When we can rely on our community for care and helpful action, we gain trust and feel safe. Feeling connected to our community creates a sense of belonging and pride....
A decade ago, if someone had depression or anxiety -- people thought it was just a phase or because that person felt “down” or “stressed.” Usually, it was assumed those...
What is Emotional Wellbeing? Emotional wellness is the understanding and acknowledgment of our feelings. It includes our ability to successfully manage our emotions and navigate challenges. Emotionally well-adjusted people aren’t...
If there is one thing the majority of humans seem to agree on, it’s the Golden Rule. According to the New World Encyclopedia, it’s the one thing virtually all religions...
Many of us have attempted to grow a plant or two, possibly in our back yards or kitchen windows. Maybe a tomato plant that grew more than we could eat,...
Imagine for a moment that your emotions are a person. Better yet, a young child on the verge of a temper tantrum. Now imagine that you’ve somehow agreed to allow...
February is the month that reminds us to love one another and express that love. It invites to show others we love and appreciate them, in our personal/professional lives, but...
Every year around Thanksgiving time, most folks stay busy preparing their home to celebrate. Whether the gathering is large, or a low-key event, the day is set aside to call...
Between the pandemic, wildfires, hurricanes, political tension, and everyday stressors of our lives, it seems like we are in a chaotic whirlwind called 2020. These turbulent times can make us...
In these turbulent times, you’ve probably observed that just about every news story is overwhelmingly about things we can’t influence or control, and ultimately this leaves us feeling unable to...