Fear and anxiety are normal—and often critical—human emotions. However, they can become unhealthy when we are consumed by them. Also, not all fears and anxieties are real and/or urgent. They may be based in reality but our perception of them is distorted. For example, someone may fear rejection. At its root, this is rational. Like […]
How to Talk to Kids About Sensitive News Topics
As a parent, you want your child or children to be healthy, happy, and safe. You have an internal battle of wanting to shield and protect them from things like monsters, violence, negativity, and sadness. On the other hand, you want to teach them about as many things as you possibly can so they can […]
How to Begin Coping With Financial Stress in the Middle of a Pandemic
2020 brought the world to its knees. It seems like overnight all our lives changed. Covid-19 had a devastating impact on the world of commerce. You would be hard pressed to find an industry that was not affected. Travel stopped, schools and offices moved online, and everything seemed to be harder to find. Many jobs […]
Terminal Illness Diagnosis: How to Cope with the Trauma of Bad News
There are no words to describe the feeling of being diagnosed with a terminal illness. It can seem unfair, uncalled for, and you may struggle to come to terms with the news. You may feel angry or frustrated that this has happened to you. Why me? You may ask yourself. The issue is there is […]
3 Tips for Coping with Depression After Becoming Unemployed
Within our current economic climate, employment loss is on the rise. When you lose your job, you also lose your sense of security, financial stability, and sometimes even your motivation to look for another. You may feel stuck in a rut, unable to move on and progress in life. This, in turn, can lead to […]
4 Tips for Reducing Anxiety When You’re Overwhelmed
At some point during our lives, we are bound to feel anxious. Whether it’s a big event coming up, a work commitment, a presentation, or a transitional change that you’re worried about, anxiety can make us feel a little uncomfortable or uncertain from time to time. When you suffer from an anxiety disorder, your fears […]
Understanding the Impact of PTSD: How Hypervigilance and Trauma Are Linked
PTSD, or post-traumatic stress disorder, is one of the most complicated mental illnesses. PTSD is a disorder that develops when someone has experienced something incredibly distressing or traumatic. This often makes those affected feel fearful long after the traumatic event has happened. This can build into feelings of sadness, anxiety, and depression. Sometimes it can […]
Mindfulness Can Help You Deal with Microaggressions at Work—Here’s How
When you’re part of a marginalized community, you’ll end up having to confront uncomfortable interactions at some point. While your coworkers might not be overtly seeking to cause harm, when you’re treated differently than others, it is still traumatizing and painful. What Are Microaggressions? Microagressions are small, everyday interactions that one party uses to denigrate […]
How to Cope with Fear Caused by Threats Against Roe v. Wade
Recently, news was leaked that the Supreme Court may consider overturning Roe v. Wade. This ruling is well-known for protecting a woman’s right to an abortion. It is also well-known for being hotly debated among conservative groups. Following the leak, more news has come along that some states are already planning some alarming stipulations on […]
Yes, You Can Get Good Grades and Still Have ADHD–Why ADHD Myths Are Harmful
When people hear ADHD (especially those were around in the 80s and 90s during the Ritalin hubbub), they may immediately think of a few things: being too antsy to sit still, difficulties paying attention, and struggling in school. While those aspects may be true for some people with ADHD, it’s not the case for everyone. […]