According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), approximately one in five people will suffer from some form of mental disorder at some point in their lives. Mental illnesses can range from mild depression or anxiety to severe conditions such as bipolar disorder or schizophrenia, and they can have a…

The waves are enormous at first and knock you breathless — Grief. We’re all familiar with it. If you’re not, you’re one of the lucky few. Greif touches every part of our lives near and far. Whether it’s the grief over the death of a loved one, a pet, or a close friend, we all have some experience with it. It’s…

The term self-care has become synonymous with taking time out for yourself. In reality, though, self-care means much more than simply having fun. — Self-care practices are important for everyone, but especially for those who are working long hours or juggling multiple responsibilities. …

Everybody has something they want to improve. Can you improve yourself? Is there any way to improve your daily life? The human potential is unlimited. Usually, a person is better when they think they can do it better and have confidence in themselves. As an advocate and passionate believer in…

Follow one woman’s journey as she tries to recover from adrenal fatigue. — Adrenal fatigue, adrenal insufficiency, limited adrenal function, these are all terms to know. The term adrenal fatigue gets tossed around a lot, but what is it really? Is it a real thing or is it imagined? Unfortunately, there is no one definitive answer to this question. But, I’d like to…

If you have bipolar disorder, you’re likely familiar with all the symptoms that come with it. Just for those that don’t quite know what it is, let’s go through a brief introduction. As a mood disorder that causes intense mood swings, the challenges of this mental health issue are many. …

Behavioral disorders can be very difficult to deal with. If you are the loved one of someone who has a behavioral disorder, then you know how hard it can be to get them the help they need. Substance abuse and behavioral disorders often go hand in hand. This can make…

What are 3 types of trauma that most people experience? They are all extremely stressful events that happen to people depending on their situation, where they are, or what they do. What does this mean for you? It means finding creative ways to cope while dealing with the trauma. Whether…

Are you often hard on yourself? Do you criticize yourself constantly? Do you find fault in your every action? — If so, then we need to talk about self-love and being more compassionate to yourself. It is time to show yourself some forgiveness and love. …