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The holiday season is often described as the “most wonderful time of the year.” It’s a time to connect with loved ones, create meaningful traditions, and enjoy festive celebrations. However,
What would it feel like to focus on wellness of 30 days? There are a lot of demands in every day life. Between work, school, family, and community obligations, we
Anxiety continues to be one of the most common mental health challenges experienced by children, teens, and adults. This statistic leaves millions of people wondering how they can best offer
Tanager is proud to support March’s Women’s History Month by offering these reading suggestions for all ages to learn more about the month we celebrate and to support authors of
Connection is the energy that exists between people when they feel seen, heard, and valued; when they can give and receive without judgment and when they derive sustenance and strength
Tanager is proud to support February’s Black History Month by offering these reading suggestions for all ages to learn more about the month we celebrate and to support authors of
While many people think of the holidays as a time for cheer, joy and connection, about 38% of people feel a sense of increased stress (APA, 2021). Often this is
While #WorldMentalHealthDay only occurs once a year, at Tanager, we believe it is important to engage in activities to support mental wellbeing every day! Our goal is to be a
The definition of “use in moderation” advises someone that is it best not to have or do too much or too little of anything. Social media is no exception to
As a budding school therapist, I’ve had to introduce myself to many new forms of play the past few years. I wholeheartedly believe in the magical power of play can
Like many of you this week, I am feeling a whirlwind of complicated emotions as the end of another school year approaches. I am feeling the additional distraction and heartache
Have you ever spaced off and not sure where time went, but were able to complete the task? I know for myself, I do this eating. I have a plate
Brianna White, LMSW, has a passion for normalizing conversations about mental health and making mental health resources readily available to those in need. Brianna currently works as a therapist with
As we move into fall and the Thanksgiving season, often we are encouraged to adopt an “attitude of gratitude.” Between an ongoing pandemic, political discord, continuous racial tensions, hot weather,
You matter. A simple concept that carries a large impact. When is the last time you have said to yourself or someone else, “You matter?” Have you ever imagined what
Have you ever wanted something to be true you are willing to tell yourself whatever is needed in order to believe it? And anything that does not fit into your
According to the American Psychological Association (APA), trauma is “an emotional response to a terrible event like an accident or natural disaster.” A person may experience trauma from many different
Wanna come out and play? This earnest childhood invitation to engage with friends is recognized around the world by people of all ages. Play comes naturally for most children because
While the start of a new year is often associated with resolutions and excitement, many people find themselves feeling downcast and full of despair during this time. Some folks become
The end of year signals time to gather (virtually) with friends and family to celebrate the holiday season. These gatherings can bring up feelings of excitement or dread. We look
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