Month: March 2020

Human beings are social by nature and we need social connections to function at our best. Perhaps most noteworthy as a theorist on this topic is Abraham Maslow who created Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs and conceived that after basic physiological and safety needs are met, loving connections to others is most important to the human Read More

Emotional regulation is critical in the middle of uncertainty. Feelings such as fear, anxiety, stress, boredom are all normal responses at this time. With the COVID19 global crisis, families face such things as indefinite suspension of classroom attendance, working from home, activity and event cancellations, and concern for loved ones; particularly the elderly. Many think Read More

As many of us are learning, working from home is more complex than it sounds! The first thing to recognize is just that: this is not easy! Be kind to yourself. We can cope by being extra gentle with ourselves and others. Second, work itself may feel different than before. For one, many rely on Read More

Anxiety is a normal reaction to uncertainty and things that may harm us. For so many of us, the COVID-19 virus is fueling our anxiety and our sense of vulnerability. What can we do to look after our emotional and physical well-being at this time? To begin with, it’s important to be kind to yourself. Read More