If you believe the many rom-coms filmed throughout the years, singles are sad, miserable, and lonely people who sit around waiting for someone to come along and “complete them.” Why has this myth been perpetuated to such gargantuan proportions? Did you know that studies have found that single people usually have more active lives than […]
How Do I File for Divorce in Minnesota?
Learn about the forms and steps you must take to start the divorce process in Minnesota–Including how to qualify for a quicker and easier “agreed to divorce” or “summary dissolution.” By Mikki McGill, Family Mediator, Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA) and Certified Divorce & Transitions Coach If you’re planning on getting divorced in Minnesota, […]
Blue Monday: How to Prepare for the Saddest Day of the Year
Christmas is right around the corner. A time of fun and festivities, delights, and decadence. A time when we can enjoy our friends and family and live it up a little. And then January rolls around, and many of us find ourselves feeling a bit blue. And this is why “Blue Monday” has been established. […]
Self-Care: Holding Onto Good Mental Health After The Seasonal Depression
Seasonal depression, also referred to as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), refers to a type of depression that relates to changes in the seasons. Most people with SAD feel symptoms come on in the fall and generally feel them all through the winter. Symptoms, which include lethargy, sadness, and general depression, usually dissipate once spring arrives. […]
Coping with the Holidays After Loss
For many people, the holidays are about spending time with loved ones. But for those who have suffered a recent loss, the holidays can be painful and isolating. Here are some ways you can cope with the holidays after a loss: Recognize You are Not Alone It’s easy to feel as though you are the […]
Coping with Depression During the Holiday Season
During this time of year, radio and TV ads would have us believe we should all feel merry and bright. Sadly, that’s not always the case. According to the National Institute of Health, many people experience depression during the holiday season. Some of the most common reasons people experience depression during this time of year are: Financial hardship – […]
Skip the Ice Cream: Here’s A Better Post-Breakup Plan
Breakups are hard especially when it’s a marriage separation or divorce after having totally built a life and dreamt a full future together. There’s no two-ways about it, it’s tough! The emotional toll is enough to send many women into the fetal position with one hand wrapped around a spoon and the other around a […]
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