As we begin the month of September, it is a time to remember this is suicide awareness month. Like other months designated to increasing awareness of specific topics, these reminders are really designed to encourage us to be aware of…
One of my favorite times of the day is in the morning. I just finish my morning workout and go outside to cool down and just sit. Sometimes, I will do some breathing exercises, other times I will start reading…
Sometimes, the storms of our lives come in such intimidating forms, that they cause us to lose hope. A storm can be an adverse situation, which we encounter, or it may be a person who opposes us. It seems as…
20 years ago, I founded and opened kp counseling. I shared an office space and a receptionist (Cathy did everything!) with Kevin Anderson. I was hoping to have enough clients to make a living and support my family. I had…
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) – As the Rockford Police Department works to combat crime in the Forest City, the latest crime statistics show increases in almost every area including a spike in auto thefts.
Written by: Katie Heaney Read the original article here. The other day, a friend called me on the phone to complain about another friend — a cherished hobby for us both. In 2019, or any year before it, the inciting event…
Written by: Jessi Gold Read the original article here. A couple of Saturdays ago, I slept in until 11 a.m. I haven’t done that since college. As I peeled myself out of bed, I convinced myself it was just one of…
Read the original article here. PECATONICA, Ill. (WIFR) – Lucky Quilt Company will hold a quilt auction to benefit Shatter Our Silence – The Young Adult Mental Awareness Council of Rockford. The funds raised through the auction of 16 quilts…
Written by: Yaron Steinbuch Read the original article on NY Post One in eight people who have recovered from COVID-19 are diagnosed with their first psychiatric or neurological illness within six months of testing positive for the bug, according to a…
Written by: Jessica Gold Originally posted on Forbes.com; read the original article here. There is a clear mental health crisis and growing need for care in the United States. A recent Gallup poll showed American’s assessment of their own mental health is…
