Category Archives: Coping mechanisms

For a lot of people, music therapy is an effective tool to make them feel better. While such claim has long been a mere opinion, a recent study has turned it into a fact that could help not just the … Continue reading →

A morning routine that includes self-awareness and living in the moment helps this Austin woman control negative thinking and reduce depression symptoms. Spike Gillespie, 52, of Austin, Texas, has been living with depression for much of her life. It goes … Continue reading →

You don’t need to be a musician to appreciate the significant impact music can have on our lives. Music can elicit strong memories, calm us, or energize a crowd. Many of us can name certain songs that bring up strong … Continue reading →

Creating S.M.A.R.T. Goals Specific Measurable Attainable Realistic Timely Specific: A specific goal has a much greater chance of being accomplished than a general goal. To set a specific goal you must answer the six “W” questions: *Who:      Who is involved? *What:     What … Continue reading →

by Gene Donohue The car is packed and you’re ready to go, your first ever cross-country trip. From the White Mountains of New Hampshire to the rolling hills of San Francisco, you’re going to see it all. You put the … Continue reading →