When considering social anxiety or shyness, knowing the differences can be confusing.

The word courtship might feel out of place in today’s dating culture.

You probably don’t associate it with swiping, texting, or algorithm-driven matches.

By Jessica Nesis, MEd

Is sleep anxiety driving you to the edge of exhaustion? 

By Charla Lineman, MEd

In our society, sex is everywhere, yet it remains a somewhat taboo topic. We’re used to seeing sex on TV, in movies, or in advertisements, yet we can blush at the thought of discussing it with a close friend or partner. If you’re more reserved when it comes to sexuality, you might be labeled as a “prude” and told to loosen up; but if you’re open about sexuality, you’re criticized and told to be more modest.

When you enter into a relationship with someone new, the first thing people tend to look for is chemistry. Emotional chemistry is a natural flow between two people that never feels forced. Normally, for a short-term relationship, the physical pull is important from the start. As for wanting a long-term relationship, it takes more than physicality to make it last.

The holidays can take a toll on our mental well-being. While we strive to enjoy and show gratitude around the holidays, it’s easy to become overwhelmed by the stress of it all. And, because the holidays are often about giving, it’s easy to spread yourself too thin.

By Sylvia Beligotti, MA

With the wonderful spring weather, many are feeling inspired to start or improve their fitness routine. There are many reasons you may want to start exercising, and nearly all of them are beneficial.

Perhaps you have a fitness goal in mind that you want to fulfill. Or maybe you want to find an exercise routine to improve your physical health. Have you ever considered, however, that finding an exercise routine may improve your mental health?

Emotions are an inevitable part of our lives. Most of us enjoy the ones that feel good: happiness, excitement, satisfaction, and pride. The ones that aren’t quite as enjoyable: sadness, grief, anger, and disappointment, to name a few, can be a struggle to accept at times.

Have you ever felt you have some great goals — but you’re no closer to achieving them than when you started?

Perhaps you’ve lost the momentum that you felt when you first developed them. Now you feel stuck and don’t know where to begin.

What happened?