Taking the Mystery Out of Menstruation
Periods. Aunt Flo. Riding the crimson tide. On the rag. Time of the month. No matter what you call it, menstruation affects us all. Menstrual cycles directly impact approximately half…
Autism Awareness Month
April is Autism Awareness Month, or Autism Acceptance Month. Maybe a bit of both? Both mental health professionals and society as a whole are becoming more aware of autism. More…
The Impact of Judgement Houses
Have you ever heard of a "Judgement House" or a "Hell House"? These are a way that many evangelical churches in the Southern US have chosen to deal with Halloween.…
Regulating Your Emotions Amidst Chaos
It can be difficult to manage emotions, make decisions, and take care of daily tasks when things feel chaotic. Chaos may come from inside yourself, such as racing thoughts or…
Featured: Self-Care & Mental Wellness
"Self-care is central to mental health. I don’t necessarily mean bubble baths and pedicures, though those things can be a way of caring for yourself. Self-care also includes things like…
Navigating Adolescence
The teen years can be difficult for both an adolescent and the adults who care about them. Teenagers are experiencing physical changes, awakening to sexual interests, developing their own opinions,…
From “Too Much” to “Not Enough”
If you haven't read my posts about the "too much" messages folks get from childhood, adolesence, religion, and/or relationships, you may want to check those out before reading this one.…
Message from Religion of Being “Too Much”
Spirituality is an area of deep intimacy and vulnerability for many folks. This can take a variety of forms, from structured religious gatherings to solo treks in nature. Many folks…
Messages from Adolescence of Being “Too Much”
What are the songs that most define your life, the ones that take you right back to a memory? It's quite likely those are songs from your adolescence. Teens' brains…
Messages from Childhood of Being “Too Much”
The messages we receive in childhood can leave a powerful mark. At times these messages are explicitly stated directly toward us. Other times these messages are the undertone of our…