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Manage Anxiety by Slowing Down
When we become anxious or stressed, our automatic response is to speed up. This is a direct result of the fight-or-flight response with which our nervous system is programmed. In an emergency speeding up makes… Continue reading
5 Tips for Setting and Achieving Your Goals
It is essential to set goals so that you can strategize how you are going to achieve them. These tips will help you do just that. Start With SMART Goals SMART goals are an efficient… Continue reading
Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
Taking care of your mental health, throughout all stages of life, is the most important thing you can do for yourself. Regardless of age, gender or background, suicidal thoughts can affect anyone. When people act… Continue reading
Sense Of Self And Finding Strength
Do you think of yourself as a source of strength? For many people, especially those who often experience anxiety, equating sense of self with strength can be difficult. However, no matter what types of mental and… Continue reading
How To Reduce Your Anxiety During Uncertain Times
Many people are feeling anxious during these uncertain times. This past two years have been full of added stressors, with the pandemic, racial injustices, political tensions, financial hardships, and more. However, one important thing to recognize through… Continue reading
The Toxic Positivity Trap
Have you ever experienced a difficult situation such as losing your job or being injured but were told to “stay positive” by everyone around you? Alternatively, they tell you that if you work hard and… Continue reading
Do I have Social Anxiety? Or Am I An Introvert?
It may seem like social anxiety and introversion are very similar. Social anxiety involves feelings of fear and worry. The fear usually revolves around being judged or embarrassed, or fear of interacting with complete strangers.… Continue reading
3 Tips to Cope With Trauma
What Is Trauma? In order to cope with trauma, its best to know what exactly trauma is. Trauma is the result of an experience that is either physically or psychologically harmful. It can come from any… Continue reading
A Good Apology: The 5 Steps to Make it Effective
The Power Of An Apology: For The Receiver And The Giver The power of an apology can be seen in both the receiver and the giver – it can help a person feel better about… Continue reading
How Dopamine Effects Us
Dopamine effects us in many ways. It is the chemical in the brain that regulates emotion, cognition, and motivation. It also influences how people perceive pain, create memories and learn new skills. While it is… Continue reading