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To Rest or Not to Rest? You’re struggling to complete a paper for school or project for work. You notice you’re judging yourself for needing a break, thinking you’re “lazy” or lack drive. And because of this, you have difficulty listening to your body, even when it’s signaling for a break. Of course, our cultureContinue reading The Case for Rest
According to the Center for Disease Control, about one in three adults in the U.S. reports struggling to get enough sleep. Millions of Americans struggle with sleep disorders, with about a third of adults reporting experiencing insomnia. And yet, we know that sleep is so important for our minds and bodies. Getting a good night’sContinue reading Sleep Hacks
Many enjoy a good read over the summer months, and the Gatewell staff is no exception. Here are a few mental health titles that our staff members have curated recently: Finding Me: A Memoir – We know her as a talented and award-winning actor, but here we meet Viola Davis as a storyteller, sharing her life’sContinue reading Summer Reads
Lily recently moved from Central America to the United States to escape her country’s dangers and to find new opportunities abroad. Six months have passed, and while Lily has adjusted to her new job and has a comfortable place to live, she has been feeling sad, alone, and anxious. She has noticed that adjusting toContinue reading Latino Mental Health
Mental Health Insurance: Before the millennium, many Americans lacked mental health insurance. The Affordable Care Act (aka, Obamacare) expanded on the Mental Health Parity Act to require most insurance plans to cover therapy and treatment for psychiatric disorders. With it, millions of Americans had new access to behavioral health coverage, insurance that would pay (atContinue reading Mental Heath Insurance – To Claim or Not to Claim?
One of my favorite definitions of mental health is the ability to experience and express emotions in an effective way. It’s simple, but so on point. Recently, I came across this blog post on how parents can help their children identify and express their emotions. I love how the author encourages naming – and honoring –Continue reading Building an Emotional Muscle