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The start of a new year often arrives with pressure. New goals. New habits. New versions of ourselves. And while intention-setting can be meaningful, it can also quietly reinforce the belief that who you are right now isn’t enough.If you’re already exhausted, burned...

Unpacking the Hidden Toll of Perfectionism Dear reader, If you’ve ever whispered to yourself, “I did everything right… so why does it still feel wrong?”—I want you to know you’re not the only one asking that question. This is the quiet ache that leads them to...

Dear reader, How are you doing? I see you because I am you. As a therapist and a woman just who recently turned 31, I often see women in their 20s and 30s grappling with the relentless pressure to be perfect. Our society constantly bombards us with idealized images,...

Imagine this: you feel stressed, overwhelmed, and panicked. It feels like no one understands what you’re going through. You try to talk to your family and friends and either they don’t get it or they keep telling you “you should go to therapy.” You see on social media...

As the vibrant colors of autumn make way for the crisp winds and shorter days of winter, many of us find ourselves anticipating the arrival of the "winter blues." Especially for anyone living in the Great Lake state of Michigan, this transition can often feel...