by Daniela LaFave | Jul 31, 2019 | All, Mental Health, Personal Growth
This Saturday begins the last year of my twenties. In the spirit of reflecting on another closed chapter, here are some things I’ve been thinking about. The best friends are people who believe good things about you at your highs and lows. Fun is worthwhile.... 
by Daniela LaFave | Jul 28, 2019 | All, Mental Health, Personal Growth
I’m a woman who took an unapproved path into working in STEM. My peers look down on my degrees in sociology and mental health counseling. Still, peer-reviewed research guides my views. Evidence is my north star. I abhor the anti-science movements that have taken root... 
by Daniela LaFave | Mar 13, 2018 | All, Mental Health, Personal Growth
Even if your drinking has never gotten you into trouble, there’s no harm in taking a break from alcohol. Really, anything that gives you pleasure can become addictive if you turn to it too much. I wrote this list because it always seems like there are a million... 