Summer is supposed to feel light, carefree, and exciting. Yet even the idea of a “carefree summer” can carry a surprising amount of pressure. Longing for a change in routine, a vacation, or a break from work, many of us enter the season with hopes of feeling rejuvenated, connected, and renewed. While these hopes are normal to hold, they can also set us up for disappointment when summer doesn't deliver the transformation we imagined.
Read MoreIn today’s fast-paced, digital-first world, many teens find themselves trying to balance the demands of school, family responsibilities, and the constant pull of social media and the internet. Kids are busier than ever, juggling academics, sports, extracurricular activities, and even caregiving duties for younger siblings. Home and school often serve as teens’ primary and secondary environments; however, these spaces are not always where teens feel fully comfortable expressing themselves or exploring the world around them. This is where the "third space" comes into play.
Read MoreAll you need is love. We’ve all heard it. We’ve all felt it. We’ve all sang along to the Beatle’s song. But is love all we truly need to make a relationship work?
Read MoreHow do you make New Year’s Resolutions work for you? Well, I have never been a big fan of New Year’s Resolutions. Many resolutions are based on a deprivation model (i.e. stop eating sugar, no more TV) which makes these goals nearly impossible to achieve or maintain. I even set out to write about alternative strategies to resolutions. But when looking at some of the most common resolutions, I realized something…
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