I used to move on a Saturday and have everything done by Monday. And by everything, I mean pictures hung, drawers organized, everything nice and tidy… Because I don’t do well when things aren’t in their place. A disorganized environment equals a very disorganized mind in my case. Since back surgery, that process looks different. […]

What no one tells you about grief is how it quietly steals the ordinary escapes you used to rely on. The Theft of Simple Escapes Before loss, you knew how to take a break from life. You turned on music during a drive. You curled up with a familiar show. You laughed at reruns you’ve […]

I have a lot of friends who are incredible teachers. So invested in their students – extending far beyond their academics. And then I have my clients. And my clients teachers who I attempt to connect with, often unsuccessfully. The conversations that I hope go smoothly and often don’t until I start explaining my clients […]

It’s that time of year. Whether your kiddos are just beginning school or heading off to graduate school – moms all over the world are feeling the feels. (I must point out that my mom had absolutely no feels. No joke. She threw a party. Ok – maybe not an actual, literal party. But in no way, […]

My actual 10th anniversary is on the 16th. Ten years. Ten. I was happier than I knew was even possible. Which made losing Jim even more traumatic. 7 of my 10 years here in Colorado have been without him (physically here.) It’s so wrong. The people I talk to on a daily basis he doesn’t […]

I’ve worked tirelessly to maintain a positive outlook. To always find the silver lining. It’s Jim living on through me. But I’m also human. We are all faced with challenges, difficult moments, and impossible decisions. It’s called LIFE. It’s easy to get caught up in the roller coaster of life. It takes effort, a conscious […]

  Grief is never easy. But when you’re in college, it’s even harder. In honor of National College Student Grief Awareness Day, let’s talk about a few tips to help college students navigate grieving. College is so much different from every other part of life. By the time you get to college, you’re labeled an […]

Choosing the right mental health professionals to support you can be scary. You’re trusting someone with the deepest, messiest parts of yourself – and you deserve to be able to trust them fully. So let’s talk about what you can do to ensure you’re trusting the right people. I’ve recently come face to face with […]

How much do you really know about substance use? Today, for National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week, let’s learn about the topic together. Content Warning: This blog contains discussions of drug and alcohol use, overdose, overdose death, and other difficult mental health issues. If you find these topics uncomfortable or distressing, take the time to […]

Content Warning: This blog contains discussions of self-harm, mental illness, abuse, and other difficult mental health issues. If you find these topics uncomfortable or distressing, take the time to decide whether this content is right for you. If you need to talk to someone, you can reach out to me at any time. I talk […]

National Eating Disorder Awareness Week begins on Monday, February 26th. In observance of this vital awareness week, let’s talk about eating disorders. What are they? What are the risk factors and signs? What can we do to prevent eating disorders, and to offer better support and resources to the people around us? Content Warning: This […]

How do you define happiness? What does joy mean in your life? Today, in honor of Hunt for Happiness Week, let’s talk about finding personal happiness in our everyday lives. Not the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow happiness. The real life, in the middle of real ups and downs, happiness.  Do […]