When somebody mentions motivation, what do you think of? Do you think about the person who wakes up every morning at 5 AM to go to the gym before getting ready for the day? Perhaps your mind wanders to the person at work who never seems to have an “off” switch, and is constantly on […]
Emotional Intelligence – Part Two
In part two of our series on Emotional Intelligence, we are going to talk about Self-Regulation. As you remember from our first blog, Self-Awareness is the first key step in developing your Emotional Intelligence. As we gain the ability to be aware of our actions, both the healthy and the unhealthy, we can begin to […]
Emotional Intelligence – Part One
Self-Awareness Emotional Intelligence is defined as our ability to recognize and be understanding of our own emotions, as well as the emotions of others. It is a set of skills that will be useful for you in almost every interaction you have in your life. Our five-part series on Emotional Intelligence is designed with you […]
Early Warning Signs of Mental Illness
Being concerned about a friend or loved one’s mental health can be difficult, especially if you are unsure if they are simply going through a tough time, or dealing with a significant mental health issue. In these instances, knowing the early warning signs of mental illness is vital. There are many different types of mental illness, […]
Self-Compassion During Self-Quarantine
The COVID-19 outbreak has drastically altered our daily routines, activities, and interactions. During these uncertain times, we are all feeling some level of stress and anxiety, and being quarantined at home likely is not helping. And while there are many things we are unable to do right now, there is one thing that could make a […]
Mental Health Wellness Tips for Quarantine
The outbreak of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) can be overwhelming and cause strong emotions in adults and children. A doctoral level Psychologist in NYS with a Psy.D. in the specialties of School and Clinical Psychology has graciously shared these tips. 1. Stick to a routine. Go to sleep and wake up at a reasonable time, write […]