When September Hits, So Does the Slump If you’re feeling stuck, sluggish, or struggling to follow through with even basic tasks—welcome to the September slump. It’s more common than you think. Across Gresham, Portland, Sandy, and Troutdale OR, people who thrived in the freedom and activity of summer now find ...

Back-to-School Jitters Aren’t Just for Kids As Oregon families settle into the school year, parents across Gresham, Portland, Troutdale, and Sandy are noticing more than just forgotten homework and chaotic mornings. Many children—and parents—are experiencing intense emotional turbulence as the structure of the school year takes hold. If your child ...

Fall Fatigue Is Real—And You’re Not Alone It’s the first week of September, and if you’re suddenly feeling foggy, sluggish, and mentally “off,” you’re not imagining things. Around Gresham, Portland, Troutdale, and Sandy OR, many people experience a dip in energy following Labor Day. While it’s easy to blame this ...

  As summer draws to a close in Oregon, the outside world may look breezy and relaxed — but inside, your mind might be a different story. Between juggling school transitions, adjusting work schedules, planning for fall, and trying to get “back on track” after a hectic season, it’s no ...

August in Oregon can be a strange in-between space. Summer isn’t quite over, but your momentum might be. Whether you're returning from vacation, managing back-to-school prep, or facing a desk full of projects you put off, the truth is this: Summer burnout is real. From Portland to Sandy to Gresham, ...

It’s mid-August in Oregon, and whether you’re in Gresham, Portland, or Troutdale, you can feel the shift. Summer break is winding down, and the school-year transition is looming. For parents, this season often comes with a perfect storm of to-do lists, emotional exhaustion, and pressure to “get it right.” If ...

August in Oregon brings a quiet shift. The sun’s still high, but you can feel it — summer is winding down. Whether you’re in Gresham, Portland, Troutdale, or Sandy, life is about to get busier again. Maybe you’ve been staying up later. Eating out more. Losing track of structure. That’s ...

By the end of July, the energy of summer can start to shift. What began as a season of excitement often turns into a swirl of to-dos, mental fatigue, and self-critical thoughts. You might catch yourself thinking: “Why haven’t I gotten more done?” “I should be enjoying this more.” “I’ll ...

Summer is a time of sunshine, relaxation, and celebration — but it can also be a season of temptation. BBQs, food carts, ice cream trucks, late-night snacks, fruity cocktails... they’re everywhere. In Oregon towns like Gresham, Sandy, and Portland, every community event seems to come with sugary treats and salty ...