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Mental Health During Covid

Mental Health During Covid

The coronavirus has altered lives in many ways, and is a cause of anxiety for many. Here are some tips for maintaining positive mental health during this time filled with unknowns. 1: Go for walks (with a mask on) Regular physical activity has been proven to reduce anxiety and improve moods. Additionally, getting outside provides Vitamin D and further decreases…

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Why do we want a deadline for the COVID-19 Pandemic?

Why do we want a deadline for the COVID-19 Pandemic?

By Danielle Wolman, LCSW, CASAC By this point, we’ve all asked the type of questions that revolve around deadlines: When is it the pandemic going to be over? When will a vaccine become available? When will my life go back to normal?  We are wired to strive for a sense of control. It helps us build a foundation of security:…

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7 Ways to be Self-Compassionate

7 Ways to be Self-Compassionate

What is self-compassion? Self-compassion is being compassionate for yourself when you are struggling or you feel like you are not good enough. Especially during these troubling times when it is hard to be positive about our situations, it is important to be positive about ourselves. Here are 7 ways that we can try to be self-compassionate and truly care for…

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The Harms of Toxic Positivity

The Harms of Toxic Positivity

By Natalie Dinkins, MHC-LP Are you tired of hearing to “find the silver lining”? Is social media making you feel pressured to feel positive all the time? Feeling upbeat is important at times, however, I’m here to tell you that it is okay to feel our more difficult feelings. Telling ourselves or others that we must only maintain and focus…

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