Take control of your health and wellness
By Kim Lake August is National Wellness Month! We encourage all types of wellness – so I was asked to share some of my story. I am 50 years old, and for about 15 years, I have been on a quest to feel better and be healthier. It started with just wanting to eat better and exercise to control my weight, help my mood, and increase my energy. At that time, I was working in healthcare in a fairly physical job. To others, I seemed like I was doing well, but on the inside, I was hurting. I was [...]
5 simple strategies to sharpen your assertive communication skills
By Coby Cushenberry, LMFT Because we live in a society, we will all inevitably find ourselves at odds with someone. Whether that be a spouse, friend, coworker, or boss, the ability to communicate effectively is crucial to ensuring our needs are met. You may find communication challenging and uncomfortable, and sometimes your attempts to discuss your needs might even end in disaster. To help improve your communication skills, we offer this introduction to assertive communication -- finding ways to communicate that benefit all parties. When you use assertive communication, you respect the needs, boundaries, and autonomy of others while [...]
