Like many of us, I love this time of year! The lights, the music, the cheer - just love it. However, if you are on a budget (#GradStudentLife), this time of year can also feel daunting and hard to navigate. With multiple Secret Santa, White Elephant, Hannukah parties, etc. on top of honeys, friends …
Mood Shifts In The Winter
Winter is approaching us fast. It’s time to talk about how it can affect our mood. It's pretty common to not feel like yourself when winter comes around. Many people would rather stay inside and away from activities they usually love doing. So the question is “What is Seasonal Affective Disorder and …
Meeting People In The Winter
It may seem like “meeting people in the winter” is a strange topic. But, during the winter, seasonal depression is at an all time high and people are indoors more than ever because it is so cold outside. Meeting people, whether you’re looking to form new friendships or are looking for a new …
Nurturing Your Mental Well-Being: A Guide to Healthy Holidays and Connection
The holiday season, while often associated with joy and celebration, can also bring about stress, anxiety, and feelings of loneliness for many individuals. Balancing the demands of festive preparations with the desire for meaningful connections can be challenging. However, prioritizing your mental …
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Mindfulness Exercises to Combat Overeating
Have you ever experienced a moment of indulgence that led to overeating? Haven't we all?? If it happens once in a while, it’s nothing to worry about. But if it happens frequently, you may wonder if you have an overeating problem which can also be referred to as a “food addiction”. In fact, the …
Resilience: Your Secret Weapon
I get it - life is anything but easy. Stress, adversity, tragic events, and negativity get the best of you. Sometimes it may feel as if the world is swallowing you whole, with one setback after another punching you in the gut. But let me ask you this - how well are you taking those punches? Are you …
Screen Time Fatigue
These days we can't get around the fact that we are always looking at a screen. So many jobs are remote, and even if they're not, it is still common to work on some sort of device. Between our phones and laptops, we're looking at screens way more than before. Since we know that we can't necessarily …
Daylight Saving Time’s Impact Mental Health and Seasonal Depression
As we set our clocks back and transitioned to Standard Time last weekend, experts are warning about the potential impact of Daylight Saving Time on mental health and seasonal depression. While the extra hour of sleep might be a welcome change for many, the decreasing daylight hours can take a toll …
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