10 Tips to Help with Seasonal Affective Disorder
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10 Tips to Help with Seasonal Affective Disorder

As the seasons change, and the days seem to become shorter some people feel a little more sad or more tired than usual compared to the warmer months. This is called Seasonal Affective Disorder, or SAD for short. It usually happens in the fall and winter when there is less sunlight, and the temperatures begin to shift. But don’t worry! There are ways to feel better and make the most of every season of life. Here are 10 tips and strategies to help you feel happier during the colder months.

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Holiday Anxiety: Ways to cope this Season with Quick, Practical Tips to Help
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Holiday Anxiety: Ways to cope this Season with Quick, Practical Tips to Help

Holiday anxiety can turn what’s often considered the most joyful time of year into a period of stress and dread. During the time of year marked by twinkling lights, cooler air, and the aroma of holiday scents, a silent struggle looms for many people: a holiday season marked by increased anxiety and mental health challenges. We are told that we should relax, savor the joy of the season, spend time with loved ones, and lean into all the season has to offer. And while all of that sounds great in theory, many people face a myriad of complex emotions that challenge the notion that the season is supposed to be marked with simplicity, relaxation, and joy.

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8 Questions to Ask Your Therapist
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8 Questions to Ask Your Therapist

Therapists expect clients to have questions about therapy when they come to a session, especially if this is their first time in therapy.

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