Do you ever feel a sudden surge of fear? Perhaps you feel anxious about an upcoming major exam, or maybe you’re walking alone on a dark street and are apprehensive of what would happen if a stranger sprang from the bushes. Or you simply feel overwhelmed by a laundry list of tasks to complete. Regardless … Read more
Looking for awesome movies about social media? Social media has become a ubiquitous presence in our lives. It has transformed our interactions, heavily influencing the way we communicate, form relationships, shop, receive news, view politics, and do our work. Surely that’s a good thing, right? Social media use has its pros and cons. While it’s … Read more
Have you heard of the term “obsessive love disorder?” When we are attracted to a guy or girl, it is normal to have persistent thoughts about the one we are attracted to. It’s not surprising that we’d want to spend every moment with that person. A healthy relationship actually thrives on these thoughts that help … Read more
Starting therapy for the first time can be a bit scary, especially if you’re not sure what to expect. To help ease your worries and get the most out of counseling, it’s important to set realistic goals for yourself. In this article, we’ll take a look at some easy and achievable examples of therapy goals … Read more
You may be experiencing a great upheaval in your life right now. It may be difficult, but hopefully you’ve overcome the worst of it and are seriously considering staying sober for good. If you’re on your way to recovery from substance disorders or other forms of addiction, focusing on what you truly want in life … Read more
Trying something new requires a lot of willpower and mental fortitude. Have you perhaps felt that lately you’re not up to the task? While you want to persevere, you just keep falling short, or you start but then quit just as quickly. Fortunately, there are ways how to increase willpower and become mentally tough in … Read more
Maintaining good mental health can be difficult, especially during recent times when so many have been isolated at home. Yet, if you struggle with depression, anxiety, and other issues, you’re not alone. If you are looking for a way to effectively set goals to improve your positive mental health, you may consider setting SMART goals. … Read more
Here’s the thing about emotions – they need to be acknowledged. Knowing how we feel and what to do about it enables us to take care of ourselves and other people. Our feelings give us important information, even the negative ones. In this post about how to comfort someone who’s sad, keep in mind that sadness is … Read more
A few months ago, I realized I needed to change something in my life. I cared way too much about the likes on my social media posts and checking my Facebook feed was all I looked forward to. I was even comparing myself and my life more and more to the perfect people and perfect … Read more
Thousands of thoughts go through our minds each day at the conscious and subconscious levels. Most of them come and go as they please without you noticing or causing distress. Things become somewhat problematic when negative intrusive thoughts seep into our consciousness. Practically everyone experiences these thoughts from time to time, but they can get … Read more