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
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
Is it sometimes hard for you to believe in yourself? Is it easier to think negatively about yourself than positively? Negative thoughts hold you back. Daily affirmations may be a useful tool to help you shift your mindset. A healthy and positive mindset can improve your life! What are affirmations? Affirmations are positive reminders or
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Affirmations, How To, Mindfulness, Tips, Women
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
Do you ever feel as though you and your partner are speaking different languages? Are you doing all you can to make them feel loved, and it does not feel received? It is very possible you are speaking different languages! Different love languages. The idea of love languages arose in 1992 with Gary Chapman, a
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Couples, Five Love Languages
January is self-love month! And what better way to celebrate than to make some changes in your daily routine. Follow us on social media to follow along starting on 1/8/23, or start your self-lead journey at any time. Tag us @blossomcandw to share your challenge! Day 1- Make a list of your strengths and good
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Anxiety, College/Students, Depression, How To, Journals, Monday Motivation, Stress, Wellness
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
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
We all know that person… the “my way or the highway” person, the stubborn personality. Sometimes, stubbornness pays off – such dedication to a task can be a real strength. Putting 110% into a big project or practicing free-throws for hours can help you achieve your goals. Sometimes though it is more of a hindrance,
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Challenges, Growth Mindset, Tips
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
Being able to effectively communicate with your teenager is one of the many challenges of being a parent. Many parents wonder why their teen consistently gives one-worded answers to their questions, or why it seems as though their teen has an easy time communicating openly to everyone besides them. Any of this sounding familiar? While
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Family, How To, Parenting, Teens
As a parent, it is important to prioritize your child’s mental health. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, 1 in 6 children between the ages of 6 and 17 experience a mental health disorder each year. The good news is that there are many ways you can support your child’s mental health. Here
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Children, Coping Skills, How To, Parenting, Tips
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