from improved mental and physical health. In fact, according to a 2017 study by United Healthcare and VolunteerMatch, up to […]
