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14 Therapists Answer: What are the best self-care tips for free, on a budget, and at a higher price point?

When we interview our associate therapists, we ask them about their best tips for self-care. Everyone approaches this differently. Some of our therapists really give us food for thought as to what self-care truly means. Many give a variety of tips, knowing that we each need different things at different times. Here are what 14 of our associate therapists responded...[ read more ]

The Real Sexy Getting-Ready Song: What if party prep is an erotic ritual that’s just for you? 

This post was written by associate therapist Jordana del Feld. Jordana is a certified Ericksonian hypnotherapist. In this post, she explores the idea that getting ready for a party can be a ritual, "a time of private curiosity and indulgence" that celebrates you and sets your emotional tone for the evening. “Margot” didn’t know what to wear. It was already...[ read more ]

The Truffle Tragedy: What if “right now” is the perfect time to enjoy the sweetness of life? 

This post was written by associate therapist Jordana del Feld. Jordana is a certified Ericksonian hypnotherapist. In this post, she shares a story about the common experience of saving our best things for some later date that never comes and asks us to consider that now, not later, might be the perfect time for joy. “Elena” was deep-dive house-cleaning. As...[ read more ]

How to Start When You Can’t Get Started by Associate Therapist Jordana del Feld

How to Start When You Can’t Get Started by Associate Therapist Jordana del Feld

This post was written by associate therapist Jordana del Feld. In this post, she shares five tips for how to start making changes when it feels hard to do so. By becoming present in the moment, in our bodies, and being gentle with ourselves, we can accomplish so much! How to Start When You Can’t Get Started by Associate Therapist...[ read more ]

The Intersection of Physical and Mental Health in Men

The Intersection of Physical and Mental Health in Men

June is Men's Mental Health Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the unique mental health challenges faced by men and promoting the importance of seeking help and support. One critical aspect of men's mental health that often goes overlooked is the close relationship between physical and mental well-being. Understanding this intersection can empower men to take a holistic...[ read more ]

Strategies for Enhancing Mental Health and Building Resilience

Strategies for Enhancing Mental Health and Building Resilience

As we have shared several times, May is Mental Health Awareness Month. This year’s theme as outlined by Mental Health America is “where to start” and it has three action points: learn, act, advocate. We shared more about the "learn" action last week. This week, we want to expand on the "act" section. MHA expands on this single word directive...[ read more ]

5 Mindfulness-Related Self Care Tips for Spring and Summer

5 Mindfulness-Related Self Care Tips for Spring and Summer

Self-care can vary between seasons due to changes in weather, daylight hours, and social activities. In spring and summer, warmer weather and longer daylight hours often encourage outdoor activities, such as hiking, gardening, or picnics, which can influence self-care routines. Additionally, the abundance of fresh produce in these seasons may inspire healthier eating habits and opportunities for mindful eating. While...[ read more ]

How to Get Out of Your Own Way by Associate Therapist Jordana del Feld

how to get out of your own way

As you may have seen in the newest issue of our free monthly newsletter, associate therapist Jordana del Feld shared a two-part video on the topic of "how to get out of your own way." Today, we share her accompanying blog post. In it, Jordana discusses the challenge of believing in one's ability to achieve happiness and success, especially when...[ read more ]

Shorter Days, But Busier Schedules? Self-Care and Boundaries for Winter and Holidays

winter blues and holiday boundaries and self care

Have you noticed that the daylight hours are shorter? It's funny how one day, and not usually on Daylight Savings Day interestingly enough but just on some random day, you suddenly notice the change in daylight. Night has been starting earlier and earlier for months in a gradual fashion but one day you look outside at 6 pm and suddenly...[ read more ]

The Lifespan of a Fact: Review of a Play (and Book)

The Lifespan of a Fact: Review of a Play (and Book)

The Lifespan of a Fact A Play by Jeremy Kareken, David Murrell, and Gordon Farrell  A Book by John D'Agata and Jim Fingal Recently therapist Julie Peters shared with us how The Mirror Game exercise from her theatre acting days applies to our mental health. So, of course, she's the perfect person to provide us with a review of a play (which is...[ read more ]

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