Past relationship trauma can often linger long after a relationship has ended. It can be confusing when a relationship feels safe, but there are times when your partner still seems guarded, distant, or fearful.

June is Men’s Mental Health month, a time for us to reflect on the mental health needs and struggles of men. Of course, people of all genders struggle with mental health issues, but Men’s Mental Health Month is a time to highlight that many men struggle silently with anxiety, depression, stress, grief, and loneliness.

Perfectionism is often praised as a strength, and while it does have some clear benefits, it can also take a serious toll on your mental health. Many people who struggle with perfectionist tendencies also experience harsh self-criticism, high-functioning anxiety, and all-or-nothing thinking, also known as black and white thinking.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and while we often think about mental health as something individual, our relationships also shape our well-being.

Being constantly busy has begun to feel like the norm for many people. Between work responsibilities, family demands, and the everyday tasks that fill our schedules, it can feel like you’re jumping from one busy season straight into another without time to recover.

Winter can bring shorter days, colder weather, and a natural slowing down, all of which can impact mood and energy. Many people notice completely normal changes in how they feel emotionally, mentally, or physically during this season, though some of these changes can bring more mental health challenges.

There’s no doubt that we’re living in extreme times. From Minneapolis and across the country, social media feeds are filled with intense, highly distressing news about community protests, fatal shootings by immigration agents, children and families being detained, and other stressful events. These events have rightly sparked public outrage, protests, and a broader sense of tension permeating many facets of everyday life.

Winter can feel heavy. Shorter days, colder weather, and the end-of-year holiday stress can leave many of us feeling drained, unmotivated, or low in energy. It’s normal to notice these changes, and it doesn’t mean something is wrong or that you have seasonal depression. Many people experience seasonal shifts in their mood, sleep, and motivation.

January has a way of making people feel like it’s time to start over and turn over a new leaf – everywhere you look, there’s messaging about setting New Year's resolutions to become a better, healthier, more productive version of yourself.