Take control back from your phone
When we put down our phones, we can be more present in our lives. That time allows us to better show up for ourselves and others. And yes, of course we can use our phones to do those things as well, so long as our phones aren’t the ones using us. When we’re staring down, we’re missing the world around us – missing chances, missing moments, missing beauty. And it’s up to us to change that.
5 ways to spend less time on your phone
I like to think of myself as a disciplined person. After five years of therapy, I can pretty happily get my work done, show up on time, work out, eat healthy, brush my teeth — you get the idea. But there’s at least one area of my life I know could use a little work: screen time.
Signs it’s time to take a phone break
Think of your phone as a tiny slot machine that you’re carrying around all day. No, I’m not talking about an addictive new gambling app, I mean our phones are designed to keep us hooked just like the loud, flashy casino slot machines are built to do.
Never end up in a toxic workplace again
If you’ve found yourself in a toxic workplace and have made the decision to leave, congrats! Stepping away from an environment where you don’t feel valued or heard takes a heck of a lot of courage, so we’re here to talk about what comes next.
Latinx therapists are breaking down barriers
We’ve asked two of our Sanvello therapists and members of the Latinx community to share their experiences as mental health providers, as well as offer up resources and tips for getting access to support.
Feeling unmotivated? 6 signs you’re languishing
Have you noticed yourself moving through your days with little motivation and a lot of “meh” feelings? Same here! It took me some time to realize that I’ve been experiencing the effects of the ongoing pandemic as something called languishing.
Support after a miscarriage
It’s estimated about 10 to 20 percent of known pregnancies end in miscarriage. Mine did. While we may not talk about it often, pregnancy loss is common. That’s why I’m here to discuss the grief, the shame, and the silence surrounding miscarriages and how we can seek support.
4 ways to cope with COVID work anxiety
It’s hard to ignore the universal feeling of underlying anxiety now, and one place we can’t stop talking about it? Work. Whether you’re working from home, back in the office, or never left your work, the rules and how we feel about them have shifted.