Welcome to Wellness Words, our monthly podcast on mental health matters and achieving happiness. In this months episode, John discusses Winter Blues, a term commonly associated with seasonal affective disorder. The same way ice sometimes lingers on Lake Superior into the early part of summer (above photo), the depressive symptoms of seasonal affective disorder can also hang around, dragging you down and hindering your enjoyment of the changing season. Listen to the podcast to learn how to recognize when Old Man Winter has too much of a hold on you and some strategies to keep up your energy and mood.

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Winter Blues

Welcome to Wellness Words, our monthly podcast on mental health matters and achieving happiness. In this week's episode, John discusses Social Anxiety, which most of us have probably experienced at some point in our life. The sensation of butterflies in the stomach or sweaty palms is common when encountering a new or overwhelming social situation. While that discomfort is not disabling, for people with social anxiety disorder, simple everyday tasks like leaving the house or starting a conversation can be crippling. Listen to the podcast to learn how to recognize if social anxiety is crimping your social life and what strategies might help you avoid feeling like the character in Rockwell's song, “Somebody's Watching me.”

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Welcome back to Wellness Words! In this episode, we dive into Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), a psychological approach aimed at understanding and transforming human behavior. Originating from the works of early 20th-century psychologists, ABA now significantly influences fields like education, rehabilitation, and particularly autism treatment. The episode explores some of ABA's history and principles. It also offers practical advice on using ABA principles in daily life - spotting behavior-consequence links, employing positive reinforcement, and simplifying complex tasks. Tune in to find out how this versatile tool addresses autism and beyond. Don't forget to check out Functional Behavior Services if ABA therapy intrigues you. Enjoy this exciting journey into the world of ABA with Wellness Words!

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Today's Wellness Words dives into the delicate issue of suicide, its history, and how it is now seen as a critical public health concern. We talk about recognizing the warning signs, the role of therapy, and the importance of reaching out for help. No one should feel alone in their struggle. Reach out. Listen. Seek help. Your life matters. Listen to the episode now. Remember, it's okay not to be okay.
If you or someone you know are struggling with thoughts of suicide, it's essential to reach out for help. In the U.S., call or text 988, which is the number to the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.

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