Recently, I came across an article that discussed a concept called, the “awe” effect. The article was a very interesting read and aimed towards explaining how individuals view the world and how we become influenced by things in our environment. It made me think of my own experiences and how if they had not have happened, I may have ended up having completely different perspectives towards life and how I live it. So, what is the awe effect? In…
It’s that time of year again – time for fun in the sun, spending time with friends, vacations, barbecuing, and……swim suit season! What comes with swim suit season you ask? Lots of articles telling us, “how to get fit for your bikini this summer” and articles asking, “Are you beach bod ready?”, etc. Society tells us that we must look a certain way in order to feel good about ourselves and look good on the beach or by the…
Taking the first step and setting up your appointment for your first counseling session can be an overwhelming and scary thing. For many individuals, there’s a bit of doubt and uncertainty as to what you can expect. This blog is meant to help you feel comfortable going into your first session and to provide a little bit of insight as to what will happen at the first meeting with your therapist. Generally, the first and most important part of counseling…