Sexual desire in long-term relationships depends heavily on emotional connection. When someone feels criticized or ignored, they often pull back emotionally. That creates distance. And once emotional intimacy starts to fade, physical intimacy often follows.

Your health is your business. If you’re a counselor in private practice, your most valuable resource isn’t your degree, your office, or your theoretical orientation—it’s you. Your energy, clarity, and presence are what people are coming to you for. When your body is run down or your mind feels foggy, everything else suffers Moving your body consistently—whether it’s walking, lifting, swimming, cycling, or stretching—helps you stay sharp and steady.

Land Snorkeling, self care for mental health professionals. Think of snorkeling—but on land. You’re moving slowly through a natural space like a park, a trail, or even your own backyard, paying close attention to the world around you. You’re not trying to get anywhere or hit a step goal. You’re simply noticing. The color of the leaves. The feel of the breeze. The way sunlight filters through the branches.