By: Kara Buda, M.A. It’s been eight months since COVID-19 was recognized as a global pandemic. Since March, the way we live our daily lives has changed. The new normal has become staying at home, canceling vacations and major life
By: Ashley Oliver, M.S. When I was a child, I would shy away from any form of confrontation out of fear. I was avoidant and I did not like arguments. I was always that person that said “it’s just not
BY: Christina Eagle, L.M.H.C. Titles, obligations, and expectations… Oh My! Having someone like a close friend a.k.a. Best Friend Forever (BFF) within your support system is beneficial in so many ways. They can be a shoulder to cry on, help you through
By: Ashley Oliver, M.S. Dealing with a breakup can be difficult, but it becomes even more difficult when you decide to take blame for the end of the relationship. I recently had dinner and drinks with a friend who just
By:Christina Eagle, L.M.H.C. Many people say “trust is earned not given.” But what happens when trust is broken within a relationship (between family, friends, employers, romantic partners etc.)? Do we become disappointed, sad, hurt, or angry? The answer is: all
By: Alexander Gordon, M.A. I vividly remember trying out for my school’s basketball team when I was in eighth grade. I was on the team the previous year and I believed that in order to be one of the “cool
By: Ashley Oliver, M.S. Everyone brace yourselves! This may come as a shock to many. Contrary to the countless stereotypes of women in the 21st century, I DESPISE shopping (with a passion). To many, it’s an outlet–a way to relieve stress.
By: Christina Eagle, L.M.H.C. Perhaps one day your passion that once brought you joy begins to turn into a burning sensation of needing to be the best/do the best. Out of pressure to meet your expectations, other people’s expectations, or
By: Alexander Gordon, M.A. While at the U.S. Open tennis tournament, I happened to watch Venus Williams in an early round. She brought a lot of energy, passion, and skill to the match I watched. However, when she missed a
By: Ashley Oliver M.S. I recently started a new job at a school this week and I already am feeling a little (or a lot of) stress! As I get acclimated to the environment, there seems to be a lot