Summer-Pattern Seasonal Affective Disorder 

Summer-Pattern Seasonal Affective Disorder 

The vast majority of us will experience a low mood from time to time during which we may feel sad, anxious, hopeless, frustrated, and fatigued. We will typically face a low mood after major life changes or distressing events such as the loss of a loved one,...
Gottman’s Four Horsemen of the Relational Apocalypse

Gottman’s Four Horsemen of the Relational Apocalypse

For those of us who have been fortunate enough to fall in love, we have likely experienced relational conflict. After all, it is simply inevitable that we will face communication breakdowns at various points in our relationships. However, what is not inevitable is our...
The Anxiety of Growing My Network

The Anxiety of Growing My Network

Networking is an important part of growing as a professional, or contributing to your social well-being. Recently, you may have tried to approach a new person, but started to experience a dry mouth, rapid heartbeat, or even an upset stomach. These symptoms can stem...
The Mindset: A Learnable Asset

The Mindset: A Learnable Asset

With the start of the new year, we begin to reflect on our past and look towards our future goals. In order to achieve success, we also need to acknowledge our failures. Our mindset is the set of beliefs that shape how we make sense of ourselves and the world. It can...
Tips on Spending the Holidays Alone

Tips on Spending the Holidays Alone

What are you doing for the holidays? You may have heard this question before from a colleague, a peer, or even in passing as the holidays are starting to come in full swing. As a society, we often associate this time of the year with gatherings and traditions with our...