A Day to Pause and Reflect Every year on October 10, World Mental Health Day comes around. For some, it might feel like just another awareness day. But as I (Monica) reflect on the conversations I’ve had in my therapy office, I realize how important it is to stop and mark this day. Mental health…
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The Subtle Shift From Stress to Something More When friends or clients ask me about therapy, I (Monica) often hear: “I thought I was just stressed.” I get it. Most of us feel stressed these days. Work deadlines pile up, family responsibilities weigh heavy, and our phones rarely stop buzzing. Stress is part of life.…
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Raising resilient children is one of the greatest gifts you can give them. Resilient kids are better able to handle stress, adapt to change, and solve problems. While some children may naturally be more resilient, there are ways you can foster resilience in any child. 1. Model Resilience Children learn a lot from watching their…
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Resilience is more than just bouncing back from tough times—it’s about adapting to challenges and thriving in the face of adversity. Whether you’re dealing with a stressful job, relationship issues, or personal setbacks, resilience helps you maintain mental well-being and find solutions to problems. But what exactly is resilience, and why is it so important?…
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