Martin Luther King Jr. Day This week, we are remembering Martin Luther King Jr, who inspired millions with his courage, perseverance, and eloquence. I remember his “I Have a Dream” speech well, which I learned about in elementary school. Although its meaning was not completely grasped by my young [...]

New Year, New Goals? Did you begin the new year with a goal in mind? Or are you struggling to create a realistic goal that you can commit to? Setting goals can be a healthy way to create effective change. But unrealistic goals can lead to frustration, disappointment, and [...]

National Call a Friend Day December 28th is National Call a Friend Day. Although National Call a Friend Day has a specific date, that does not mean that you have to wait until the 28th to reach out to others! Between the stress from the holidays, an ongoing pandemic, [...]

How to Stay Connected Through the Holidays As we enter the holiday season, connecting with family and loved ones can be very important. However, many are struggling with loneliness and isolation as the COVID-19 pandemic continues into it’s third year. These feelings can be more intense around the holiday [...]

Managing Holiday Stress and Depression Holidays can bring unwelcomed visitors - stress and depression. Holidays present an array of demands such as cooking, entertaining, shopping, and cleaning, just to name a few. With the coronavirus and the strains of variants spreading rapidly, it can create an extra layer of [...]

Happy Holidays! Thanksgiving is a national holiday celebrated on various dates in the United States, Canada, and other countries. November 25th is dedicated to giving thanks and sacrifice for the blessing of the harvest of the preceding year. For more than two centuries, days of thanksgiving were celebrated by [...]