by admin | Jul 30, 2020 | Identity Development, Viktor Terpay
I remember when I first encountered my privilege. I was sitting in a sociology class when a professor who didn’t normally teach the class walked in. He began to talk about patriarchy and the privilege of being a man. He was passionate about the topic and I couldn’t... 
by admin | Jun 12, 2020 | Mental Health & Wellbeing, Viktor Terpay
I remember driving to work during a cloudy and grey morning. I was listening to a podcast and trying to prepare myself for another workday. As I continued to drive, I began to notice tiny raindrops appearing on my windshield. Suddenly, out of nowhere, rain was pouring... 
by admin | May 14, 2020 | Anxiety & Depression, Viktor Terpay
Many individuals may experience depression at some point in their lives. While depression is common, about one in ten individuals may experience moderate to severe symptoms of it. Depending on the severity level of depression, it can significantly impact one’s... 
by admin | Apr 16, 2020 | Relationships, Viktor Terpay
As humans, we are wired for connection. From the moment we are born, our brain is wired to connect and develop relationships. We look towards our parents or caregivers to meet our needs. We know from research on attachment that love and belonging are a significant... 
by admin | Mar 19, 2020 | Mental Health & Wellbeing, Viktor Terpay
I often experienced myself as an imposter. When our family moved to the United States, I struggled with navigating a new culture. I didn’t speak English and often relied on my peers to assist with translating and navigating through school. I remember my first day at... 
by admin | Feb 17, 2020 | Mental Health & Wellbeing, Viktor Terpay
I remember one of the conversations that we had at the dinner table with my parents, when we moved to the United States. My parents were surprised at how nice and happy everyone seemed. They even joked around that when you receive a traffic violation, police will...
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