The Holidays are Coming – Brace Yourself!
There is a tremendous amount of pressure to be “happy” at holiday time, to revel in the joy of the season when truth be told, it’s not much fun for many folks.
Procrastination and anxiety
Setting priorities or feeling overwhelmed can lead to putting off tasks. It can increase anxiety and generate more avoidance.
Best Life: 5 Ways to Stay Sane During the Holiday Season, According to a Therapist
According to the APA, 44 % of women and 31 % of men feel an increase in their stress level around the holidays. Here’s some tips to help!
My Grief Through the Holidays
For the first time in 66 years, I won’t hear my mother’s voice on Christmas day. She died five months ago after a brief illness.
Newsweek: Man choosing to spend Thanksgiving with sister’s ex-husband
More adults are becoming estranged from a family member. But, can we find a different way? Laurie Poole weighs in.
Benefits of Meditation
While the benefits of meditation have been known for thousands of years and is a core element in some religious practices, scientific studies have shown that meditation can help to reduce stress, manage anxiety, support emotional health and change the pathways of the brain!
Reflections on Aging
Refections on aging, am I really on the brink of senior-dom? In my head, I’m still 40 years old with an entire life ahead of me and as far away from retirement as I can imagine. With a third act career that gives me purpose and joy, I’m happier now than I was earlier in my life.
The Benefits of Teletherapy Connecting From Home
At the Montfort Group, we’re used to seeing our clients in an office setting and having daily interaction with our fellow therapists. Not knowing when this will end adds to the stress of uncertainty. I’m here to let you in on the benefits of teletherapy – connecting with us from the safety of your own home.