Some basics about art therapy
Art therapy has been around since the 1940’s, but has only recently begun to gain traction as a legitimate form of therapy in recent years. The term “art therapy” was coined by British artist Adrian Hill, who began to notice the emotional and possibly therapeutic benefits of art. The field began to grow in both […]
How to be more mindful
It is highly likely that we have heard the term “mindfulness” thrown around in conversation, on social media or on television. But what exactly is mindfulness? And how exactly can we be mindful in our day-to-day life? Mindfulness is comprised of two things, awareness and acceptance. It is the ability to be present in your […]
A little bit about being sex-positive
Sex positivity is used to identify those who “emphasize openness, nonjudgmental attitudes, freedom, and liberation about sexuality and sexual expression” (Donaghue, 2015). Thinking from a sex-positive lens means that you view sex not as dirty, or sacrilegious, but as a normal, and potentially enjoyable part of life. Many people have not adopted a sex-positive framework, […]
Some basics about non-traditional relationships
Are you one of the estimated 20% of the United States that has participated in consensual non-monogamy? (Haupert et al., 2017) Are you interested in being part of a non-traditional relationship? Are you just curious? We pride ourselves on being open-minded and inclusive of all genders, races, relationships, sexual or romantic preferences, perspectives, careers, etc. […]
Advice for Long Distance Relationships
Long Distance Relationships (LDRs) can be difficult to navigate, but they can also be just as rewarding as traditional relationships. According to a study in 2015, a group of 1000 long distance couples participated in a study to determine what made a long distance relationship successful. A few trends became evident throughout the study, here […]
Career Counseling
Choosing a career is a complex decision, and who better to help you with said decision than someone who is professionally trained in helping people make those decisions. Career Counselors exist to help you figure out what is important to you, what your strengths are, what you are interested in and how these things can […]
Risk Management
Each one of us has likely taken a risk. From something as huge as moving across the country to start a new job, to something as small as driving through a yellow light. But how do we determine whether or not to take that risk? A lot of the time, the potential benefits outweigh the […]
Difficulty managing new people
Being a manager is not an easy task. You have to be kind but firm, care but not care too much, and be able to effectively resolve conflicts as they arise. Not everyone is suited to management, and that is okay. But how do we become effective managers when we have difficult people working under […]
Simple tips to help with relocating
There is no way around it, moving can be an incredibly a stressful and frustrating ordeal. But moving can be so many other things too. If you are relocating due to a job, think about all of the new opportunities that will be available for you, all the doors this new job could open for […]
How to handle lay offs
Coronavirus or COVID-19 has recently created a wave of lay-offs and shut downs. Businesses have closed their doors, both temporarily and permanently. Life, jobs, and finances are shrouded in uncertainty. The most important thing to remember is to not take it personally. You did not personally create and distribute Coronavirus (COVID-19) on a massive scale. […]