As restrictions and guidelines lift around the US, we are being called back into life and are now allowed to do many more things that we haven’t been able to enjoy for quite some time. After a year of being under severe restrictions we have to figure out how to interact with others again in… CONTINUE
Help! Mood Swings While Pregnant
Pregnant? Feeling crazy? You probably have mood swings. It’s not uncommon to feel rage, sadness, and happiness on thein the same day (or sometimes the same hour!) when you’re pregnant. Causes may range from hormonal changes to lack of sleep and general all-day discomfort. It’s important to recognize that this is normal, and to take… CONTINUE
Signs the Pandemic Is Affecting Your Mental Health
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, so now feels like a great time to revisit a topic that has affected the nation’s collective mental well-being for over a year now: the COVID-19 pandemic. According to a 2020 CDC study on mental health, substance abuse, and suicidal thoughts during the pandemic, at least 40 percent of… CONTINUE
Grief: How to Cope and Make Meaning After a Year in Lockdown
We all seek meaning in life, more now than ever. A significant year marker has just passed with the pandemic and an anniversary we didn’t anticipate is now here. This anniversary is a reminder to all of us that we were, a year ago, forced into a lockdown that caused our lives to come to… CONTINUE
Are You a Narcissist? 9 Telltale Signs of Narcissism
Many of us have narcissists in our lives. In fact, we might even be narcissists! But narcissism can truly take a toll on your relationships. In fact, it is classified as a personality disorder. How can you tell you or someone you know is a narcissist? Here are 9 signs of narcissism: Relentless focus on… CONTINUE
How to Stop Arguing with Your Spouse
There’s a reason they say marriage is “hard work.” It can take serious resolve to accept another person’s way of doing things and compromise on a forever lifestyle. If it feels like you’re spending more time arguing in your marriage than appreciating each other, it’s time to pause, reflect, and do the work. Here are… CONTINUE
Simple Tips to Manage Anxiety at Home
Battling anxiety? You’re not alone. Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health issue in the United States. They’re hard to diagnose because they often feel like physical illnesses; for example, chest pain, nausea, and headaches. But these physical symptoms originate in the mind. One key to reducing symptoms of anxiety is to focus on… CONTINUE
Techniques to Grow Your Relationships this Valentine’s Day
How do you express love and feel loved? Love languages are everywhere in our literature and media. We are inundated with ways to help your partner or yourself. This pandemic, whether you have a partner or not, think of ways to connect even more during this time. Techniques to Improve Intimacy Our job is not… CONTINUE
7 Ways to Improve Your Mental Health in 2021
Well, it finally happened: 2020 is behind us. While our hopes remain high for a better 2021, it’s been a rocky start. It’s hard not to feel a rollercoaster of emotions when watching the news or talking to loved ones. To set yourself up for a future of wellness, put your mental health first. Here… CONTINUE
Why Does Giving Feel So Good?
One of the best ways to boost your self-esteem is to give. Whether it’s money or time, a kind gesture can have profound effects—both for the recipient and the giver. 4 Reasons Giving Feels Good Giving activates parts of the brain associated with pleasure. Acts of kindness trigger the release of feel-good hormones like endorphins,… CONTINUE
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