Pride month is kicking off across the world and LGBTQ+ community members and allies are engaged in celebration, remembrance, awareness, advocacy and activism. Here’s how our global community members are showing pride. Canada Our favorite northern neighbors know how to throw a party! Pride Toronto has a program line-up that rivals NYC’s Pride, complete with […]
3 Ways to Make the Most of NYC Pride
NYC Pride is loud, proud, intense, and can be frustrating to navigate (ever tried to join the rest of your friends when they’re on the OTHER side of Christopher St.?). Still, it draws massive crowds from NYC and beyond to march, dance and celebrate in community. Here are 3 ways to make the most of […]
Love is love is love (and other inspirational words)
With all the celebrations, let’s not forget the fights of the past and of the present. And still, we must fight. Here are some quotes to keep you continually inspired during this month of Pride and after. “Believing you are unworthy of love and belonging — that who you are authentically is a sin […]
Four Holistic Approaches for Seasonal Affective Disorder
I grew up hearing about the “winter blues” but nowadays we know that for some people the change in seasons can bring about significant negative mental health issues that make it difficult to engage in life the way they do during the rest of the year. What is SAD? Formerly diagnosed as Seasonal Affective […]
Feeling Disconnected? Here are 3 Ways to Reconnect
Thanks to Hollywood, many couples have been led to believe the secret to reconnecting and rekindling the passion is through a Caribbean cruise, sports cars, or jewelry. But the reality is, once there’s a disconnect between partners, gifts and vacations simply won’t cut it. It may seem counterintuitive, but love is mended not through grandiose […]
Creative Ideas for Improving Communication in Your Relationship
Whether conducted in the United States or far off lands, many surveys find the number one reason for divorce is poor communication. Beyond having different communication styles, issues often arise when both partners are not comfortable talking about their feelings. The good news is, talking about feelings is not the only, or even necessarily the best, […]
Post-Baby Disconnect? 3 Ways to Stay More Connected After Having a Baby
No matter how many times they were warned, few new parents are prepared for the life-changing event of the birth of their first child. No more sleeping in on Saturday, then heading to your favorite restaurant for brunch with friends. These leisurely activities are replaced with sleepless nights and endless diaper changes. It’s no surprise […]
The Importance of Creating & Sharing Goals as a Couple
Many authors, from Viktor Frankl to Deepak Chopra, have discussed the importance of living a purposeful life. It is purpose that allows us to transcend ourselves and create meaningful moments. Frankl believed that a pursuit in meaning in life is far more important than the pursuit of happiness, as meaning connects us to our past, […]
How to Begin Healing After Personal Trauma
No one is ever prepared for a tragedy. In fact, most of us go through our lives believing that tragedies happen to other people. When people do experience a distressing or life-threatening event, such as a car accident, natural disaster, or terrorist attack, they often develop extreme anxiety or PTSD. Many develop ongoing problems with their personal relationships and their […]
4 Ways to Improve Self Esteem When You Have Depression
Depression and low self-esteem are two sides of the same coin. While low self-esteem leaves people vulnerable to depression, depression can absolutely destroy self-esteem. But, though low self-esteem may be deeply rooted, there are things you can do to improve it, even if you are suffering from depression. 1. Start Your Day with Positivity It’s […]