A Better Life Recovery

Did you know random acts of kindness can boost your health during the pandemic? Check out this article in Verywell where our very own Dr. Meghan Marcum explains how kindness benefits our emotional wellbeing, improves overall happiness, and can even increase our longevity and boost heart health. Have you done something kind today? https://www.verywellmind.com/how-random-acts-of-kindness-ca

The ever-popular Dry January resolution proved to be more difficult to achieve this year due to COVID-19 limitations. Whether your goal was to abstain during the month of January, or you are active in your recovery journey, check out Healthline where our very own Dr. Meghan Marcum offered helpful advice for those who may be struggling. https://www.healthline.com//how-to-do-a-dry-january-under-

Tis the season for struggles, even if you've got a seemingly picture-perfect life; it's likely more difficult to feel jolly this year. If you're newly sober, though, the holidays can be even more trying and often trigger relapses. The List spoke with our very own Dr. Meghan Marcum to offer tips for folks who may be struggling. https://www.thelist.com//how-to-get-through-the-holidays/

Anxiety is a word that's often tossed around lightly and used as if it's just another synonym for stress. True anxiety, however, goes way beyond that. Anxiety disorder is a serious, debilitating mental health issue, one that affects some 40 million people in the U.S. every year. Our very own Dr. Meghan Marcum spoke with The List to offer ways to cope with anxiety from the safety of your home. https://www.thelist.com//therapist-approved-ways-to-cope-/

Today we remember the families with an empty chair...your loved ones are forever loved and cherished. Sending love on Thanksgiving....

Reality Star Jill Duggar has been very public about her decision to separate from her parents. Could separation from family be good for our mental health? What are some ways to reunite with estranged family members in a healthy way? Our very own Dr. Meghan Marcum spoke with The List to break it all down and offer her advice for healthy reunification. https://www.thelist.com//can-jill-duggar-and-her-parents-/

Suicide is the 10th leading cause of death in the US. Now, in the midst of a global pandemic, it's never been more important to have an open dialogue about mental health, suicide awareness and a resource guide for those at risk. Watch as our very own Dr. Meghan Marcum joins WFLA News Channel 8 "Bloom" daytime show to talk about A Mission for Michael's telehealth options and what you can do to ensure you and your loved ones are looking after your mental health. https://youtu.be/csUax5o8U7Y

World Mental Health Day was this past Saturday, Oct. 10, making it the perfect time to check in with yourself and see if it's time for a much-needed break. Our very own, Dr. Meghan Marcum, sat down with E! News to offer tips on preserving your mental health in 2020 and how to keep going when times get tough. https://www.eonline.com//how-to-keep-going-4-psychologists