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Midwest Season Changes Leaving You SAD?

by Carolyn Wass, MSW, LSW It’s undeniable that the changing of the seasons are often accompanied by beautiful moments. The changing color...

The Trap of Overwhelm

I think anyone would agree that there are plenty of things that we may find ourselves overwhelmed with during this current time.

Practicing Gratitude During Difficult Times

I welcomed my second child to the world in June of 2018. He was the perfect addition to our family in so many ways, and I am so grateful to

Building Resiliency Through the Winter

The holidays are over, and if you're in the Midwest, the longest part of winter looms ahead of us. Snow covers the ground, chilling cold tak

5 Tips for You or Someone Who is Struggling

Gosh, aren't we all struggling just a little bit right now?

Self-Care When You're Told Not To

As a society, we continue to struggle to give ourselves permission to practice self-care or furthermore giving other people permission to pr

Helping Someone Who's Grieving

When I was 20, my father died in a motorcycle accident on a late spring afternoon. I had just finished my sophomore year of college and was