Perspective

I talk about perspective and balance often, but this holiday weekend provided a humbling opportunity to remember what is important. Fourth of July weekend, still cautious about socializing but trying to celebrate responsibly. No fireworks for the husband and myself, but some chatting from…

We’re Stronger than we think

I was honored to be interviewed by Bethany Bray from the American Counseling Association as one of the sources for her article in the June 2020 issue of Counseling Today. The article, Counseling’s Evolution Under COVID-19, shares the perspective of six providers from across…

Making the time count

Learning to bake

2020 has brought new challenges to everyone in the world. It has impacted our jobs, our friends, our families, our sense of security, and even our health. One option to take back a measure of control is to try to make the time count…

Families can visit the Zoo from their cars

Although the Spring of 2020 has seen several family events cancelled, closed, or postponed – the Henry Doorly Zoo is opening their Wildlife Safari Park for one month. If you haven’t gone, it is a safe but upclose way to see some of the…

First post

Just to get the ball rolling, I want to say “Hello” and welcome you. I’m hoping to use this site, in addition to Monif Mental Health Facebook page, as a means of providing information and tools that anyone might be able to use. This…