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A Guide to Eco-Friendly Eating: Finding Balance for You and the Earth

A Guide to Eco-Friendly Eating: Finding Balance for You and the Earth

by Kiley Gregory, RDN | Apr 15, 2026 | News

In my line of work, I talk a lot about finding your balance. Usually, we’re talking about balancing nutrients or balancing food enjoyment with health goals. But a personal passion of mine, that many of you share, is about a different kind of balance- how to eat in a...
Seasonal Movement: Staying Steady in the Winter Months

Seasonal Movement: Staying Steady in the Winter Months

by Allie Karagozian, OTR/L | Feb 23, 2026 | Community, Health and Wellness, Mental Health, News

Every winter, I hear a similar theme in sessions, and it rarely starts with, “I need to exercise more.” Instead, it sounds like: “I feel sluggish.” “I have no motivation.” “I’m restless but also exhausted.” “I’m in such a rut.” Winter has a way of amplifying what...
Holding Onto Hope When Everything Feels Hopeless

Holding Onto Hope When Everything Feels Hopeless

by Laura Young, LCPC | Feb 2, 2026 | Community, Health and Wellness, Mental Health, News

Author’s Note: This blog is written from a place of privilege and marginalization as a white, queer, non-binary person. I do not aim to claim that every person reading this can follow every step of separation or care taking that is listed here. I fully recognize that...
Why Lightness Matters: Using Play and Fun in Occupational Therapy

Why Lightness Matters: Using Play and Fun in Occupational Therapy

by Michelle Hodges, OTR/L | Jan 8, 2026 | Community, Health and Wellness, Mental Health, News

When people think about mental health work, they often imagine the opposite of lightness. Instead, they see it as something serious. Deep conversations. Hard truths. Heavy emotions. And while healing can include those moments, it doesn’t have to live there all the...
Mindful News Consumption: A Balanced Approach to Stay Informed

Mindful News Consumption: A Balanced Approach to Stay Informed

by Jenn Graus, LCPC | Oct 28, 2024 | News

In today’s fast-paced world, staying informed about current events is easier than ever. But with constant notifications and the 24/7 news cycle, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the endless stream of information and not feel mindful news consumption is an option.  The...
Fostering Community: Creating Connection as Part of Your Wellness Practice

Fostering Community: Creating Connection as Part of Your Wellness Practice

by Thrive Ahead | Oct 1, 2024 | Health and Wellness, Mental Health, News

As the leaves begin to turn and the air grows crisp, autumn offers a perfect opportunity to reflect on the importance of community in our lives. Creating community is not just about finding friends; it’s about fostering connections that enhance our wellbeing and...
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