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Graphic promoting a holiday guide titled 'A Holiday Guide to Overcoming Feelings of Inadequacy' by Sloane Previdi, MFT. The image features a simple illustration of a person represented by a stick figure being pinched by a large hand, symbolizing the concept of feelings of being small or inadequate. The background includes swirling light blue shapes, giving a sense of motion or emotion. The logo for 'Council for Relationships' is at the bottom of the image.

How to Overcome Feelings of Inadequacy During the Holidays

November 19, 2024

The holiday season is often portrayed as a time of joy, connection, and celebration, but for many, it can magnify feelings of inadequacy and loneliness. Social media platforms and societal…

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Council for Relationships graphic for National Coming Out Day. Text reads: 'National Coming Out Day: Embracing Identity & Mental Health,' by Reid Cilley, MFT. Background shows an empty closet with light-colored walls, symbolizing the coming-out journey. Council for Relationships logo is displayed in the upper left corner

National Coming Out Day: Embracing Identity & Mental Health

October 11, 2024

Each year, National Coming Out Day reminds the LGBTQ+ community and allies to honor the courage of coming out. Founded on the belief that sharing one’s true self leads to…

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Young college student in a relaxed pose, representing the focus on mental health. The image includes text that reads 'Council for Relationships - Managing Anxiety & Burnout: Mental Health Tips for College Students' by Lia Pezzato, MFT. The background features a calm indoor setting with books and plants, emphasizing a supportive environment for managing stress.

Managing Anxiety & Burnout: Mental Health Tips for College Students

October 2, 2024

Many students feel the weight of balancing classes, extracurriculars, and social activities as the school year progresses. While some may navigate these demands with ease, others struggle with anxiety and…

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The graphic from Council for Relationships features a vinyl record cover of Taylor Swift’s 1989 (Taylor’s Version), with an image of Taylor smiling against a blue sky. The text at the top reads, "Taylor Swift Songs About Mental Health," while the author, Meghan Rydzewski, MFT, is credited on the side. Below the album cover image, the title "1989 (Taylor’s Version)" is written, with the Council for Relationships logo in the lower-right corner. The design features a purple border, and the graphic emphasizes the focus on mental health themes found within Taylor Swift’s 1989 (Taylor's Version) album.

What Taylor Swift’s Songs About Mental Health Teach Us: 1989 (Taylor’s Version)

October 1, 2024

Taylor Swift’s songs about mental health have long resonated with listeners, and 1989 (Taylor’s Version) is no exception. This rerelease was part of Taylor’s mission to reclaim ownership of her…

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An illustration for a mental health nonprofit featuring a stylized, circular composition with a silhouette of a contemplative pregnant figure at its center. Soft waves and plant motifs in a palette of greyscale, purples, pale blues, and light greens create a serene background. The title "Ambivalence During Pregnancy: Navigating the Unspoken" is placed prominently at the bottom with the author's name "Sonja Spangler, LSW" just below it. The organization's name "Council for Relationships" is subtly placed at the top. The overall design conveys a sense of calm and introspection.

Ambivalence During Pregnancy: Navigating the Unspoken

March 27, 2024

Pregnancy is often portrayed as a time of joy and anticipation, but for many, it’s a period marked by complex emotions. Ambivalence during pregnancy, a state of having mixed feelings…

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This image is a promotional graphic that features "4 MENTAL HEALTH LESSONS FROM RED (TAYLOR'S VERSION)," written by Meghan Rydzewski, MFT. In the center, there's a vinyl record with Taylor Swift’s image on the cover, where she is wearing a brown hat and looking to the side. Her hand is placed near her face, showing off a ring. The background is purple with a text overlay. At the bottom, the logo for "COUNCIL FOR RELATIONSHIPS" is displayed, indicating the organization responsible for the content.

4 Mental Health Lessons from Taylor Swift’s Red

February 20, 2024

We can draw many mental health lessons for daily life from Taylor Swift’s vast music catalog. As the songstress rerecords her albums, we reflect on the 4 mental health lessons…

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How do you deal with imposter syndrome?

October 10, 2023

Have you ever been in a work environment, educational environment, or social environment, and feel as though you do not deserve to be there or be recognized? So many achieve…

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What is ADHD Masking?

September 27, 2023

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, better known as ADHD, is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders in childhood, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. However, ADHD does not impact…

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