When it comes to conversations about infertility, men often remain in the shadows. The fertility conversation often defaults to women, making it easy to assume infertility is a “women’s issue.” That’s a misconception – male-factor infertility is a significant part of the equation, despite it lacking the attention it deserves. While male infertility isn’t exactly…
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The Power of a Digital Detox for Revitalizing Your Relationships
With screens becoming almost an extension of ourselves, the idea of a digital detox—deliberately minimizing or eliminating screen time—may seem challenging. However, embracing this concept can significantly enhance our relationships with ourselves, our partners, children, and everyone in between, while improving our overall mental well-being. Why consider a digital detox? While our digital devices do…
Embracing Your Winter Arc: A Guide to Seasonal Self-Care
The latest social media trend, the “Winter Arc Challenge,” encourages people to jumpstart their “New Year, New Me” goals as the seasons begin to shift. This challenge emphasizes self-discipline, restoration, and goal-setting through a set of structured guidelines. Though rules vary, popular videos on TikTok often feature routines that include rigid workout schedules, specific dietary…
Psychotherapy at Wildflower: 15 Ways It Can Make You a Better Person
Psychotherapy is not only about dealing with the negative and painful parts of your life. If you are willing to put in the work, psychotherapy can make you a better person in more ways than we can count. Here are 15 of them: We invite you to learn more about the myriad way psychotherapy can…
May Your Days Be Merry and Bright: A Therapist’s Take on Navigating the Holiday Season
The holiday season has arrived like an unexpected snowstorm, announcing itself with a burst of shopping frenzy and festive chaos, sweeping us up before we can catch our breath, pack away our summer sneakers, and button our coats. Every November, like clockwork, I’m surprised by how swiftly this time comes. ‘It was just September!’ I…
A Path Forward: Coping With Post-Election Uncertainty
In the wake of this presidential election, many are experiencing a whirlwind of emotions—fear, anger, sadness, and uncertainty about what lies ahead. The stress of navigating these uncertainties can take a toll on both mental and physical health, leaving some feeling drained and on edge. Rather than offering simplistic reassurances or quick fixes, this article…
Healing Through EMDR: Getting Grounded in Shaky Times
After completing part two of my Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) training this past weekend, I left feeling grounded, energized, and — dare I say — hopeful. This felt like a stark contrast to the energy of the weeks and months leading up to it given the anxiety we have collectively been buzzing with.…
Getting Support as a New Father During the Postpartum Period
The postpartum period is a significant life transition, and as such can be incredibly challenging. As many as 1 in 5 women experience a mood or anxiety disorder during pregnancy and/or the first year postpartum (Howard et al., 2014). Additionally, the postpartum period affects the whole family, not just the birthing person. Evidence shows that…
Understanding Social Anxiety: Breaking the Cycle and Finding Solutions
Social anxiety goes beyond just shyness – it’s an overwhelming fear of being judged, criticized, or embarrassed in social situations. For many of us, this anxiety can be debilitating, making it difficult to participate in everyday activities like meeting new people, attending classes, speaking up at work, or even sending messages online. As you might…
Men’s Mental Health: ‘Man Up’ Is Not the Answer
Many men have a complicated relationship with their mental health. Nearly 1 in 10 men experience depression or anxiety (MHA, 2024). Yet a 2022 survey conducted by the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) revealed that just 42% of male-identifying respondents were treated for any mental health issue compared to 57% of female-identifying respondents (NIMH,…
