Despite the growing acceptance and acknowledgement of human mental health issues, many people still attach a stigma to seeking therapy. Misunderstandings about therapy often contribute to this stigma and may also lead people to avoid therapy. This, in turn, may negatively impact their mental health and wellbeing. Since seeking professional help is critical to resolve […]
Anxiety and stress have become too common. Many of us are constantly juggling multiple responsibilities and priorities, which can leave us feeling overwhelmed and anxious. Added distraction from too much technological stimuli and too much information and data coming at us adds another layer of distress. Fortunately, there are effective ways to overcome stress and […]
Whenever we embark on a journey to be with loved ones, we look forward to creating cherished memories and sharing a festive meal or two. However, travel stress can take a lot of the fun out of our long-awaited trips, especially over holidays or long weekends. From crowded airports to congested highways, unexpected delays to […]
Anxiety is a common human experience that arises in response to stress or uncertain situations. While mild anxiety is normal, it becomes a cause for concern when it starts to interfere with our daily lives and well-being. Knowing when to seek help with anxiety is important for managing and overcoming its potentially overwhelming effects. Today, […]
Anger is a natural emotion that everyone experiences from time to time. However, when anger becomes uncontrollable or starts to negatively impact your personal and professional life, it’s essential to seek help. Anger management coaching can offer strategies and techniques to better understand and manage anger effectively. Learning more about these potential strategies may help […]
Anxiety and anger are two powerful emotions that can significantly impact our mental and physical well-being. Although they appear distinct, they often go hand in hand, and exacerbate each other’s effects. Let’s explore the link between anxiety and anger, how these separate but related emotions manifest, and 5 effective strategies for managing them both. The […]
A panic attack can be a terrifying experience for those who suffer from them. It is important to understand the symptoms associated with panic attacks to help others who experience them or to help manage your own anxiety, if you experience one yourself. It’s most helpful to also know how to stop a panic attack […]
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. The condition is characterized by persistent patterns of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity that can significantly impact daily life. ADHD can impact both children and adults. Today, we will cover symptoms, how to confirm an ADHD diagnosis, as well as recommended […]
When you need to talk to someone because life issues are overwhelming, you may consider therapy. In traditional therapy, you go in for a session and your therapist talks with you for a certain period. This type of traditional counseling works very well, and it is quite effective. However, on-line therapy is now available almost anywhere. And […]
We humans have always had the capacity for worry; however, it seems we’ve entered a stage of our evolution where anxiety, stress, worry, rumination and overthinking of all kinds is much more prevalent among us. In fact, these patterns of intrusive thought are estimated to impact over 6 million Americans, and many others at least […]
Many of us suffer from chronic anxiety. Those challenged by this condition find themselves in a resting state of high alert. Pretty much always on edge, “waiting for the other shoe to drop,” we jump higher than most at sudden noises. And we spend much of our time worrying or in a state of rumination. It’s […]
Feeling overwhelmed? Some definitions include: “completely submerged”; “feeling frozen, lost, or paralyzed”; or my favorite: “simultaneously exhausted and dejected”. Ouch. Sound familiar? The synonyms to ‘overwhelmed’ probably resonate with most of us, too: feeling beaten, crushed, devastated, disheartened, or humbled. There’s not a perfect word to describe this condition, so let’s just call it having […]
Science has proven that the species most adaptable to change is the one most likely to survive. Being adaptable is also a precious skill for us as people. Because how likely we are to thrive is often directly related to how well we handle the changes that life brings our way. Not what those changes […]
“Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words can never hurt me.” Are you old enough to remember hearing this chant as a child? Oh, how wrong we were. The power of words is intense. And verbal abuse is so common, we may even not realize when it is happening to us, or someone […]
It’s so challenging to know one another, for real. To feel comfortable being our true authentic selves. Our closest friends and family are often clueless about the invisible battles we are fighting, alone. And we are equally unaware of the challenges they may be facing, too. Something that happened recently brought this home to me. […]
