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Gratitude is the quality of being thankful. It consists of a readiness to show appreciation for and to return kindness. Simple concept, right? Yet, it …

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  Creating boundaries – or not creating them. There is no right or wrong answer.  We’re all different.  The question is: Do we need to …

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The month of November is traditionally a time of Thanksgiving. During this time, we often focus on reflection and gratitude. Recognizing and reflecting on gratitude …

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The other day I was really looking at myself in the mirror while I was getting dressed.  I was looking at my body and scars …

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By: Tiffany N. Perez, RMHC We live in an era of information overload. We are invested in social media platforms like Pinterest, Instagram, Facebook, and …

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Here I am, writing about procrastination in my pajamas at the last minute when I should’ve been wilding out at a fall festival because I …

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I think we can all agree that the topic of self-improvement is a broad one. In such a complicated time in our world, and with …

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Sometimes I set out to rest, relax, recharge. But I end up on my phone. On social media. I do this, I think because I …

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Summer is over. Well, at least Summer, as in those few months during which “the Purge” happens because the children :coughs: terrors are set loose …

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BACK TO SCHOOL *cue instant anxiety* Whether you’re 5, 12, 18, or 24 years old, that week before school starts always makes most of us …

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Summer is coming to an end. School is right around the corner, as students will be going back to in-person learning. This past year school …

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Our kids’ behavior is the difference between a great day and a “kill me now” day. It can be overwhelming when your kids misbehave more …

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By Katheryne Puentes, LMHC Parenting is NOT an easy job. Being a parent involves 100% attention to how they interact with their children and their …

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As a parent of three 30+-year-olds, I want to offer that parenting never ends. Parents of newborns and toddlers are rolling their eyes right about …

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When I learned this month’s blog theme is “Purposeful Parenting,” I thought I could offer a slightly unique perspective: that of a first-time newborn parent. …

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I celebrate you. I celebrate all the men in the world.  Men who are loyal, kind, and true. Men who have protected us and loved …

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Low testosterone is one of the most overlooked causes of depression and other serious mood disorders in males. So much so that when I see …

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Here we are at some point of the pandemic, not knowing if it’s the middle, the end, or the new norm. It’s no wonder stress levels …

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BY KATHERYNE PUENTES, LMHC What is the true meaning of mental health, and why are so many individuals scared to visit a therapist? With the …

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Self-talk is the dialogue inside your head. It is your inner voice that tells you what you can and cannot do. It is your inner …

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6:30 AM. I am sitting in front of the candle and trying to let the thoughts pass so I can be in the present moment. …

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Do you aspire to be “mindful” tangibly and practically? Ask yourself these four questions.  It will give you a well-grounded approach to your day: 1) …

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When I hear the word “mindful,” I immediately think of mindfulness — the practice of being present and being aware by sitting still and focusing …

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No, I’m not talking about making your hot co-worker or classmate fall in love with you. I’m talking about making the MOST special person in …

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BY: MERIEM OUCHAKA, LMHC Self-love is often overlooked. We assume it’s a given. Do you love, like, and respect yourself? What is the meaning of …

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I’ve always liked working with the younger population (teens and 20s), but never quite knew why. Maybe it’s because I can relate to them pretty …

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2020 is the year that will be known as the year of the Pandemic and THE election. A year of the unknown. A year of …

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I overheard a teacher say to my daughter on virtual school, “Kids, have your moms upload that later.” Moms. Not parents. Not dads or caretakers. …

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A few years ago I treated a client with Complex PTSD. She had suffered for the majority of her childhood from physical, psychological, and emotional …

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I consider myself to be an eternally active learner and a self-improvement/personal growth enthusiast. It’s important to be open to constant learning about yourself, others, …

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When you hear “self-improvement,” what comes to mind?  Self-improvement can mean so many different things for each of us.  One thing all definitions should have in common is “the …

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By Remy Gordon, LCSW What does self-improvement mean to you? By definition, self-improvement is “the improvement of one’s knowledge, status, or character by one’s own efforts”. …

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By Remy Gordon, LCSW How do we prepare to return back to school when we aren’t really going back to the classroom physically? We are …

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The end of summer is here and we are heading into round two of virtual learning. The adjustment of virtual learning has been difficult for …

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Back to school. A phrase, I’m sure, makes almost every parent shudder these days. These last few weeks, or better yet, months, have been a …

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How many of us struggle to be perfect parents?  There are so many levels of fear and uncertainty when it comes to raising little humans.  …

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It seems that every time we turn on the TV or listen to the news, all we hear is negative activities going on in the …

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Erika Fernandez De Castro A little over a year ago, I attended a training on the topic of Infant Mental Health. Prior to the training, …

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I’m a guy’s guy. A Modern Man’s – Man. Rough around the edges, not afraid to get dirty, a fan of grit, and hard work. …

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Recommendations for working parents with children on virtual education Virtual learning is new for all of us including myself. Like many of you, I am …

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We live in a time where our children are more exposed to information channels than ever before. With the anxiety and panic created by the …

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Let’s be smart Let’s be mindful Let’s be calm. Breathe. As we navigate through these unchartered waters with COVID-19, our anxiety is escalating and the …

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Life and Heath Coach As we approached the start of a new school year, I was excited. Excited because it was time to spend time …

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Licensed Mental Health Counselor Back to school season can be stressful for some parents, but it is more complicated when you are going through a …

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Licensed Mental Health Counselor With school right around the corner, I’m sure many of you are beginning to think about the mental and physical prep …

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At times it is easy to be negatively affected by insignificant stressors because we internalize and allow them to alter our moods. Often, we are …

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PH. D., LMHC, CAP Licensed Mental Health Counselor & Doctor in Psychology Purposeful Parenting is significant because it gives parents the opportunity to create an …

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Licensed Mental Health Counselor This blog goes out to all parents, single parents, grandparents, adoptive parents, foster parents, and guardians. We are dealing with a …

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I remember as a child the excitement of the beginning of the holiday season. The arrival of the Christmas tree was an important event. As …

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When we think ‘Back to School’ we often relate it to children shopping for school supplies and all dressed up in their school uniforms for …

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The wind is blowing my hat towards my cheek, and I can hear my children laughing with their daddy. It is an absolutely breathtaking day …

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Many parents ask me: “Am I a good parent?”; “Am I doing it right?” The answer is: “You’re doing the best you can with what …

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  As parents, we often forget that kids are kids and they will learn from their mistakes. The question is, how do we make sure …

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The earlier we teach our boys to think healthy, the more likely it will be they will grow to become healthy men. However, in order …

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There are many recovery survivors whose addictions are rooted in their childhood. These are formative years, so aside from the damage their bodies have sustained, …

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You hear a lot about the challenges that your child with ADHD faces but what you don’t hear discussed as often is the positive side …

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  According to the CDC 2016 Breastfeeding Report Card, the rate of American women who are breastfeeding has increased. It also indicates that the number …

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When we become parents, the love that has been nurtured and handed from generation to generation flourishes, but also all the fears. As caregivers, we …

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If you feel awkward or uncomfortable, you are definitely not alone. For most parents, sex topic discussions are one of the most complex and emotionally …

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