Author name: Ann Friedman

National Depression Screening Month, in October, provides a yearly nudge to check in on our  minds. But as the holiday season begins to appear on the horizon, with gatherings to plan,  budgets to manage, and family dynamics to navigate, it’s worth widening that check-in to  include the body, too. Mind and body were never separate […]

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, a time to honor those we’ve lost and to strengthen the tools we have to support those still with us. One of the most powerful tools we have is simply learning to notice and to stay present once we do.  Many of us worry we’ll miss the signs or

August has a way of making us look ahead. Before summer is even over, many of us are already thinking about what comes next: new routines, school schedules, projects we meant to start, and goals we haven’t finished. It’s easy to feel as though we’re running out of time, even when there are still weeks

There are days when we finally have time to rest, only to discover that we don’t actually feel rested. We sleep a little longer, spend a quiet evening at home, or take a day off from work, yet the feeling of exhaustion lingers. It can be frustrating, especially when we’ve done what we thought we

June is recognized as Men’s Health Month, offering an opportunity to bring attention to an issue that often remains unspoken: men’s mental health. While conversations around mental well-being have become more common, many men still face pressure to appear strong, independent, and unaffected by emotional challenges. These expectations can make it difficult to acknowledge struggles

Creating routines for our mental well-being often begins with noble intentions. We may decide to meditate daily, practice gratitude, or take regular breaks to reset. Yet, as life becomes busy, these intentions can quietly fade. Building a sustainable mental wellness routine isn’t about willpower alone but about understanding how habits form and how small, consistent

Sometimes, we notice subtle shifts in someone we care about. They may seem quieter, less engaged, or simply not quite themselves, and these moments can bring uncertainty. You may worry about saying the wrong thing or feel unsure about how to show up. Supporting a loved one who is struggling with their mental health often

By April, the year is no longer new, and the urgency many felt when setting intentions in January has faded. You may be on track with your intentions, or be meeting them sporadically. You may have stopped thinking about your intentions altogether.   If you are have not been consistent with your intentions, perhaps you notice

Many of us glance at our calendars and to-do lists, wondering if there will ever be enough hours in the day. We plan, schedule, and organize, hoping structure will help us feel balanced, and yet we sometimes find ourselves overwhelmed at the beginning of the day and depleted by the end. Basic self-care is essential

February often reminds us of love, but there’s one love that deserves attention every single day: the love we give ourselves. Self-love and self-compassion are closely related, yet distinct, practices. Mindfulness teaches us to notice this difference and invites us to cultivate both. Self-compassion is our gentle response to personal struggles, it means treating ourselves