Anxiety
By Eric Dean JD, MBA, MA, MA, LPC, CADC I am going to share with you a story about a brilliant mathematician named Abraham Wald. During World War II, Wald was employed at the Statistical Research Group (SRG) at Columbia University where he helped the United States develop wartime strategy. Wald was tasked with assessing the damages to returning aircraft (not all aircraft made it back) and recommending ways to minimize damage to departing aircraft by adding…
Read MoreSteven Losardo, AMFT If you are someone who has had to transition from working in an office environment to working at home during the pandemic, it is likely that many changes have altered your routine. Mindful Magazine (2020) notes, one effect of switching to remote work is the loss of a social environment, which has impacted mental health for many people. The pandemic has been a source of depression and anxiety for remote workers, which is why…
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It’s hard to believe, but the one-year mark of when we went into a global lockdown is quickly approaching. While entering year two doesn’t exactly carry the excitement of New Year’s Eve, it does provide a time for reflection both on the past year and what we hope for in the year to come. Take a moment to ask yourself how you’re doing. Most of us, I believe, will say we’re surviving, we’re managing, we’re keeping our…
Read MoreMary-Lauren O’Crowley NCC, LPC The pandemic brought with it a lot of disruptions. Aside from limiting physical interaction, it also altered in-office jobs, causing most companies to adapt to remote working. The interruption has been emotionally draining, interfering greatly with concentration, motivation, and production. The covid season has introduced new struggles. While you may not be rushing to beat traffic, you may find that you are instead grappling with laziness, as sleep, entertainment, and domestic…
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Abby Hauer, MC, LAC Everyone on the face of earth deals with stress. Stress is a normal part of life and almost each day we may be faced with a different stressor. But how do we recognize when this daily stress has turned into something we can no longer manage? Burnout is a different feeling than stress because we are physically and emotionally exhausted, we may dread each day, and we are no longer able to give…
Read MoreAmanda Ann Gregory, LCPC, EMDR Certified Here’s a hard truth: we tend to be more compassionate and empathic toward the people we love and less empathetic and compassion toward ourselves. Imagine that your loved one has lost their beloved dog. They say to you, “I’m devastated. I shouldn’t be feeling this way, she was just a dog. I’m ridiculous and I just need to get over it.” What would you say to them? You might say something…
Read MoreSteven Losardo, AMFT You may be wondering how to sustain a wellness routine at home. The good news is that it is achievable with commitment and accountability. If you are a remote worker, you may have already settled into a wellness routine during the pandemic. Many people have successfully taken up fitness programs at home, and utilized their home environment for their wellness routine. If sustaining a wellness routine is something you struggle with, don’t despair;…
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Steven Losardo, AMFT You may be feeling a lot of apprehension about returning to work after months of working at home or unemployment while knowing we are still in the pandemic. You may be experiencing anxiety about what comes next for you. Feeling this way is common; anxiety has increased for many people during this time. One research study on Google trends discovered that more people have been searching for “worry” and “anxiety” as well as techniques…
Read MoreBy Eric Dean JD, MBA, MA, MA, LPC, CADC Anger is an emotion that is both universal and misunderstood. Like any emotion, anger is not good or bad in and of itself. The amount, timing, and purpose of anger factor into whether it will be constructive. This post will review some of the pros and cons of anger: Pros Anger Can Be A Strong Indication of the Perception of Unfairness Our emotions are signals that provide valuable…
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Matthew Cuddeback LCSW When I am working with people on changing a behavior that has been identified as unhealthy or problematic, we often focus on two areas that help with this change, 1. Addressing the underlying issues that led to this behavior, and 2. Specific skills needed to manage this behavior change. When we get to this second one, I often discuss with client’s the power of the sticky note as a tool to help with changing…
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