Five Important Therapeutic Approaches for Young Adults
Young adults are beginning to increasingly benefit from seeking the helpful support of a therapist during the often difficult transition period between adolescence and adulthood. This can become even more beneficial when mental health concerns and other difficulties come into play as young adults step into new roles and responsibilities with new expectations. Therapeutic programs […]
Five Tips for Parenting Your Young Adult Living at Home
More than ever, young adults are living at home with their parents. A recent study found that 30 percent of the Generation Z population ages 18-25 are currently living at home. Whether it’s due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the high cost of school and living, failure to launch, or mental health struggles, young adults have […]
Ten Things You’ve Always Wanted to Know about Gap Year Programs
Deciding whether to take a gap year can be complicated and stressful. Many young adults experience overwhelming pressure from society and often well-meaning friends and family to go right from high school to a college or university, only to immediately begin a traditional career. For an increasing number of individuals who might not feel quite […]
Adultolescence: Preparing Young Adults Who Struggle With Skills For Wellness and Independence
Greg Ostler, Clinical Director and Caren Stewart, Executive Director from Skyterra Young Adult share how young adults in recovery often don’t have environments that are conducive to learning healthy routines, essential skills and the importance of self-care. Skyterra Young Adult couples this practical knowledge with communication and conflict-resolution skills that allow young adults to transition […]
Is the “Failure to Launch” Book Worth It? A Review and Resource Guide for Parents
If you are currently navigating the “basement couch” dilemma, you’ve likely come across the name Dr. Mark McConville. His book, Failure to Launch: Why Your Twentysomething Hasn’t Grown Up and What to Do About It, has become a “north star” for parents watching their adult children struggle to leave the nest. At Skyterra Young Adult, we […]
Live Connect Class: Winter Reset with Gina!
Join Skyterra Fitness Specialist Gina on the mat for Connect class, a blend of stretching, breath work, and some gentle mobility perfect to reset yourself amidst winter blues or holiday stress.
In the Kitchen with Chef Luke: Skyterra Young Adult’s MOST POPULAR Meal!
Join Embrace Executive Chef Luke for a Live Cooking demo where you can cook right alongside him, with the right ingredients! We will be making an Embrace all-time favorite: salmon cakes. Together, we’ll tackle the entire recipe from start to finish. This includes cooking the salmon fillets and mixing in the other ingredients, forming, searing, […]
The Connection Between Fitness and Mental Health
A solid fitness routine can and will do amazing things for your body. Even in taking a scroll through fitness posts on social media, you can learn about how having more muscle increases metabolic rate, or how cardiovascular activity improves circulation or the benefits of having a daily mobility practice. While these physical changes can […]
One Simple Change to Help You Become Unstuck as a Young Adult
Feeling stuck is a common feeling for young adults. If you are feeling stuck in the direction of your life, you are not alone. A recent study done by Oracle Workplace Intelligence found that more than 75 percent of people feel stuck personally and professionally. Being stuck can lead to feelings of being overwhelmed, hopeless […]
Cardio 101: The Basics of Cardiovascular Fitness
CARDIO. It’s a term that gets thrown around quite often in the fitness industry, and for many, this term conjures up memories of hours spent on sweaty treadmills, stair steppers, ellipticals, or bikes. While cardio, short for cardiovascular or relating to the heart and lungs, might encompass this equipment, it’s essential to understand why this […]