Although trauma has become a bit of a buzzword, it is a very real and life-altering experience that many people are living with, whether they understand it or not. While it lives in the very forefront of some people’s minds, for others, it silently affects the systems of the body while adding unknown weight to the mind. The more we are able to recognize the effects of trauma, the more power we have to make…
Coping mechanisms get a bad reputation sometimes, but did you know that they’re not always a bad thing? It’s natural and necessary to use coping skills to deal with life’s events. The key is to engage healthy coping skills as tools that move you forward instead of backward. As you take notice of the various actions and activities that you might use when coping, there are a few questions you should ask yourself in order…
It’s likely that you’ve heard the term “people pleasing” before but did you know that it closely relates to anxiety? Sometimes people pleasing is a result of anxiety, but the unfortunate truth is that it can also create more anxiety. If you find yourself struggling with repeatedly meeting the needs of others while being at odds with your own self-interest, it might be time to learn more about anxiety and people pleasing. Keep reading to…
The “most wonderful time of the year” isn’t always that way for everyone. If you’re someone who experiences seasonal depression or winter blues, then it can be difficult to resonate with everyone’s cheer. This can lead to feeling guilty about “being a grinch” but it’s important to know that holiday blues are extremely real and your experience is just as valid as those who seem to find the sparkle in the holiday season…
We often hear a lot about the word community but less frequently are we given bite-sized understandings of the real benefits of community. We know it’s important, yet perhaps it would be easier to commit if we understood why it was so important to us specifically. When referring to a community , it’s often framed as “other people” and while it does involve others, it includes the individual too. The healthier we are as…
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