Getting Comfortable with Uncertainty
Life’s full of twists and turns. Sometimes they’re scary. Like when we’re waiting for medical test results. Other times they’re joyful. Like bringing home a new baby. But no matter what we’re dealing...
View ArticleThe Power of Tracking Your Mood
Mood rings are back. At least that’s the impression I get from my undergraduate students. Invented in the 1970s, mood rings promise the wearer a constant measure of their mood. Black for stressed....
View ArticleFeeling Overwhelmed, Anxious, or Stressed? Read This
First, feel your feet on the floor. I’m serious. Really feel your feet on the floor. It doesn’t matter if you’re wearing shoes or socks. Just tune into the sensation of your feet against the ground,...
View Article7 Ways to Prep for Parenthood That Protect Your Mental Health
So much of getting ready for parenthood centers on the baby. You spend hours researching what to buy. You take classes on how to keep that tiny human alive. You line up a pediatrician and childcare....
View ArticleHow to Actually Feel Your Feelings
Most of us have intense feelings from time to time. Some are welcome. Like the pleasure we feel while spending time with our favorite people. Others seem unbearable. Like the grief that hits us after...
View ArticleAn Introvert’s Guide to Socializing
What’s your idea of a perfect Saturday night? A cozy, intimate dinner at home with close friends? Or a big, stimulating event full of new faces? If you’re down for staying in, you may be an introvert....
View ArticleLeaving on a Jet Plane: 5 Essential Coping Skills for Flight Anxiety
Whether you travel for business or pleasure (or both), it’s exciting to explore new places and cultures. But for many of us, the journey there isn’t always pleasant. Research estimates that up to 40%...
View ArticleWhat is Radical Acceptance? And How Can I Use It?
When life gets challenging, it can seem like there’s nothing we can do. We feel overwhelmed and at a loss. We can slip into states of denial. And struggle to accept our reality. This can make moving...
View ArticleSpotting Postpartum Depression and Anxiety
There’s this notion that the first weeks of parenthood should be all new-baby bliss and bonding. The reality? This time of immense change can also be an emotional rollercoaster. Birthing parents are...
View ArticleHow We Celebrate Queer Culture
Feeling like you can fully express yourself is a powerful experience for anyone. But it can be extra impactful for members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community. “So often, LGBTQIA2S+ people grow up feeling...
View Article4 Ways Black Joy Can Help You Build Resilience
#BlackJoy. #BlackBoyJoy. #BlackGirlMagic. You might have seen these hashtags before. Social media made them more mainstream. But Black joy goes further back than this. It’s been a consistent thread in...
View ArticleTackle the 10 Biggest Challenges of Freshman Year
Ah, college. Goodbye parents, hello freedom! It sounds nice in theory, right? You can dictate your own schedule. Shed outdated perceptions of yourself. Pursue new passions. Expand your horizons in all...
View ArticleDealing with Substance Use Disorder? Here are 4 People You Need in Your Corner
Recovery from substance use disorder (SUD) is challenging. That’s especially true if you’ve been dealing with the most severe form. You’ve already taken an important first step in deciding to cut back...
View ArticleWhat to Say (and Not to Say) to Someone Who is Grieving
Grief is a universal experience. Not knowing what to say to a grieving person is almost as common. That’s because humans feel a variety of emotions. But many of us never learned how to talk about...
View ArticleTherapy at AbleTo: What to Expect & How to Get the Most Out of It
What comes to mind when you think about therapy? Maybe what you picture is like something out of a TV show or movie: You lying on a couch. Your therapist sitting across from you in a leather chair. Or...
View ArticleCognitive Behavioral Therapy: What It Is & How It Works
If you’re like me, you might give a side eye to trends on social media. Especially when it comes to health and wellness. “Is this vitamin really going to help me sleep better?” “Will this supplement...
View Article7 Fears About Coaching and Therapy — Debunked
Starting coaching or therapy can feel intimidating. If it’s your first time, you might have some preconceived notions about what the experience will be like. And that’s ok. After all, it can involve...
View ArticleEverything You Need to Know About Coaching at AbleTo
When you think about coaching, you might picture someone on the sidelines instructing players during a game. Or maybe you envision a life coach offering guidance and support to help people achieve...
View ArticlePanicked to Prepared: How Mindfulness Can Reduce Test Anxiety
Like many people, you might experience a variety of thoughts, emotions, and physical sensations before a test. This could range from mild unease (rapid heartbeat, sweaty palms) to nausea and thought...
View Article5 Ways to Boost Your Well-being with Gratitude
Imagine you’re walking down the street on a tough day. Suddenly, a butterfly flits across your path, making you smile. As you start walking again, you realize you feel a bit lighter. Then, as you head...
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