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Anxiety can feel overwhelming, making everyday tasks seem harder than they need to be. It rarely disappears overnight, but managing it becomes possible by adopting small, consistent habits. Instead of trying to eliminate anxiety completely, learning to respond differently to anxious feelings can make a big difference. Here are four practical practices that helped me reduce anxiety and regain control over my life. Build Distress Tolerance One of the most important skills I dev

Self acceptance is often overlooked as a foundation for true peace and fulfillment. Many people struggle with recognizing their inherent worth, even when external circumstances seem to demand their attention. As an intern therapist, I have observed that beneath the surface of disappointment or frustration with life situations lies a deeper issue: insecurity about oneself. Learning to honor and accept who you are can transform how you face the world, allowing you to respond wi

Sometimes in today's society, people attach morality and personal worth to what they eat. Salads are seen as "good." Dessert is "bad." Eating a certain way becomes a reflection of being disciplined, healthy, or virtuous, while eating another way can lead to feelings of guilt, shame, or failure. The problem with this mindset is that it can contribute to disordered eating patterns and beliefs. Many people struggling with disordered eating experience rigid, black-and-white think

Many of us have a tendency to focus on our perceived mistakes. We replay conversations, second-guess decisions, and think about all the things we "should have" done differently. Over time, this pattern can take a toll on our self-esteem. In therapy, one helpful skill is learning how to reframe our thoughts. A reframe doesn't mean ignoring mistakes or pretending everything is perfect. Instead, it means looking at a situation from a different, more balanced perspective. One tho

When I taught yoga classes, I always began with a themed meditation or grounding exercise. It was a way to bring everyone together while also introducing a relaxation skill people could use outside of class. Over time, I noticed something interesting: different practices resonated with different people. Some people loved a guided body scan, while others connected more with breathing exercises or gratitude practices. Not every technique felt helpful for every person, and that

If you’ve ever tried to “logic” your way out of anxiety, you’re not alone. You might remind yourself that everything is okay, that you’ve handled this before, or that your thoughts aren’t true. And while those things can be helpful, they don’t always work in the moment—especially when anxiety is high. That’s because anxiety isn’t just happening in your mind. It’s happening in your body. When you’re anxious, your nervous system shifts into a stress response. Your heart rate in

April is National Minority Health Month, and Black Maternal Health Week is a time to bring attention to the ongoing health disparities affecting racial and ethnic minority communities in the United States. These conversations are often framed in terms of physical health outcomes—but the impact extends far beyond that. Health inequities are deeply connected to mental health, emotional wellbeing, and access to care. Health disparities are systemic, not individual Black mothers

Our brains and nervous systems are designed to protect us. At a biological level, their job is to keep us safe from danger—constantly scanning for threats and helping us respond quickly when something feels off. The tricky part is that your brain doesn’t always know the difference between danger and newness . Anything unfamiliar—a new environment, a new job, meeting new people, starting a new routine—can register as a potential threat. Because your body hasn’t experienced it

Most people are familiar with the term situationship by now. If not, it’s commonly defined as a romantic connection that exists somewhere between casual and committed—there are feelings, time spent together, maybe even emotional intimacy, but no clearly defined label like “boyfriend” or “girlfriend.” And despite how common they are, situationships tend to get a bad reputation. People often hear: “You should leave.” “They don’t care about you.” “Someone is going to get hurt.”

Everyone has stories about college roommates. And usually those stories are either great… or really negative. They’re emotionally charged situations. From Home to Dorm Up until college, most people have only lived with their family. And that looks very different for everyone. Some shared a room with siblings and are used to sharing space. Others had their own bedroom and privacy their entire lives. Living with someone your age is a completely different dynamic than just being

Maybe you've heard it before... Maybe you’ve heard from older family and friends- take advantage of your 20s! Or enjoy your freedom while you have it. Or I wish I was in my 20s again. Some people say just have fun. Other people say use this time to work hard and save up. Everyone has an opinion. Different Paths And yeah… there are so many paths you could go down in your 20s… especially post graduation… Up until now, the path was clear: high school, apply to colleges, go to co