A new way to start the New Year | By Erica Marriaga, MSW, LCSW Generous, Considerate, Caring, Charitable, Warm-Hearted. They all have similar meanings. In other words, KINDNESS. Every year, the day of kindness falls on 2/17. It is ironic that it is right around Valentine’s Day. RANDOM ACTS OF KINDNESS WEEK is February 12-18,…
A new way to start the New Year | By Erica Marriaga, MSW, LCSW When was the last time you spent time alone, in silence, and took time to journal? If you can relate to me, you might be stuck in thinking of a timeframe. Maybe you take notes on your phone about your emotions,…
A new way to start the New Year | By Jill Hecht, MSW, LCSW As the holiday season comes to an end, it can be difficult to transition into the New Year. The New Year usually starts with motivation to set goals. We will exercise more, eat healthy, be more productive, etc. We have good…
Reframing Thinking to Help Combat the Holiday Blues | By Jilesa Cowan, LSW The word ‘holiday’ typically conjures up images of bright lights, ornaments, food and bright colors. A piece that often goes undiscussed are the feelings of sadness and loneliness that sometimes come with the holiday season. Why Do the Holidays Make Some People…
Reframing Thinking to Help Combat the Holiday Blues | By Jane Dustman, LCSW While the holiday season is often labeled as the Most Wonderful Time of the Year, not all of us feel that way. When Daylight Savings hits and we fall back into colder weather and less sunlight, some tend to notice a bit…
Fueling the Body with a Healthy, Balanced Diet | By Erica Marriaga, MSW, LCSW Have you ever thought about there being a connection between the foods that we eat and the way that we feel? After eating a pizza pie with extra cheese versus a salad with tons of leafy greens, beans, and protein, do you…
There are no winners, but there are solutions! | By John Wohlert, MSW, LCSW, LCADC Ever have that feeling of sweaty palms, upset stomach, tension in your body, feeling like you may pass out, racing thoughts, hyperventilating, your mind goes blank? I think most of us have experienced those symptoms a few times in our…
The Importance of Integrating Gratitude into Your Day to Day | By Jill Hecht, LCSW, MSW The fall season is a time of year when the leaves change and we can finally pull out our cozy flannels and drink pumpkin spiced lattes. The holiday season brings together families and friends, and Thanksgiving in particular, gives…
| By Erica Marriaga, MSW, LCSW Living in New Jersey in November linked with Daylight Savings Time means lighter mornings and darker evenings. This creates adjustments for some of us. What are your first thoughts when you think about early morning or evening activities and getting an extra hour of sleep? Will you actually get…
How To Avoid Overscheduling Our Children | By Jillian Quilty, LCSW As a new school year begins, it can often feel as though our schedules become overloaded with more activities and less free time. Most parents have great intentions behind keeping their children engaged in extracurricular activities. Parents want their children to have the opportunity…
