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Depression is a word that can be hard to say, even for those who are familiar with the experience. Although there shouldn’t be, most of us understand at some level that there remains a stigma surrounding depression and other mental health experiences. Although awareness and acceptance of these things are on the rise, what many people still often lack are the tools to properly support and create a loving space for their friends and family…

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…