Mindfulness is simply being aware of what is happening right now without wishing it were different; enjoying the pleasant without holding on when it changes (which it will); being with ...
Mindfulness means paying attention in a particular way; on purpose, in the present moment, and non-judgmentally. Jon Kabat-Zinn How would you describe the first few minutes after you woke up ...
Two years ago, we highlighted the value of switching off and stepping away from our devices in the name of emotional wellness. Inspired by the National Day of Unplugging movement, it ...
The treatment experience was very enjoyable, almost like going to a massage session but having my brain chemistry massaged instead of my body! Kevin, TMS patient We’re proud of the ...
Belonging is about being connected to ourselves and to others in a way that allows us to be who we are. Tara Brach Belonging is a fundamental human need that ...
Love is not just a feeling; it’s a skill that can be learned and nurtured over time. John Gottman Love is a complex emotion, but that doesn’t mean we can’t ...
Self-compassion is being gentle with yourself even when you feel like being self-critical. It’s choosing understanding over judgment. Kristin Neff, PhD Self-love may seem an essential component of emotional wellness. After ...
Some words are so powerful, they echo throughout the ages. Offering up new insights each time we revisit them. In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, we’re highlighting ...
Winter is not a season, it’s a celebration. Anamika Mishra As the temperature drops and the snow (finally!) begins to fall, it’s clear that winter has arrived. But, are you ...
What the new year brings to you will depend a great deal on what you bring into the new year. Vern McLellan As 2023 draws to a close, our thoughts ...
It’s the season of hope and grace, and yet people are so overwhelmed. John Luehr, MD The holiday season is often associated with joy, celebration, and togetherness. However, for many ...
The holiday season is a perfect time to reflect on our blessings and seek out ways to make life better for those around us. Terri Marshall The holidays often bring ...
Daring to set boundaries is about having the courage to love ourselves, even when we risk disappointing others. Brené Brown Holiday boundaries. They’ve been on our minds– and in our ...
He who has health has hope, and he who has hope has everything. Arabian proverb We’re living in the age of short-form, bite-size, viral information. So, it’s no wonder we ...
The first hour of the morning is the rudder of the day. Henry Ward Beecher Are you into journaling? If not, it might be worth a try as you down ...
I think science has lots of reasons for hope in the sense that, we know the stuff that we can do to be happier. It’s really just a matter of ...
I think it’s important to develop a healthy relationship with all of our emotions, understand their significance, and manage them in a way that promotes overall well-being. Mitch, Psychiatric Coordinator ...
The staff at Sonder are very patient and willing to share everything they learn. They are on this journey with you. Nichol, TMS patient We’re proud of the technology, team, ...
Promise me you’ll always remember: You’re braver than you believe, and stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think. Christopher Robin This weekend marked the conclusion of Children’s Mental ...
Loneliness is only an opportunity to cut adrift and find yourself. In solitude you are least alone. Bruce Lee Feeling a little lonely lately? You’re not alone. While this experience ...
Emotional eating. You’ve heard the term, but what does it actually mean? Definitions vary widely, but most of them focus on the concept of emotional overeating (i.e., the practice of consuming large ...
So, you’ve done your research on TMS. Thought it over. Maybe talked with friends and family. Completed your complimentary consultation. And it turns out TMS may be a good fit ...
Spring won’t let me stay in this house any longer! I must get out and breathe the air deeply again. Gustav Mahler Spring break is nearly here! You made it! ...
Despite the forecast, live like it’s spring. Lilly Pulitzer So, the weather hasn’t exactly gotten the memo… But, spring will be here before we know it! Maybe you’ve got big ...
Undergo the treatment with an open mind, recognize that TMS might not cure all of your issues, but it can definitely improve your life. Michael, TMS patient We’re proud of ...
Expectations are high this time of year. What you should do. Where you should be. How you should act. How you should feel. It’s enough to cause stress for even ...
When you walk through those doors for the first time, you have made a huge step in your journey of self-discovery. Tricia Engen, MA, LPCC | Sonder Medina team member ...
We must reinvent a future free of blinders so that we can choose from real options. David Suzuki Living with depression can keep you feeling stuck in the past, disconnected ...
When you say yes to others, make sure you aren’t saying no to yourself. Paulo Coehlo People-pleasing. It sounds so harmless. Even pleasant. After all, where’s the danger in prioritizing ...
Technology alone is not enough. Steve Jobs What if it were easier to moderate our own phone use in 2022? That was the subject of a recent analysis by The ...
It’s not about faith in technology. It’s faith in people. Steve Jobs There’s never been a greater need for emotional wellness support. And thanks to increased demand from the public, ...
Sad hurts, but it’s a healthy feeling. It is a necessary thing to feel. Depression is very different. J.K. Rowling Ask just about anyone what depression means to them, and ...
Negative emotions like loneliness, envy, and guilt have an important role to play in a happy life; they’re big, flashing signs that something needs to change. Gretchen Rubin Ah, emotions. ...
Every action you take is a vote for the type of person you wish to become. No single instance will transform your beliefs, but as the votes build up, so ...
The best way to find out what we really need is to get rid of what we don’t. Marie Kondo Spring is in the air. And for many of us, ...
Instead of worrying about what you cannot control, shift your energy to what you can create. Roy T. Bennett It’s there in the dark as you squint into the blue ...
The best bridge between despair and hope is a good night’s sleep. Matthew Walker Recently, the Star Tribune published an article highlighting the link between alcohol and sleep. For some ...
I’m fascinated by the body’s relation to the human experience, and what can be done to make each individual’s experience the best it can be. Alisa Sonder’s growing! And, in ...
Your Monday morning thoughts set the tone for your whole week. See yourself getting stronger and living a more fulfilling, happier, and healthier life. Germany Kent With the changing weather, ...
Every season is one of becoming, but not always one of blooming. Be gracious with your ever-evolving self. B. Oakman The shops are filling… The lists are growing… The stress ...
There are days I drop words of comfort on myself like falling leaves… Brian Andreas Once you’ve met with your medication management provider to talk through all of your questions, ...
So, you’ve done your research. Given it some thought. And you believe medication could be an important part of your emotional wellness care. Congratulations! For many of us, it is. ...
Vulnerability sounds like truth and feels like courage. Truth and courage aren’t always comfortable, but they’re never weakness. Brené Brown A common myth about emotional wellness is that asking for ...
You don’t have to be interesting. You have to be interested. John Gottman Recently, the New York Times published an article predicting what dating will look like in a post-pandemic ...
After all, when a stone is dropped into a pond, the water continues quivering even after the stone has sunk to the bottom. Arthur Golden Where were you a year ...
physical activity Take care of your body. It’s the only place you have to live. Jim Rohn As some parts of our lives begin a gradual transition to normalcy whatever ...
No one can steal contentment, joy, gratitude, or peace… we have to give it away. Kristin Armstrong As we enter another week of #StayHomeMN, you might notice an antsy sort of ...
sleep benefits Sleep is the best meditation. Dalai Lama You might say sleep is kind of like… broccoli. We know it’s good for us. We’re just not sure exactly why. ...
stuff Minimalism isn’t about removing the things you love. It’s about removing the things that distract you from the things you love. Joshua Becker It’s all around us. (Especially after ...
mindful goal-setting The new year stands before us, like a chapter in a book, waiting to be written. We can help write that story by setting goals. Melody Beattie As ...