Posts by Jamie Dana
Can a 10-Year-Old Have an Existential Crisis?
My son Will can’t control the fate of the entire animal kingdom, and he knows it. But he can control what is on his plate, and this is why he became a vegetarian when he was 10 years old. It hadn’t come out of nowhere. Since he was five or six, he’d regularly talked about…
Read MoreOverwhelmed to Organized: Skills to Boost Executive Functioning
We all know how it feels to be overwhelmed by tasks, disorganized, or unfocused on the things that matter most at times. But if you also have Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD/ADD) or are struggling with your mental wellness, staying on top of things can be an even more daunting task. Having strong executive functioning…
Read MoreAre You a People Pleaser? The Subtle Art of the Gentle No
Let’s paint a familiar picture: You’ve carved out a sliver of time for yourself. Maybe it’s a lazy Sunday afternoon or just an hour after work to decompress. You deserve it. You’ve been working hard—for your family, your job, your friends—and this is your moment to breathe. Then the phone rings. An email chimes. The…
Read MoreHow Sleep Affects Your Mood, Memory, and Stress
By: Hannah Fillinger Sleep may not always be your first priority when school, work, family, and other responsibilities are competing for your attention. But sleep is more than time spent resting. It plays an important role in how you regulate emotions, process information, and cope with stress. A night of poor sleep happens to everyone.…
Read MoreNavigating Body Image In The Digital Age
If you find yourself feeling a little bummed after scrolling online, you aren’t alone. In today’s digital age, social media plays a serious role in shaping how people see themselves and the world around them. Platforms such as Instagram, Snapchat, and TikTok provide opportunities for creative expression and social connection. They also can promote unrealistic…
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