Written by: Caitlin Alfonso, LMSW When asked to picture mindfulness, the image that often comes to mind is of a person sitting still and not moving. This can be discouraging for people who describe themselves as “fidgeters” and struggle with staying still for periods of time. However, mindfulness can be ...
Written by: Caitlin Alfonso, LMSW Spring break is around the corner and for some people this is a time to clean, organize and freshen up their space. For others, the idea of “spring cleaning” is the last thing on their mind. However, spring cleaning does offer its benefits and is ...
Written by: Caitlin Alfonso, LMSW Scenario 1: You receive a message. A hiring manager read your application and would like to set up an interview. You are so excited, so you quickly dial the number back. It rings, and rings and much to your dismay it goes to voicemail. What ...
By Caitlin Alfonso, LMSW --- Recently, I had a student tell me: “I heard when you learn to love yourself, you lose a lot of friends in the process… because they do not love themselves and so they cannot accept you loving yourself”. Just sit with that for a second. ...
By Caitlin Alfonso, LMSW --- Friend. Secret-Keeper. Partner. Teammate. Peer. Cheerleader. Soul Sister. Acquaintance. Guide. Challenger. BFF. Jokester. Classmate. Goal Getter. Mentor. Colleague. Advisor. Supporter. Club Member. Leader. Collaborator. The girl next to you can be a lot of things, but she is not your competition. There is an African ...