The Growing Pains of Growing Apart: A Therapist's Take on Friendship Loss
We accept that romantic breakups deserve grief, but friendship loss rarely gets the same recognition, even when it's just as painful. Here's how to name that grief, know when to invest vs. let go, and find closure on your own terms.
“Everyone Else Has It Figured Out”: Imposter Syndrome in Adulthood
You're scrolling through Instagram on a Sunday night when it hits you: another engagement, another baby announcement, another person who seems to have it all figured out. The tightness in your chest isn't just jealousy… it's something more nuanced and harder to name. It might be lifestyle imposter syndrome, and it's more common than anyone is letting on.
Why Summer Can Feel Anxiety-Inducing If Your Life Runs on the School-Year Calendar
Summer isn't always relaxing. If your life runs on the school calendar, the loss of routine and structure can leave you feeling anxious, restless, and off balance.
Self-Care: What It Really Means (and What It Doesn’t)
Self-care has become a buzzword, often reduced to bubble baths, skincare routines, or the occasional “treat yourself” moment. But real self-care is far less glamorous and far more meaningful.
At its core, self-care isn’t about escape or indulgence. It’s about building a relationship with yourself rooted in awareness, honesty, and compassion. It means checking in with your needs, setting boundaries, and making choices that support your long-term well-being - not just your immediate comfort.
When practiced in a deeper way, self-care becomes less about what you do and more about how you show up for yourself, especially when it’s inconvenient.