Maria Diaz, LMHC, LPC, EMDR Certified Therapist Licensed to Practice in NY, NJ, CT and FL Throughout the past few weeks, the theme around perspective has been yelling in my ear loud and clear. As a wife, mom of two very active children, therapist and business owner it's one of the many things I had to lean on when I recently fell, fractured my ankle and had to have surgery all within the same week. Talk about perspective when chaos appears to be erupting all around you. And a

Rest is one of the most important parts of a healthy lifestyle. A good night's sleep is essential for physical and mental health, and finding ways to relax can help reduce stress levels. Unfortunately, our modern lifestyles can make it hard to fit in essential rest, so it pays to be intentional when it comes to rest. While everyone has different needs when it comes to rest, here are some healthy ways to relate to rest that can be beneficial for everyone. 1) Schedule Rest Time