Food is more than fuel, it reflects culture, comfort, tradition, and connection. Eating habits often carry emotional weight, which can make differences feel personal or uncomfortable. When family members or friends eat differently, moments around food may feel awkward, judgmental, or isolating, even …
Why Friendships are part of Wellness
When thinking about health and wellness, we often picture balanced meals, workout routines, and prioritizing self-care. While these aspects are important, one factor that is just as vital is the people we surround ourselves with. Friendships and community play a huge role in our mental health, …
Friendship in Motion
Getting your body moving doesn’t always have to mean hitting the gym or doing an intense workout. One of the easiest and most fun ways to build more movement into your life is by making it social. When you bring friends, family, or even coworkers into the mix, it feels less like exercise and more …
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 …
How To Meet People In Your Twenties And Thirties
I think we take for granted sometimes how easy it is to make friends as children and teens. We go to school with kids our age through high school, and then if you go to college, you have access to yet another massive social circle. College especially gives ample opportunity to make new connections - …
Valentine’s Day When You’re Single
It's almost February 14th...the day to celebrate love, the beloved or the dreaded, Valentine's Day. This holiday can be very polarizing - if you are in a relationship, it can be romantic. If you are single, it can lead to a lot of insecurity and possible bitterness. In years past, even when I have …
Nurturing Your Social Health From Afar
Did you see this title and start counting on your fingers: "I know there's physical health, mental health... wait, social health??" Social health refers to wellbeing gained from someone's social bonds and interpersonal relationships. Humans are such social creatures; we all need social interaction …