Author name: Ann Friedman

January invites reflection, a gentle pause to notice the rhythm of our lives and the quiet ways we care for ourselves. Many of us approach the new year with resolutions, lists of expectations that can set up an adversarial relationship with ourselves. We focus on what we are not, how we fall short, and how […]

December often highlights the importance of connection, yet for many, it can amplify a quieter, challenging emotion: loneliness. This feeling is a significant concern right now, with public health experts labeling it an epidemic. Loneliness isn’t just about being alone; it’s the deeply human ache of feeling a gap between the connections we have and

Each year, on November 13th, we celebrate World Kindness Day. It’s a time set to think about and honor the act of being kind, to all people and to ourselves. Imagine how even small acts of care can start big waves of positivity worldwide. One way to deepen kindness is through compassion training, a practice

Life moves fast, and it is easy to overlook how we’re really doing. October is National Depression Screening Month, offering us a gentle nudge to slow down and check in with ourselves and with the people we care about. Screenings are a simple first step that can open the door to understanding and support. Mindfulness,

September is Suicide Prevention Month, a time to remember the lives lost to suicide as well as to raise awareness about prevention. A tool that can make a difference in the lives of those affected by suicide is mindfulness, the practice of paying attention to the present moment without judgement and with compassion. While it

August is National Wellness Month, a time to slow down and prioritize your health and wellbeing. With busy schedules and lists of priorities, wellness can often take a back seat. But this month allows us to reflect on our daily habits that support long-term wellbeing. We should ask ourselves: what does wellness look like for

July marks Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month—a time to honor the legacy of a trailblazing advocate who fought to dismantle the stigma surrounding mental illness in Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) communities. Campbell’s work highlighted the intersection of race, identity, and mental health, and her advocacy led to the

As the first day of school creeps closer, a mix of excitement and anxiety bubbles up for students, parents, and teachers. Whether it’s a kindergartener’s first step into a classroom or a college student returning to campus, the back-to-school season can bring on stress. Amid adjusting to a new, packed schedule,  mindfulness can be a

June is PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder) Awareness Month, a time to shed light on a condition that affects approximately 6% of Americans. For those living with PTSD, a mental health condition that can develop after a person experiences a traumatic event, getting their lives under control can feel like a challenge. They may experience debilitating

Pride Month, observed in June, is a time of celebration, visibility, and empowerment for the LGBTQ+ community and those who love and support them. This month is dedicated to the celebration of their pride as well as the commemoration of their contributions to the community. But for some, it is also a time of reflection