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Welcome to the Lamco Wellness blog. If you’re a leader or HR professional, you likely feel a great sense of accomplishment for providing an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). And you should. The EAP is an essential resource, offering confidential counseling and critical support that can literally save lives and careers by providing immediate access to [...]

Welcome to the Lamco Wellness blog. If you are a dedicated HR professional, a passionate team leader, or an internal wellness champion, you possess an essential, compassionate understanding of the profound need for robust employee mental health and well-being programs. You’ve personally witnessed the crippling toll of burnout, the staggering cost of high turnover, and [...]

Welcome to the Lamco Wellness blog. If you’ve worked for a medium to large company, you’ve probably seen the letters EAP mentioned in your benefits package. It stands for Employee Assistance Program, and while nearly every major organization offers one, it remains one of the most underutilized and misunderstood resources available to employees. Too often, [...]

Welcome back to the Lamco Wellness blog. If you’re reading this, you are likely someone who has pursued success relentlessly—climbing the corporate ladder, building a demanding business, or dedicating yourself fully to a complex career. You’ve internalized the potent cultural script that defines success as a rigid, linear equation: Hustle + Exhaustion = Achievement (and [...]

Welcome back to the Lamco Wellness blog. We all have a constant, often relentless stream of inner dialogue running in our heads. This continuous self-talk is far more than just background noise; it is the fundamental operating system for your mental performance, emotional resilience, and sustained motivation. For many high-achievers, that internal voice defaults to [...]

Welcome back to the Lamco Wellness blog. If you’re a high-achiever embedded in our pervasive always-on culture, you likely view productivity as a relentless, linear engine: the more hours you spend working, the more you inevitably accomplish. In this mindset, breaks, rest, and downtime are invariably seen as necessary evils—as irritating interruptions to be minimized, [...]

Welcome back to the Lamco Wellness blog. If you’re like most high-achievers, you probably started the year—or the week—with a meticulously crafted list of goals: lose 10 pounds, land a promotion, write a book, or save a specific amount of money. We’re taught that success is purely a function of goal-setting: mapping out the what [...]

Welcome back to the Lamco Wellness blog. If you identify as a high-achiever—someone defined by intense drive, measurable success, and relentless commitment—you’re likely operating on a severe psychological tightrope. Your ambition is, without a doubt, your greatest professional asset, yet it harbors a profound and often hidden danger: the escalating risk of burnout. In my [...]

Welcome back to the Lamco Wellness blog. When you hear the term "mental toughness," you might immediately picture an elite athlete pushing through physical pain, a successful entrepreneur shrugging off immense market failure, or a CEO calmly navigating an industry-wide crisis. Our culture often treats mental toughness as an inherent trait—a rare, fixed quality that [...]

Welcome back to the Lamco Wellness blog. If you identify as a high-performer, you’re likely familiar with the silent, insidious engine that often drives your success: perfectionism. It’s the voice that insists a task is not complete until it’s flawless, that a result less than outstanding is equivalent to failure, and that your self-worth hinges [...]

Welcome back to the Lamco Wellness blog. If you’ve ever been so completely immersed in a task that the outside world seemed to melt away, where hours flew by unnoticed, and your actions felt effortless, you’ve experienced Flow State. This highly coveted mental state is the psychological sweet spot where peak performance meets pure enjoyment [...]

Welcome to the Lamco Wellness blog. As a clinician, I spend my days helping people manage stress, anxiety, and depression. When clients first come to me, they often talk about their mental state as though it were entirely separate from their physical body—a disembodied brain struggling against a cruel world. They might say, "My back [...]

Welcome back to the Lamco Wellness blog. If you are a high-achiever—whether in the boardroom, the classroom, or on the stage—you are intimately familiar with the intense pressure to perform. Many people confuse the drive for excellencewith the debilitating grip of performance anxiety. They often believe that the uncomfortable, churning fear before a major presentation [...]

Welcome back to the Lamco Wellness blog. As a clinician, when I first meet with a patient, we inevitably dive into conversations about stressors, relationships, and sleep. These are the traditional pillars of mental health. But increasingly, one of the most fundamental discussions we have revolves around a topic you might not immediately link to [...]

Welcome back to the Lamco Wellness blog. If the thought of saying "no" sends a surge of guilt through your system, or if your calendar is filled with commitments you secretly dread, you're experiencing a crisis of boundaries. We live in a culture that often rewards over-commitment, martyrdom, and constant availability, leading many of us [...]

Welcome back to the Lamco Wellness blog. Few experiences in life are as universally devastating, isolating, and misunderstood as grief. Whether you are mourning the loss of a loved one, the end of a long-term relationship, the severance of a career, or the loss of a life chapter (such as a significant illness or the [...]

Welcome back to the Lamco Wellness blog. Today, let’s talk about a silent, yet powerful saboteur that lives inside nearly all of us: the Inner Critic. It’s the relentless, nagging voice that whispers, or sometimes shouts, internal commands: "You shouldn't have said that," "You should be further along in your career by now," or "You [...]

Welcome to the Lamco Wellness blog. In the modern era, asking someone to avoid social media entirely is like asking them to stop using email—it’s simply not a realistic option for many of us. Platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and X are deeply embedded in our professional and social lives. They connect us, inform us, and [...]

Welcome back to the Lamco Wellness blog. Over the last few years, the entire world underwent an unprecedented social experiment: we were collectively told to pause our normal lives, withdraw into our homes, and minimize in-person contact. Now, as the rhythms of social and professional life resume, a curious and challenging phenomenon has emerged: a [...]

