It is no surprise that people of many ethnic cultures and societies around the world practice positive affirmations on some level or another. They allow you to feel better about yourself and can assist in maintaining focus on the things you would like to achieve in life. 

Our Career/School Counselor Margarita talks about facing one of their biggest fears. Read along, if you dare.

 The 5 Love Languages refer to the idea that individuals give and receive love in different ways. Recognizing these differences can help you learn more about yourself, identify what may contribute to conflicts with others, and connect more with loved ones.

A new blog post with helpful tips on addressing the blahs in these wintery cold dark months, or any time they sneak up.

Self-esteem refers to our sense of personal worth or value and involves our level of confidence in our abilities. Others also refer to self-esteem as self-worth, self-respect, and self-love. Factors that influence our self-esteem include how much we trust ourselves, how we identify ourselves, feelings of belonging, and feeling competent. Self-esteem influences our motivation, mental well-being, and quality of life. 

January is Mental Wellness Awareness Month.  A new year is an opportunity to focus on the importance of attending to our mental health which is just as important as physical health.