May 22, 2020 | Mental Health Information
(Day 13) 30 Days of Self-Care Information and Strategies – Kristin Cowart, MSW, LCSW “Research shows that helping others makes us happier. But in her groundbreaking work on generosity and joy, social psychologist Elizabeth Dunn found that there’s a catch: it...May 21, 2020 | Mental Health Information
(Day 12) 30 Days of Self-Care Information and Strategies – Kristin Cowart, MSW, LCSW “Often when we set out to create a new habit, we set ourselves up for failure by not factoring in the daily obstacles we might encounter—lack of time, energy, or simply a change in...May 20, 2020 | Mental Health Information
(Day 11) 30 Days of Self-Care Information and Strategies – Kristin Cowart, MSW, LCSW Although it can be difficult, especially during time of stress, it is important to aim for a healthy and nutritious diet as much as possible. This is not only essential for our immune...May 19, 2020 | Mental Health Information
(Day 10) 30 Days of Self-Care Information and Strategies – Kristin Cowart, MSW, LCSW “Emotional Contagion” is the ability to directly or indirectly affect the emotions and behaviors of others. It is not always a bad thing. Spreading happiness is great, but negative...May 18, 2020 | Mental Health Information
(Day 9) 30 Days of Self-Care Information and Strategies – Kristin Cowart, MSW, LCSW Exercise in almost any form can act as a stress reliever, but did you know it can also help with depression, anxiety, ADHD, and more? Being active boosts your endorphins, distracts you...May 15, 2020 | Mental Health Information
(Day 8) 30 Days of Self-Care Information and Strategies – Kristin Cowart, MSW, LCSW Maintaining healthy, supportive relationships keep us happier and healthier. It also helps buffer against loneliness, which is connected to many different negative physical and...