“Within you, there is a stillness and a sanctuary to which you can retreat at any time and be yourself.” ~ Hermann Hesse. We all need a retreat, a sanctuary, and that stillness in our lives, if only for a few brief moments a day. Holistic wellness applies to physical and mental health, and we […]

Extreme shyness can lead to a state of constant anxiety. This consistent feeling of fear creates a level of social disconnect that, if not addressed, can follow you from adolescence into adulthood.  Living in a world of varying social constructs requires individuals to be sociable. Communication is one of the first things you learn. However, […]

Many of us deal with multiple mental health issues. For example, people undergoing addiction treatment may be struggling with co-occurring disorders. Someone with one or more mental health disorders may also need to seek addiction treatment. Substance or alcohol dependence and mental health issues can and do co-exist, more often than not.  Fortunately, treatment is […]

It is likely that no human being has mastered the art of being fully present in one single moment. Abandoning thoughts of yesterday, tomorrow, or even that load of laundry you still need to fold and honing in on the present is not always easy. Many individuals have at least one other thing on their […]