Have you ever had one of those days where everything feels like an uphill battle? Maybe your bed feels extra comfy on a gloomy Monday, or your favorite series doesn’t excite you anymore. We’ve all been there, right? Well, imagine that feeling lingering longer than a tub of ice cream on a lonely Friday night. […]
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Depression
Dating can be like a dance – two people moving together, sometimes in sync, sometimes stepping on each other’s toes. But what happens when one partner’s steps are less about the dance and more about clinging onto their partner for balance? Welcome to the world of dating someone who is codependent and needy. Understanding Codependency:
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Couples, Relationships
Picture this: you’re stepping onto a bustling college campus for the first time. There’s a symphony of new sights, sounds, and routines. For students with autism, this transition isn’t just a rite of passage; it’s a deep dive into a world brimming with both challenges and triumphs. Embracing Your Unique College Experience College is often
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College/Students
Losing a pet is not just losing an animal; it’s saying goodbye to a friend, a family member, and a source of unconditional love and joy. If you’ve ever had to go through this, you know that the pain is real and deep. It’s a type of grief that can catch you off guard with
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Coping Skills, Grief
Have you ever faced a moment where you’re about to make a choice, and there’s this little voice inside your head nudging you towards what’s right? That, my friends, is your conscience speaking – your built-in moral compass, the Jiminy Cricket of your mind, guiding you through the complexities of right and wrong. In the
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Personal Development, Wellness
Continuing our journey through the alphabet of procrastination, let’s explore more strategies to help you navigate and overcome this common hurdle. Remember, the goal is to understand and manage procrastination, not to beat ourselves up over it. Let’s dive in! O is for Organization Being disorganized can lead to procrastination because you spend more time
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Personal Development, Tips
Ever found yourself jolted awake, heart racing, from a scene straight out of a horror movie scripted by your own brain? Welcome to the world of nightmares, a nocturnal playground where our fears, anxieties, and the day’s leftover pizza collaborate to produce some truly Oscar-worthy horror shorts. Nightmares can be more than just a bad
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Wellness
Picture this: you’re sitting in front of your computer, the cursor blinking on a blank page, and you’re tasked with writing an essay that could play a pivotal role in shaping your future. No pressure, right? Well, crafting an awesome college essay might seem like scaling Mount Everest, but it’s definitely achievable—and can even be
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College/Students, How To
Let’s talk about something we all love – food! But here’s a twist: did you know that what’s on your plate can play a role in managing depression? Yep, it’s not just about satisfying our taste buds or filling our stomachs; it’s also about nourishing our brains. The Gut-Brain Connection: More Than Just a Feeling
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Depression, Nutrition, WellnessLet’s talk procrastination – you know, that all-too-familiar ‘I’ll do it later’ voice that turns minutes into hours and hours into “Oops, I’ll start tomorrow.” We’ve all been there, trying to understand why we delay and how we can overcome it. Let’s dive into the ABCs of procrastination, not just to figure out why we
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Personal Development, Tips
Picture this: You’re walking through a bustling street market. The air is tinged with the aroma of exotic spices, the clamor of vendors hawking their wares, and a kaleidoscope of colors from vibrant fruits piled high. This scene is not just a feast for the senses; it’s a live demonstration of the fascinating concept of
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Communication, Emotions, Mental Health, Relationships
Picture this: You’re going about your day, maybe sipping coffee or scrolling through your phone, and out of nowhere, it feels like a thunderstorm hits your body. Your heart races like it’s trying to win a marathon, your breathing turns shallow, and you’re swept up in a wave of fear that seems to come from
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Anxiety, Coping Skills, Emotions, Fear
Mondays often get a bad rap. They symbolize the end of weekend freedom and the start of the workweek grind. But what if we flipped the script? Imagine seeing Monday as an opportunity rather than a burden. It’s like getting a mini New Year’s Day every week, a chance for a fresh start! The Magic
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Monday Motivation
Imagine if you could rewrite the stars, reshaping your life one day at a time. That’s the spirit of Change Your Stars Month, a time to embrace transformation and growth. We often get caught in the whirlwind of life, feeling like spectators in our own stories. But what if I told you that you could
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Goals, Growth Mindset, Personal Development, Wellness
Ever had that moment where your heart’s racing faster than a sprinter at the Olympics, or your stomach’s doing acrobatics worthy of a Cirque du Soleil audition? That, my friends, could be anxiety showing up in your body, and it’s quite the skilled dancer. Anxiety isn’t just a ‘feeling.’ It’s an incredibly chatty body-mind guest
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Anxiety