Daylight Savings Time & Mental Health by Shiara Hickey Caubarreaux It can be concluded that without darkness, there is no true appreciation for the light. This past weekend, Daylight Savings Time occurred. This meant an extra hour of sleep. But it also meant the beginning of shorter days, where darkness appears earlier in the evening. […]
By Anne Edgecombe As we continue to explore all that we love about Culinary Arts Month in July, I’ve thought about all of the delicious foods that are my “go to” dishes when I’m seeking a little comfort. Comfort foods mean different things to different people, but why does the term “comfort foods” get such […]
By Amy Gallagher, Psy.D When was the last time you cooked with a child? Cooking, and eating, together can be a strong way to promote developmental skills, socio-emotional learning, and communication in children and families. Children learn by doing. Cooking is a positive and fun way to teach or enhance certain academic and life skills. […]
February 9 is National Pizza Day! Imagining the aromatic wonders of a hot, cheesy pie cannot only uplift your mood, but it can also help you when suffering from a bout of anxiety. During the past year, many people with increased anxiety have found that controlled breathing can help calm their brain and their body. […]
You have our permission to be happy!
Entering the holiday season this year feels funky. How are we supposed to feel blessed and grateful during such an awful year? The past year doesn’t make a person want to jump for joy at the idea of hanging up holiday lights. So, how do we get through this holiday season? Jump for joy at […]
Even during the best of times, relationships can be complicated. Sometimes, the road of communication seems to be under construction. In uncertain times the road can get rocky, and cultivating positive relationships is vital. We are all in uncharted waters, and many of us are suddenly faced with working from home. Children are now learning […]
