The Nervous System and Grounding with Nature
BY COURTNEY PURDY, PSY.D. We often think of ourselves as separate from nature. However, our bodies are organic systems. We are nature. And like any part of the natural world, […]
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Why Perfectionism Feels Safe & How to Break Free
BY COURTNEY PURDY, PSY.D. Perfectionism isn’t something we’re born with. From a young age, many of us are taught, directly or indirectly, that worth comes from flawless performance. Schools reward […]
Building Your Mental Health Toolkit
BY COURTNEY PURDY, PSY.D. Often when we consider mental health, it’s associated with a crisis moment, a “problem,” or the times when life feels overwhelming, painful, or out of control. […]
Mindfulness: A Path to Greater Emotional Well-Being
BY COURTNEY PURDY, PSY.D. Mindfulness is the practice of paying purposeful attention to the present moment, with acceptance and without judgment. It involves observing your thoughts, feelings, bodily sensations, and […]
The Science and Benefits of Gratitude: How Appreciation Changes Your Mind and Life
BY COURTNEY PURDY, PSY.D. Gratitude involves noticing the goodness in the world, but it doesn’t mean ignoring the challenges or difficult moments that everyone faces from time to time. In […]
Empowering Conversations and Actions: A Guide for Suicide Prevention Month
BY COURTNEY PURDY, PSY.D. September marks Suicide Prevention Month, presenting a crucial opportunity to address stigma, consider difficult conversations, foster resilience, and raise awareness about mental health and suicide prevention […]
