The other COVID-19 symptoms

We're all living with COVID-19, even if the virus isn't in our bodies. The CDC is keeping us informed of the medical symptoms of the virus and, unfortunately, the list keeps on growing. I'm not a doctor, so this article isn't intended to add to the CDC's symptom list. Instead, let's explore the what's and …

Trauma Overview

"I don't know why I'm crying..." Have you said that? Or, maybe you've heard someone else say it. It's a pretty common sentiment these days. Emotions are running high and our brains are processing the changes the best they can. And sometimes our processing power goes into overdrive. For example, I burst into tears the …

How to create your sense of “normal”

Here's an understatement: The disruptions in daily life have forced huge and, in many cases, unwelcome changes to our routines. Seems like there are new "rules" for everything - how we interact with each other, our sleep patterns, our work lives. I've heard many people describe how they feel ungrounded and lost. "I can't wait …