The month of November ushers in the holiday season- usually a time of intense productivity and togetherness. These things bring stressors and COVID-19 adds layers of emotion to this already stressful period. We are all dealing with some sort of loss as we wrap up the year and it is fitting that the holidays are [...]
As we approach the fall and winter seasons, some people will experience mood changes. Seasonal change can trigger depression, anxiety, and irritability for some individuals. In the fall, the days are shorter and darker, which can lead to mood shifts. As the weather gets colder, we tend to hibernate and be less active. This can [...]
It is September and many of us (including myself) are feeling overwhelmed. For those with kids, schools have started, which normally would be a huge relief, but for so many parents during Covid, its additional stress since kids are now homeschooled. For those without kids, you might feel overwhelmed by your work during Covid. Several [...]
As we enter our sixth month of quarantine, the most common phrase I hear is “I miss my old life” quickly followed by “I feel guilty for saying that since I’m lucky to be alive”. During times of crisis and change, it is natural to feel grief. Most people associate grief with death, but grief [...]
I’m excited to share this blog with you. Dr. Audrey Prus is an expert in child development, particularly for middle school aged children (please see her bio at the end of the blog). She also happens to be my mom. She created an important tool for character development and self-reflection for my middle school aged [...]