Janet Zinn, LCSW

We have two and half more weeks until we get to 2025. What a year it’s been. Most of us struggled to understand and appreciate those who view things differently. There has been a lot of vilifying. I’m tired. I bet you are, too. Though there was also joy amongst the adversity. So rather than write more about hardship or any other topic when we need a reprieve from more voices on the subject, I’ll leave you with some fun photos from 2024, with self-care tips at the end....

A Year in Pics, Week Fifity in the No Longer New Abnormal We have two and half more weeks until we get to 2025.  What a year it’s been.  Most of us struggled to understand and appreciate those who view things differently.  Th…

It’s easy to hunker down now that the cold weather is here. And there’s something to be said for hibernation mode. But this week I was out and about taking in the holiday spirit, which is alive and well in New York City. I love a good nap when the weather is chilly and the days are short. And, yet, visiting Rockefeller Center and the holiday window displays later in the evening, when they’re less crowded is a joyful experience that really does bring cheer....

‘Tis the Season, Week Forty-Nine in the No Longer New Abnormal It’s easy to hunker down now that the cold weather is here.  And there’s something to be said for hibernation mode.  But this week I was out and about taking in the holiday spir…

What is your favorite place to go in your city? Broadway. Not actually being in crowded Times Square, but enjoying the many shows on Broadway & off-Broadway.

janetzinn.blog What is your favorite place to go in your city? Broadway. Not actually being in crowded Times Square, but enjoying the many shows on Broadway & off-Broadway.

Rather than add to the disquieting mix of this past week’s conversation, I am going to share two quotes that may be helpful now and going forward. The first one was shared by my sister-in-law, Catherine North. She has always been a champion for encouraging the best in those around her. The second quote was shard in response to the first as a continuation of inspiration....

Quotes for This Moment, Week Forty-Five in the No Longer new Abnormal Rather than add to the disquieting mix of this past week’s conversation, I am going to share two quotes that may be helpful now and going forward.  The first one was shared by my sister-i…