Life isn’t all bubble baths and spa days. In this post, we talk about what self-care really looks like, how it connects to suicide prevention, and why the small stuff (yes, even our favorite song) matters. A little humor, a little 90s nostalgia, and a lot of heart — because self-care isn’t luxury, it’s survival.
Your gut isn’t just about digestion — it’s your chatty second brain. This post unpacks how the mind–gut connection shapes resilience, and why having a supportive crew keeps both brains from spiraling when life feels like bad leftovers.
“Sit down, be quiet, don’t make waves…” Sound familiar? In Nobody Puts Baby in the Corner, I dig into how often we shrink ourselves — and how that habit will keep you stuck in the corner forever. And let’s be honest, corners are only good for charging your phone, not living your life. Like Baby in Dirty Dancing, sometimes you’ve gotta say screw it, grab your moment, and step into the spotlight (bonus points if it involves Patrick Swayze lifting you over his head 🕺). This post is all about finding the guts to stop apologizing, take up space, and remind yourself you’re not background furniture.
"The Space Between" explores that often-overlooked moment in life where growth happens—not in the big, flashy milestones, but in the quiet, awkward, and sometimes uncomfortable pause between where you were and where you’re going. In this Comfortably Human Wellness blog post, we talk about the messy middle: the stage that feels too uncertain to celebrate and too far from the start to feel safe. Think of it as the emotional waiting room—equal parts nerve-wracking and full of potential.
In my first post, I talk about why I’m boring you with my words! I discuss my journey through not only my mental health, but my decision to help others, the good, the bad, and the ugly.
This post sets the tone for Comfortably Human — where therapy isn’t about being fixed, it’s about being real. Messy, emotional, awkward real. The good stuff. I also try to get you to jump on my bandwagon and hopefully come back for a second week! So be careful I might just rub off on you.
This month we’re diving into Furiously Happy by Jenny Lawson — a brilliantly chaotic blend of laugh-out-loud moments 🦝 and gut-level honesty about living with depression 😔. Jenny has a way of showing that even in the heaviest moments, there’s room for humor, connection, and joy ✨.
Depression isn’t quirky or funny — it’s real, debilitating, and different for everyone 💙. But what Jenny proves in this book is that humor can be a lifeline 🛟, and sometimes the ability to laugh in the middle of the mess is exactly what keeps us going.
That’s why Furiously Happy feels so Comfortably Human 🌱 — because it reminds us that we can carry both: the pain and the punchlines 🎭.
August 2025!
The counselor who reads about therapy and catches feelings? Yeah — it’s me. Obviously.
In this non-spoiler recap of Maybe You Should Talk to Someone by Lori Gottlieb, I explore the beauty of vulnerability, put a little “Stacy spin” on it, and leave you with something to reflect on.
Join me each month as I mix mental health, humor, and a little nerd energy while discussing a Book of the Month— all in one messy, human post.
“September is Suicide Prevention Month, and prevention isn’t just about crisis hotlines — it’s about everyday coping. This post explores practical, lighthearted strategies (from grounding tricks to Salt-N-Pepa dance breaks), showing how humor, and a well-stocked emotional toolbox can make the weight of depression easier to carry.”