You’ve likely been to the doctor, and know how that goes… check in, get roomed by a medical assistant (takes your blood pressure, weight, temp), wait for the doctor, spend about 15 minutes with the doctor (who may or may not answer all of your questions or address your concerns), and off you go. Seeing […]
Benefits and Drawbacks of Mental Health Diagnosis
I say ‘diagnosis’ you think… If your first thought anywhere along the lines of: You’d be on board with common perspectives. In the world of work-a-day primary care or emergency medicine, diagnoses are often fairly straightforward. Check the boxes of symptoms, do some physical exams, perhaps a lab test or two, and voilá, urinary tract […]
Uses and Benefits of Flower Essences
Flower essences are a remedy that has been used for centuries to promote emotional well-being and healing. After studying and successfully using homeopathy, Dr Bach developed these remedies using flowers, as this is ‘the most developed part of the plant’. Flower essences are made by infusing the energy of flowers into water, which is then […]
The Why and How of Depression Medication
Depression is, unfortunately, terribly common, affecting millions of folks worldwide. Characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and loss of interest in daily activities, depression makes even the simplest of tasks potentially overwhelmingly impossible. Other common symptoms include difficulty sleeping or over-sleeping, low motivation, weight changes (due to changes in appetite), fatigue, and feelings of […]
Locus of Control: What It Is and How It Can Improve Your Life
The Principal that gave me my first job as a School Counselor used to end her morning announcements the same way each morning by saying, “make it a good day or not – the choice is yours”. I began to realize what she meant over the years and more than a decade later, the concept […]
Self-esteem: The Key to Fulfillment and Success, and How You Can Take Control of Your Life
Have you ever noticed that sometimes impressions from the past, prevent us from seeing the good in the present? Wondering why that is? It could be your self-esteem playing tricks on you.
My podcast interview with Alex Schnee: How to Cope with Anxiety During the Pandemic and Maintain Good Mental Health (Digital Nomad Edition)
Join us on this awesome podcast hosted by Alex Schnee of “Nomads on the Map and Alex on the Map” about Mental Health During the Time of Travel and more, with me, Meegan Harp, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist!
Moving on After an Affair – Infidelity in Relationship
Having an affair could not occur in my relationship. That would never happen to me. I love my partner and I would never be unfaithful to them.
Relationship Ticks: What to do with relationship “quirks” that send you over the edge
It’s natural for relationships to evolve and change over time. Honeymoon periods only last briefly. The quirks you used to love about your partner start to bother you. A lot. Whether they forget to thaw the frozen chicken, sing badly, or make too many jokes, sometimes the behavior can be so irritating it makes you want to lash out. So, how do you find your way back to romance?
How to Communicate What You Want With the Power of Love Languages Part 3
This is part 3 of a four-part series on relationships and authenticity. In this post I’ll be delving into how you can communicate what you want out of your romantic relationship, using love languages.
