Many of us find ourselves in a slump this time of year. Though we began 2019 with good intentions, the task of maintaining healthy habits each day can start to feel more challenging than empowering. Now that May is officially here, however, it’s time to give our self-care and mental wellness a good spring cleaning. … Read More
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How Eating Right and Mental Health Work Together
After a long, stressful day, it may be easier to visit a local drive thru for dinner than prepare a home-cooked meal. Sure, we all love an order of salty fries and juicy burgers on the go, but the grogginess and sluggishness that follows isn’t always so satisfying. Many of us know the importance of … Read More
Why Your Mental Health Needs a Spring Break, Too
For many Minnesotans, the warm weather and sunshine often stirs up feelings of renewed hope and energy. Whether it’s taking a half day on Fridays or planning a fishing trip over the weekend, there is something about the longer days that makes us crave a break from reality, so we can finally relax and savor … Read More
What is a Mental Health Assessment & Can It Benefit You?
When you hear the phrase “mental health assessment”, what comes to mind? Perhaps, you already have preconceived notions of what a psychological assessment involves or maybe you’ve never heard of it before. In a previous blog post, we discussed some misconceptions people have about mental health conditions. Feeling anxious or stressed after a therapist recommends … Read More
Why It’s Okay to Say “I’m Not Okay”: Overcoming the Social Stereotypes of Mental Health
Being honest about your mental health and how it’s affecting the way you feel or act around others takes courage. Though we’d all love to ignore that nagging voice in our head telling us something isn’t quite right, the truth is when we finally come to terms with a mental health condition and ask for … Read More
What to Be Aware of if Mental Illness Runs in Your Family
If you or a loved one is living with a mental illness, you may have questions about its genetic factors and whether or not your preexisting condition could be passed down to your children. To help you expand your understanding of mental health and how it can affect family members and future generations, we’ve created … Read More