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Embracing a Healthier Body Image: Tips for Nurturing Self-Acceptance and Confidence

In today’s world, where social media often paints an unrealistically perfect picture of life, developing and maintaining a healthy body image can feel like navigating a minefield. Despite the pressures, it’s possible to foster a sense of self-acceptance and genuinely appreciate your body. Here’s how you can start to see yourself in a new light. […]

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Acceptance, College/Students, Compassion, Nutrition, Teens, Women

Understanding Bi Erasure: The Hidden Struggle within the LGBTQ+ Community

In the vibrant spectrum of the LGBTQ+ community, bisexuality occupies a unique space, colored by both visibility and invisibility. Bi erasure, a prevalent issue within both the heterosexual and LGBTQ+ circles, involves the dismissal or denial of bisexuality’s legitimacy as a true orientation. This phenomenon not only fosters misunderstanding but also perpetuates feelings of isolation

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College/Students, LGBTQ+, Teens

Tackling the Bully: Strategies for Standing Strong

Bullying – it’s a word that conjures up images of schoolyard taunts and social media trolls. But let’s face it, bullies don’t just disappear after high school. They lurk in office corridors, at family gatherings, and sometimes, unfortunately, in our circle of friends. Dealing with a bully can feel like navigating a minefield, but with

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Challenges, Children, College/Students, Coping Skills, How To, Teens

Telling Your Parents You Think You Need Therapy

Mental health is a crucial aspect of our overall well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and behave. However, talking about mental health can be difficult, and admitting that you might need therapy can be even harder. It can be especially challenging to bring up the subject with your parents. After all, they may have

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Anxiety, College/Students, Depression, Stress, Teens, Therapy

Empowering Reads: Books Every Girl Needs for Building Self-Confidence

Self-esteem is a crucial factor in our mental and emotional well-being. Girls, in particular, may struggle with low self-esteem for reasons such as societal pressures, social media, and unrealistic beauty standards. As a result, it is important to provide girls with resources to help them develop a positive self-image. “I Am Enough” by Grace Byers

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Affirmations, Children, Teens

When You Feel Like You Can’t Handle Everyday Life

We all have those moments when life feels overwhelming, and it seems like we can’t handle the daily challenges that come our way. But here’s the truth: you’re stronger than you think, and there is support available to help you navigate those tough times. Let’s dive in and discover the resilience within you! Acknowledge Your

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Challenges, College/Students, Coping Skills, Emotions, How To, Stress, Teens

The Myth of Lucky Girl Syndrome

The so-called “Lucky Girl Syndrome.” It’s that nagging feeling that some people have it all and we’re merely spectators in their seemingly perfect lives. But fret not – we’ll explore the truth behind this illusion and discover how to embrace gratitude and authenticity in our own lives. So, grab your favorite beverage, settle in, and

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College/Students, Friends, Relationships, Teens, Tips, Women

30 Days of Gratitude

Gratitude is a powerful emotion that has the ability to positively impact our mental health. By focusing on what we have instead of what we lack, we can cultivate a sense of contentment and fulfillment in our lives. One way to practice gratitude is through a 30 days of gratitude challenge. In this challenge, you

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Anxiety, Challenges, College/Students, Depression, Stress, Teens, Wellness

Understanding the Psychology Behind Your Sense of Inferiority

Let’s talk about something that many of us struggle with at some point in our lives – a sense of inferiority. You know what I’m talking about – that nagging feeling that you’re not good enough, that you don’t measure up to others, that you’re somehow lacking in some way. It’s a tough feeling to

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Anxiety, Depression, Stress, Teens, Wellness

What to Do When You Feel Ready to Move On From a Friendship

Breaking up with a friend can be difficult and emotionally challenging. However, sometimes friendships can become toxic and it may be necessary to end the relationship. Let’s walk through the steps you can take to break up with a friend in a respectful and considerate manner. Recognize the Signs Before you can break up with

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College/Students, How To, Teens, Wellness

Dealing with Friend Betrayal

Friendship is an essential part of life. Friends are people who we rely on for support, love, laughter, and companionship. They are the people who we share our triumphs and struggles with, and they are the ones who are always there to lend a listening ear. However, sometimes these very friends can betray us and

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Challenges, College/Students, Friends, Teens

How to Respond to Negative Self-Talk

Negative self-talk is so much more common than most of us tend to realize! Basically, negative self-talk is a clinical term we use to describe and identify the negative things that we say and think to ourselves. Some common examples include: “Wow, I guess I just can’t do anything right” “Why isn’t my life as

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Anxiety, Children, College/Students, Couples, Depression, Family, Grief, How To, OCD, Parenting, Stress, Teens

How to Win with Confidence Affirmations

Self-confidence is something that many people struggle with. It can be very easy to compare yourself to others or doubt yourself and your abilities. Sometimes this lack of confidence may lead you to avoid speaking up for yourself or doing something that you might really want to, due to fear of others’ reactions or fear

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Anxiety, Children, College/Students, Depression, How To, OCD, Professional/Work, Stress, Teens

Test Anxiety? Here’s How to Fix it

Whether it is the SATs or a test in math class, test anxiety plagues many high schoolers. Students experience a lot of pressure, both external and internal, to do well on exams, but the anxiety often has a counterproductive effect. Of course a little stress can be helpful. If there is no stress at all,

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Anxiety, College/Students, How To, OCD, Stress, Teens

Stay Chill with These 5 Relaxation Tips for Teens

Being a teenager comes with various responsibilities and stressors. And does it ever seem like parents and other adults don’t remember how stressful the teenage years can be? Trying to balance school, sports, jobs, clubs, friendships, relationships, family, and your physical and mental health is NOT easy! And depending on your age, you may also

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Anxiety, College/Students, Depression, How To, Stress, Teens