Focus on what you can control. There are many things out of our control right now, and focusing on these things will not help your anxiety. Instead, put your attention onto what is within your power. For example, wearing a mask, practicing social distancing, and limiting contact with others are all pieces of CDC advice that you can control by implementing into your own life.

There are plenty of reasons to stop drinking, and all of them are valid. Maybe you’ve struggled with addiction, have a chronic illness, or take mental health medications. Maybe you are focusing on diet and lifestyle changes for other reasons. No matter why you choose to forego drinking, you should feel confident in that decision--and you should bring that confidence into your dating life.

When we talk about breakups, we usually think about romantic relationships, but breakups with a close friend can be just as important and hurtful. Of course, that does not necessarily mean that the “break up” was a mistake. We all have different priorities, and that’s completely okay. We need to normalize the fact that relationships--platonic and romantic--have a natural ebb and flow. Sometimes we need a break, and admittedly that can be hard. With that in mind, keep reading for tips on navigating a break up with a close friend.

Thanksgiving is coming up, and that’s just the beginning of the holiday season. Although the next couple of months will definitely look a bit different this year with Covid, there is one thing that will not change: the need for firm boundaries to get you through this time.  Holidays, although exciting and joyful, are also very stressful, and when people get stressed, they can react in ways that are not as empathetic as we may like. With that in mind, going into the holiday season with a plan to set (and stick to) your boundaries is essential.

Many people only make the jump to seeing a therapist when they reach a breaking point or crisis, but the reality is that seeing a professional before you reach that point can actually be more beneficial for your long term mental health. And when you think about it, it doesn’t really make sense to wait for things to get worse before putting in effort to make them better. So why not try to improve your situation now instead of later? With that in mind, here’s 5 reasons to start therapy--and none of them mean you’re “crazy.”