Therapy can be a lifesaving tool for managing mental health, but not everyone enjoys or benefits from it. The pressure to like therapy can be overwhelming, making individuals feel like something is wrong with them if they don’t enjoy it. However, forcing yourself to like therapy can actually hinder your progress. The Pressure to Like […]
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Therapy
Have you ever noticed that little voice in your head that seems to constantly comment on everything you do? This voice, also known as self-talk, can have a big impact on your confidence, motivation, and overall well-being. Unfortunately, for many people, this inner voice can be negative and critical, leading to feelings of self-doubt and
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Affirmations, Tips
We all have that little voice inside our heads that criticizes us from time to time. This voice can be helpful when it motivates us to improve ourselves, but it can also be incredibly damaging when it becomes too harsh and critical. When our inner critic becomes too negative, it can start to lie to
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Anxiety, Stress
Have you ever had a friend who drains your energy, makes you feel insecure, or causes more stress than joy? Unfortunately, we all have encountered toxic friendships at some point in our lives. But what if you’re the toxic friend without even realizing it? It’s time to take a step back and evaluate your behavior
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Friends
Have you ever felt so drained after making decisions that you can barely function for the rest of the day? You find yourself staring at the simplest choices, like what to eat for lunch, unable to make a decision. This is called decision fatigue, and it affects everyone from CEOs to stay-at-home parents. What is
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Anxiety, Stress
Self-doubt is a common experience for many people. It can be crippling and can prevent us from achieving our goals and pursuing our dreams. Fortunately, there are ways to manage self-doubt and build self-confidence. Here are six strategies to help! Practice self-compassion Self-compassion is the act of being kind and understanding towards yourself. It involves
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Challenges, College/Students, How To, Stress, Tips
Have you ever found yourself reacting strongly to a situation or event, only to later realize that your reaction was disproportionate to the situation? It’s a common experience to have, and it can leave you feeling confused, embarrassed, or even ashamed. But the truth is, we all have moments where our emotions get the best
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How To
Trauma is a psychological response to a deeply distressing or disturbing event that can leave an individual feeling overwhelmed, helpless, and frightened. It is a subjective experience and can be different for everyone. Trauma can be caused by a range of experiences such as physical or sexual abuse, natural disasters, accidents, or witnessing violence. Trauma
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Wellness
With the rise of smartphones, tablets, and other digital devices, it’s nearly impossible to avoid spending at least some time in front of a screen each day. But what are the potential effects on our mental health? Can screen time really destroy our well-being? As it turns out, the answer may be more complicated than
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Wellness
Depression is a mental health disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. It can be caused by a variety of factors – biological, environmental, and genetic. However, certain triggers can also contribute to the development or worsening of depression. Let’s look at three common triggers for depression and how to manage them. Stressful Life Events
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Depression
Relationships are an essential part of our lives. Whether it is a romantic relationship, a friendship, or a familial relationship, it’s super helpful to understand and know our relationship sensitivities. Our relationship sensitivities are the things that trigger us emotionally in our relationships. They can be anything from something someone says to a particular behavior
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College/Students, Couples, Family, Friends, Relationships, Women
In today’s fast-paced world, stress has become a common factor that affects everyone’s lives. It’s not uncommon to feel overwhelmed, anxious, or depressed at times. While there are many treatments available, yoga has gained popularity as a natural and effective way to manage moods. Yoga is an ancient practice that unites physical, mental, and spiritual
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How To
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
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
What do you do when you start to feel overwhelmed by emotion? Turn on Netflix and pretend the thing that is bothering you doesn’t exist? Distractions can be helpful at times, but they don’t get to the root of the problem and often the emotion is still there when the episode is over. Here are
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Anxiety, Children, College/Students, Depression, How To, Stress, Teens