Here is the thing... life is really hard.

The basic of all emotions. Anxiety is what keeps us safe and alert when we are in danger. We need anxiety, but not all the time. Chronic anxiety and panic result from an overactive sympathetic nervous system, and even small things become a threat to your peace. 

  Healing from trauma takes time. Be patient with the pace of recovery and remember that everyone’s response to trauma is different.  The most important thing is to START your process of healing... it is never too late.

We all want and need to feel connected to those around us.  Some relationships heal us, some hurt us, and some are missing from our lives. Feeling lonely can be the worst of all feelings, but know you are not alone. 

Stress is the result of not having adequate resources to cope with the demands in your life.  All people experience stress from time to time. However, excessive or chronic stress can take a toll on your mental and physical health.

 Some people describe depression as “living in a black hole” or having a feeling of impending doom. Men in particular can feel angry and restless. However you experience depression,  it can seriously impact your life if left untreated.  

 Mourning is an intimate and unique experience for each of us. There’s no manual on how to cope with loss and certainly no right or wrong way to go through the stages of grief that might come from it. 

 Burnout is a state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion caused by excessive and prolonged stress. Burnout is often associated with work, but can impact every aspect of your life. It can have you feeling stuck and hopeless about what to do next. 

 Wellness matters because everything we do and every emotion we feel relates to our well-being. In turn, our well-being directly affects our actions and emotions. It’s an ongoing circle.