Blogs

Social media has given us the opportunity to stay more connected than ever before. This is good for us in many ways, but this constant interconnectedness poses some serious risks to our mental and physical well beings. In excess, social media use can lead to feelings...

“Burnout” is an unofficial term used to describe a state of physical or mental exhaustion brought on by chronic exposure to stress. Feelings of burnout can leave us feeling overwhelmed, emotionally drained, and unmotivated. It is completely normal to experience...

When you are feeling impatient, it can make you feel anxious or uneasy. However, it is important to keep calm in times of impatience because it helps you stay focused on your goals and navigate the situation with your own best intentions in mind. Acting out of...

When you are experiencing conflict with another person such as a coworker, a friend, a family member, or a romantic partner, it can be natural to react in a defensive manner. You may not even realize that you are being defensive. Someone else’s anger can often trigger...

Breakups are one of the hardest parts of being an adult. Romantic relationships can be deep, meaningful, and have an incredible impact on our lives. But when our time with a romantic partner comes to an end, the experience can be profoundly painful for all parties...

Stress is part of daily life, and it’s normal to have to manage your stress levels. It’s simply part of the human condition to be subject to the ebb and flow of the tides of stress as we respond to the ever-changing world around us–not to mention our self-awareness of...

Simply put, “bottling up” your emotions is a common phrase that means suppressing or denying your emotions. Some people experience difficulty coping with strong emotions, which can be overwhelming and lead to suppression. However, while ignoring these strong feelings...

What is Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and How to Stay FocusedSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that you can experience when the days get shorter during the winter, causing you to get less sunlight each day. This is because the amount of...