Staying Informed and Protecting Your Mental Well-Being:How to Find the Right Balance

News pings buzz from your phone before breakfast. By lunch, breaking updates have already shifted. Staying informed is part of civic life, yet the modern news cycle is relentless. Between algorithmic feeds, push notifications, and breaking news banners, keeping up with current events can feel like an endless — and heart-wrenching — treadmill. That’s why…

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Slow Bloom of Healing

Field of colorful tulips in bloom.

By: Jennie Kern, M.A. Every spring, the town where I attended college comes alive with the celebration of its Dutch heritage through a tulip festival. In the fall, hundreds of thousands of tulip bulbs are imported from Holland and planted, awaiting the coming spring when they bloom. The bulbs lie dormant underground through the entirety…

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10 Ways To Work On Your Marriage

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Marriage takes work. I am a firm believer in this statement. The research and my work with couples for almost three decades has consistently confirmed that it takes intentional effort to keep a marriage thriving. This is a launching pad for you to put in the work, especially if your marriage is not working. 1.…

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Making Marriage Work

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Is getting married worth it? Why is my marriage so challenging? Are there ways to improve my relationship? Many are aware that marriage rates have been on the decline for decades. According to the US Census Bureau, in 1949 78.8% of US households contained married couples. In 2022, that number is down to 46.8%. More…

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The Link Between Nutrition and Mental Health: What You Should Know

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When it comes to mental health, we often focus on therapy, medication, and exercise. However, there’s another essential component that is sometimes overlooked: nutrition. The food you eat directly impacts your mood, energy levels, and mental clarity. In this article, we’ll explore the connection between nutrition and mental health, discuss what a healthy diet looks…

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