As Cornerstone has begun to work more closely with the veterans, active-duty, and first responders community, one aspect of care that has been prevalent is their struggles with trauma. Not many of us will get through life without facing our own share of challenges. But…
We’ve all been there: work is busy; you have to take care of too many other things; you’ll worry about taking care of yourself later. It’s a common theme and easy to get yourself into that mindset. Afterall, you have to prioritize. Sometimes that prioritizing…
It’s that time of year again: kids are going back to school, schedules need to be rearranged, the stresses of ‘routine’ are beginning to appear. For adults, these struggles are fairly common, and it’s easy to get caught up in your own lives and schedule.…
Recently, I was reminded about how important it is for mental health to take a moment for yourself. Leisure, relaxation, and taking a break for yourself is vital to maintaining your mental health. You know the feeling. You wake up, you go to work, and…
The following blog relies heavily on prior reflections from December of 2020. As Independence Day recently passed, I had the opportunity to attend the VFW‘s barbecue. During the fireworks, someone left because the noises triggered anxiety and trauma. It gave me pause to consider the…