Do you feel like you’ve been striking out when it comes to relationships? Maybe old patterns keep repeating themselves, and you’re not sure why. It could be that you’re attracting the wrong partners. If you’re attracting people who won’t meet your needs, don’t adhere to your core values, or simply lack strong communication skills, it’s […]
Navigating Loss of Sexual Desire
Pop culture and social media are dripping with sexual content. In real life, well, results may vary. Not everyone is feeling the lust and passion they’re expecting to embody. If that’s anyone’s sincere choice, it is to be respected. However, if you’ve lost sexual desire and are not happy about it, you’re not alone. This […]
Finding Balance: Managing Work, Relationships, and Self-Care with Chronic Fatigue
Living with chronic fatigue isn’t easy. Dealing with work responsibilities, keeping up personal relationships, and making time for self-care all demand energy, yet your energy supply feels perpetually short. The challenge isn’t just about doing less, but about learning how to spend your limited energy wisely so that you can maintain a sense of balance […]
How C-PTSD Amplifies Disconnection from Self and Reality
You wake up in the morning, go to work, chat with friends, go to the gym, and manage your household. Despite making choices and owning your routine, have you ever felt like you’re living in someone else’s life? No matter what you do, something just doesn’t feel “right.” This emotional distance has formed between you, […]
Emotional Recovery After a Natural Disaster
If you’ve recently experienced a natural disaster, you might feel as though your entire world was turned upside down overnight. You may have been displaced from your home, suffered an injury during the disaster, or feared for the safety of your loved ones while you were away. Natural disasters don’t just cause physical destruction. They […]
Dealing with Conflict in Relationships Without Growing Apart
Arguments can strain even the strongest friendships. It’s easy to assume that a healthy friendship is one without any conflict, but that’s a myth. Healthy relationships of all kinds, especially friendships, are defined not by the absence of conflict but by how effectively they navigate it. When a disagreement is handled poorly, it can create […]
Unmet Childhood Needs? Here’s How They Show Up in Your Relationships
We all have that one friend who keeps dating the same type of person over and over and over again. Or maybe it’s a friend who shuts down or breaks up anytime someone gets a little too close. You may have attributed these actions and behaviors to their personality, but in reality, it can be […]
How Social Stigma Causes Lasting Harm in Men’s Mental Health
Ever felt like you have to be the “strong, silent type” just because you’re a guy? Society has long told men to bottle things up, but that outdated playbook is causing more harm than good. Social stigma in men’s mental health often stems from deeply ingrained societal norms and stereotypes. These norms dictate that men […]
August Week 3 – How to Recognize and Manage Trauma Triggers on Social Media
Social media has become a powerful tool, connecting like-minded people across the globe. With news, trends, and creative expression just a click away, it offers an endless stream of information and opportunities to share your voice. However, the fast-paced, unpredictable nature of social media can also feel overwhelming, especially for those living with trauma. A […]
How to Identify and Cope With Your PTSD Triggers
Living with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and it’s triggers can feel like navigating a world filled with invisible landmines. A smell, a sound, or even a passing thought can send your body and mind back into survival mode. These reactions, called triggers, are a natural part of how trauma affects the brain—but they can also […]