Lavender Blog: Healing Starts Here
Our blog is a platform where we can share heartfelt stories, provide actionable advice, and support your personal development through empathy and understanding.
Food for Thought: Fuel Your Brain With Every Bite
What you eat can impact your mental health. From boosting memory and concentration to stabilizing mood, certain foods can offer real benefits for brain function.
Living Your Best Life…After Retirement?
Retirement is a major life change that can bring a sense of uncertainty, but it's also a chance to rediscover purpose in new and fulfilling ways.
You’re Stronger Than You Think—Here’s How
Everyone has unique strengths, even if they’re not immediately obvious. By reflecting on your experiences, seeking feedback, and embracing growth, you can uncover what makes you truly stand out.
Work Worries Weighing You Down? Try These Mental Health Boosters
Job insecurity can bring stress and anxiety when you’re unsure of what’s next. But even in tough times, there are ways to take care of yourself and feel a little more at ease.
Advocating for Mental Health as a Parent and Provider
Nancy Pletcher, MSN, PMHNP-BC, shares how her journey as a parent deepened her understanding of the importance of advocacy and empathy in mental health care.
Living with Chronic Illness: How to Keep a Healthy Mind and Spirit
Living with a chronic illness can be tough, but it’s still possible to keep your mind and spirit strong. By being kind to yourself and finding ways to adjust, you can live a life full of meaning and joy.
Exhausted to Energized: Overcoming Emotional Burnout
Learn what emotional exhaustion is, why it happens, and how you can start feeling like yourself again with self-care strategies.
3 Surprising Things You May Not Know About Journaling
Discover how journaling can support your growth, creativity, and self-awareness. Learn how to make it a meaningful and adaptable tool in your daily life.
New Year, New You? Start With a Mindset Reset
A new year is a time for fresh beginnings, and a mindset reset can lay the foundation for meaningful growth. By reflecting, rethinking, reframing, and resetting, you can align your actions with your values and embrace the year ahead.
Staying on the “Nice List”: Handling Family Conflict During the Holidays
The holidays are all about love and connection, but a bit of tension can pop up now and then. With a thoughtful approach, you can take the edge off those tense moments and enjoy the magic of the season.
Finding Joy (in Your Own Way) During the Holidays
The holiday season doesn’t always feel magical for everyone, and that’s okay. We offer some gentle reminders on how you can embrace the season while making it meaningful in a way that feels right for you.
Jingle All The Way to a Stress-Free Holiday Season
The holiday season can be stressful and overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. Here are some tips to help you create a more relaxing and joyful experience this year.