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Why Do I Wake Up at 3am? 3 Proven Strategies From a Therapist
There is no doubt about it. Sleep is conducive for healthy physical and psychological functioning…but what if you are having difficulties getting or staying asleep these days? Let’s dive in…
The Key to Mingling Money in a Relationship
To combine or not combine: That’s the essential question when it comes to couples and their finances — particularly bank accounts. No matter the decision, it pays to know the potential pitfalls — and talk about them.
A Guide To Prepare For The Holidays : Keep Calm & Holiday On
When it comes to our mental health and stress levels, it’s worth it to prepare yourself before the holidays are here. Remember – the holidays are fun! Right? When it comes to our mental health and stress levels, it’s worth it to…
Behavior Insight : Two Lessons on Blame from Brené Brown
In this post you’ll learn Two lessons on blame. Here’s how to tell if you’re a blamer: When something goes wrong do you want to know whose fault it is or do you make room for empathy and accountability?…
Passion Will Spark Your New Years Resolutions, Not Pressure
Whether it’s New Year’s or just another day, you can learn to cultivate resolve by gently investigating what it means to you to support your own decisions. Instead of being a floppy noodle, you can trust your ability to hold firm and notice the energy this gives you. Evoking a clear…
Why Can’t I Stop Thinking About My Past?
Try not to be frustrated with yourself if you can’t stop thinking about the past. It’s a normal and healthy thing that your brain does in order to get your attention. It’s saying “hey, this thing needs to integrated into your life now. It’s over but I haven’t processed it yet.”
5 Tips For Daily Management of Stress and Anxiety
No matter how hard you try, it’s impossible to live a stress-free life. This article will cover 5 Tips For Daily Management of Stress & Anxiety. Building your coping skills and stress management tools can help you get through life’s challenges without succumbing to…
Three Things I Learned from Teaching Happiness
Happiness and gratitude go hand in hand. Happiness is not a new idea, nor does the average person struggle with explaining what it means. In this article Emiliana Simon-Thomas shares the key truths about happiness that are most meaningful to learners.
Try Something New… and Other Tips to Beat the Winter Blues
With a couple months of frigid temps still ahead of us, we gathered our favorite ways (inside where it’s warm, of course) to get you out of the house, connecting with others and beating the winter blues in Chicago. Here are 5 simple things you can do…