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5 Ways to Love Yourself this Valentine’s Day Seasonal Mental Health

5 Ways to Love Yourself this Valentine’s Day

How do you feel about Valentine’s Day? I have seen this holiday trigger reactions at both ends of the continuum. Some people embrace all that is red and pink, while others can’t wait for it to be over. Regardless of which camp you fall into, I’d like you to think about Valentine’s Day in a different way this year – not just as a blatant reminder of a lack of companionship OR solely as a way to immerse yourself in all things romantic.
Dr. Russ Morfitt
February 4, 2016
Take Social Anxiety Off Your Thanksgiving Menu Seasonal Mental Health

Take Social Anxiety Off Your Thanksgiving Menu

Halloween has passed and the holiday season is in full swing. This week, thoughts turn to turkey, pumpkin pie, gratitude, football and the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade. For some, Thanksgiving is a welcome day of food, family, and relaxation. For people living with social anxiety, it may be anything but relaxing. Instead of dreaming about food and the game, they may be concerned about making it through the day because of all the possible social anxiety triggers:
Dr. Russ Morfitt
November 24, 2014
Setting an Effective New Year’s Resolution & Proper End-of-Year Self-Evaluation Seasonal Mental Health

Setting an Effective New Year’s Resolution & Proper End-of-Year Self-Evaluation

New Years resolutions can be beneficial for people looking to improve their lives in 2014, but an effective New Year’s resolution requires more consideration than we often intentionally dedicate to the task. In order to choose a New Year’s resolution that is realistic and achievable, I recommend starting with a good end-of-year self-evaluation.
Dr. Russ Morfitt
December 27, 2013
Dealing with Social Anxiety: Holidays, Birthdays & Social Gatherings [video] Seasonal Mental Health

Dealing with Social Anxiety: Holidays, Birthdays & Social Gatherings [video]

I received such a positive response to my  Five Tips for Dealing with Social Anxiety During the Holidays, that I decided to get on video to elaborate on some of my most effective quick tips for social anxiety sufferers. Watch the video below for tips on dealing with social anxiety during holidays, birthdays, and other social gatherings. For more social anxiety related videos, subscribe to the Learn to Live  YouTube channel.
Dr. Russ Morfitt
December 13, 2013