Media Literacy is defined as “the ability to encode and decode the symbols transmitted via media and synthesize, analyze and produce mediated messages.”* To simplify, media literacy is when you are able to understand, think critically about what you are seeing in the media, but also be able to create your own content and express […]
Our daily life is filled with digital interactions and the power of positive internet spaces is not to be underestimated. We are exposed to unwanted algorithms and content that we didn’t subscribe to. This has significant impacts on how we feel, think, and interact with others. Therefore, finding or creating a space online that is
Progressive muscle relaxation (PMR) is a technique that alleviates stress and anxiety. It can be used during a stressful experience and is also described as a mindful activity that promotes relaxation. Therefore, you can practice PMR as a proactive OR reactive measure to take control of anxiety and reactions to stress. In progressive muscle relaxation,
Test anxiety is experienced by students of all ages. Students often feel the pressure to perform well in order to reach their goals and please their family, teachers, or employers. This pressure can result in feeling overwhelmed, paralyzed, nervous, and doubtful of your own abilities. If you’ve ever experienced sweaty palms, a racing heart, or
One question we often get asked during consultation call with perspective clients is: How long does therapy take for anxiety? Let’s first talk about some of the basics. Anxiety is a common mental health condition that affects millions of people worldwide. Whether it’s occasional feelings of nervousness or persistent, overwhelming worry, anxiety can impact daily
Let’s start with figuring out what escapism is! Escapism is the act of mentally separating from something unpleasant by focusing on something entertaining or getting lost in your imagination. Forms of entertainment in these situations usually come from electronics. It’s so easy to grab your phone and spend time on social media instead of sitting
Locus of control (LOC) is a theory coined by Julian B. Rotter in 1954. The need for this construct came about when Rotter wanted to better capture or understand personality and how humans learn. Rotter meant for locus of control to be more of a continuum, despite the use of either-or language. So what is
With the solar eclipse fast approaching, I could not resist using it as a metaphor for worry thoughts! And who doesn’t love a pun?! NASA defines a solar eclipse as when the moon passes between the sun and the earth at just the right time. As a result, the light from the sun is blocked,
I love watching art restoration videos as a form of self-care. I also find these videos can be an accurate metaphor for therapy. Just as an art conservator is working to restore the art, so is a therapist working with the client to end masking and reveal the authentic self. One video particularly spoke to
Drs. Emily and Amelia Nagowski explore the topic of how to manage burnout in their book, Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle. Before jumping into ways that we can address burnout, let’s take a moment to better understand what burnout is. First, let’s look at the definitions of burnout. Burnout (n.): One, is
