by SamaraCare | Jul 30, 2026 | Personal Growth
We all have opinions to share which can be valuable in the right moment. But wisdom lies in knowing when our perspective will help—and when someone simply needs to be heard. Knowing when to offer an opinion—and when to simply listen—is one of the more challenging...
by SamaraCare | Jun 8, 2026 | Personal Growth
Most of us like to believe we are right — and sometimes we are. But why does being right matter so much? From a mental health perspective, the need to be right is often about more than facts or opinions. Being right can provide a sense of certainty, safety, identity,...
by SamaraCare | Apr 23, 2026 | Autism
Celebrate Autism Acceptance Month – Support Early Intervention! April is Autism Acceptance Month, a time to recognize, celebrate, and support children with autism and their families. Early intervention can make a real difference in a child’s life—and it starts with...
by SamaraCare | Apr 2, 2026 | Personal Growth
By Anne Patterson, LCPC, Art Therapist Recently, I noticed the prairie near Springbrook in Naperville was darkened by a prescribed burn. At first glance, the charred ground can look dark and lifeless. Yet those familiar with prairie ecosystems know something...
by SamaraCare | Mar 18, 2026 | Anxiety and Stress, Depression, Mental Health
With celebrating St. Patrick’s Day this month, I’d like to highlight a story that carries some important mental health lessons from an Irish American author. I recently had the pleasure of reading “The Ride of our Lives,” by Mike Leonard. The author shares...
