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Why Does Anxiety Hit us Where it Hurts?
Anxiety picks the worst times to torment us, and because it’s in our own brains, it torments us about what we care about the most at each stage of our lives. It’s important to recognize that the content of worries, panic, or OCD changes as our lives change. I think about some recent clients of […]
Marriage Breakdown and Depression to Recovery
About Aaron: I’m a mental wellness coach and best-selling author. I help men heal from depression and anxiety, empowering them to connect with their true selves through education in a men’s mental wellness community and personalized coaching sessions at Engage Coaching Group. WHAT WAS THE MAJOR TURNING POINT IN YOUR RECOVERY FROM DEPRESSION? At 37, […]
Find Your Holiday Happiness: Manage Anxiety and Depression
Feeling Stressed Out? Would You Rather Be Out and About? The holidays are an exciting time of good cheer, warm family traditions, and spending time with friends. Or, are they? For many people, the idea of entering a crowded room and chatting up coworkers or strangers at a party, exchanging gifts with friends, traveling from […]
Politics and Family: Does it really have to come to this?
Life has left you tattered and torn. Or maybe you’re celebrating a big achievement. Family is there to patch you up and share your joy. Wait, am I delusional? Politics and family: does it really have to come to this? If you haven’t noticed, the nuclear family is dying. So if there was ever a […]
Cooking with Your Child with Autism: 6 Amazing Benefits!
The holiday season is a time for connection, joy, and creating meaningful traditions with loved ones. From Thanksgiving dinners to Christmas cookies and New Year’s celebrations, the kitchen becomes the heart of many homes this time of year, and cooking with your child with autism can be one of the most meaningful ways to celebrate […]
Finding and Fixing the Root Causes of Pressure Injuries and Other Hospital-Acquired Complications – Trauma System News
Trauma patients, especially those who experience prolonged hospitalization, can be vulnerable to pressure injuries and other hospital-acquired complications (HACs). The challenge for trauma program leaders is that it can be difficult to identify the root causes of high complication rates. Even when the underlying issues are known, implementing effective solutions is often an uphill battle. […]
Tips to Manage Post Election Anxiety
In recent years, it seems like each presidential election leaves around half the country feeling anxious about the next four years. If you’re in that half following the recent election, know that there are a lot of things you can do to manage anxiety in a healthy way. Behavioral Strategies Firstly, here are some tips […]
Restoring the Soul – 5 Self-Cae Tips for Caregivers of Autistic Loved Ones
When you’re a caregiver for someone with autism, it’s easy to feel like your soul is being consumed by their needs. You wake up each day with a deep sense of duty, ready to support your loved one through their challenges and triumphs. Yet, in the midst of this profound love, there often lies a […]
Life with Depression or Anxiety
When living with depression or anxiety, the journey toward mental health wellness can feel overwhelming. However, with the right mindset, coping mechanisms and support, it’s possible to lead a fulfilling life despite the challenges. Whether you are living with depression or coping with anxiety, this article will provide mental health tips, strategies and resources for […]
Hannah’s Story – Australasian Birth Trauma Association
Content warning: This birth story discusses trauma. Topics discussed include severe tearing, sexual assault, PTSD, lack of trauma-informed care, and mental health struggles. If you are seeking support for your birth trauma, we have downloadable resources here or you can join one of our free Peer2Peer Support programs. It is unfortunate that sometimes in life we can […]