Welcome to the Lamco Wellness blog! If you're running on fumes, relying on coffee, and treating your bed as a multi-purpose office/dining room/binge-watching station, you're not alone. In our 24/7 culture, sleep is often the first thing we sacrifice. But as a clinician, I need to tell you the unfiltered truth: sleep is not a [...]

If you are a human being living in the 21st century, you know what anxiety feels like. It’s the tight knot in your stomach before a big meeting, the racing thoughts at 3 AM, or the intense urge to avoid a crowded place. In a fast-paced, perpetually connected world, feeling anxious is commonplace—so much so [...]

Welcome to the Lamco Wellness blog! If you've ever mentioned seeking therapy, chances are someone—a doctor, a friend, or even a podcast host—has mentioned Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). It seems to be the ubiquitous buzzword in mental health, a treatment recommended for everything from anxiety and depression to chronic pain and insomnia. But what exactly [...]

Everyone gets stressed. Stress is an inevitable, often necessary part of being human—it's the rush you feel before a deadline, the worry about a sick family member, or the energy that motivates you for a major exam. It's the body's natural, adaptive reaction to an external demand or threat. Stress, in small doses, sharpens focus [...]

Welcome to the latest from Lamco Wellness. If you’ve ever achieved a major professional milestone—a big promotion, a stellar performance review, or an acceptance letter—only to whisper, "I'm a fraud, and they're going to find out," you're not alone. That persistent, sinking feeling is the Imposter Syndrome Trap. As a clinician specializing in well-being and [...]

In today's fiercely competitive landscape, businesses are constantly seeking strategies to boost productivity, reduce costs, and retain top talent. While executive focus often gravitates toward technological upgrades or market expansion, the most significant—and often most fragile—asset a company possesses is its people. A growing and irrefutable body of evidence shows that investing in employee mental [...]

In today's hyper-connected world, our phones, tablets, and computers are often more than just tools—they're constant companions. From the moment we wake up to the last moments before we sleep, we are tethered to our screens. While technology offers unprecedented convenience and connection, the relentless stream of notifications, emails, and social media updates can leave [...]

It's the goal we’re all chasing: the perfect work-life balance. We envision a life where our professional and personal spheres exist in perfect equilibrium, like two equally weighted sides of a scale. We believe that if we can just manage our time and energy correctly, we can give 100% to our careers and 100% to [...]

Welcome to the Lamco Wellness blog. If you’re a manager or leader in the modern workforce, your job description has subtly but undeniably undergone a seismic shift. It's no longer enough to expertly manage budgets, track metrics, and delegate tasks; you are now tasked with navigating the complex and increasingly vocal emotional landscape of your [...]

In the relentless pace of today's professional world, the workday often feels like a non-stop series of tasks, meetings, and deadlines. We move from one thing to the next, fueled by caffeine and a sense of urgency, with little time to pause and reflect. Our lunch breaks are eaten at our desks, emails are checked [...]

In today’s professional landscape, a new lexicon has emerged to describe our collective discontent with work. Two terms, in particular, have captured the zeitgeist: “quiet quitting” and “quiet desperation.” Both are whispered in break rooms and debated on social media, but they represent very different responses to the modern workplace. While one is often framed [...]

In today's fast-paced work environment, the conversations around employee benefits have shifted dramatically. Gone are the days when a fully stocked break room and casual Fridays were considered the pinnacle of corporate perks. Today, employees—especially the top talent—are looking for something more substantial. They seek a workplace that values them as whole people, not just [...]

For decades, the image of a high-performer was defined by the relentless grind. It was a badge of honor to work until exhaustion, to be the first in and last out, and to sacrifice weekends and sleep in the name of ambition. But what if this vision of success is a myth? What if the [...]

In a world where we spend a significant portion of our lives at work, the health of our professional environment has a direct and profound impact on our overall well-being. While a positive workplace can be a source of purpose, community, and personal growth, a toxic one can erode your mental health, self-esteem, and even [...]

The Unspoken Truth: Debunking 5 Major Myths About Suicide September is a month dedicated to turning the tide on a silent epidemic. As we recognize Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, we are called to do more than just acknowledge the issue; we are challenged to confront the uncomfortable truths and dismantle the dangerous misconceptions that prevent […]

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, a time to shine a light on a difficult topic and remind everyone that it’s okay not to be okay. It can feel intimidating to talk about suicide, but starting the conversation is one of the most important steps you can take. If you’re worried about a friend, family […]

Concierge Therapy in Florida: Overcoming Anxiety for High-Performing Professionals As a high-performing professional in Florida, you’re no stranger to the pressures of leadership, tight deadlines, and the constant demand to excel. Whether you’re managing a business in Miami, leading a team in Orlando, or navigating high-stakes decisions in Tampa, the weight of these responsibilities can […]

Concierge Therapy in Florida: Overcoming Anxiety for High-Performing Professionals As a high-performing professional in Florida, you’re no stranger to the pressures of leadership, tight deadlines, and the constant demand to excel. Whether you’re managing a business in Miami, leading a team in Orlando, or navigating high-stakes decisions in Tampa, the weight of these responsibilities can […]

Identifying the Symptoms of Anxiety: What to Look for and When to Seek Help Understanding Anxiety and Its Different Forms Anxiety is our body’s natural response to stress or perceived danger – that jolt of worry or nervousness we feel in challenging situations. But when does normal anxiety become a problem? It happens when anxiety […]

Is It Just Burnout or Something Deeper? Recognizing Depression in High-Performing Professionals in Florida & Illinois Imagine a top executive in Miami powering through 12-hour workdays, or a Chicago attorney who’s always on call. From the outside, they seem to have it all together. But behind the scenes, they collapse on the couch each night […]

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