Whilst we all need to put ourselves first from time to time, there’s a fine line between a little self-care and just being plain selfish. But for some people, that line may as well not exist. It’s all about them because their problems are bigger than yours. Their highs are higher than yours. And their … Read more
Curious about how compatible you are with your partner? Aside from trust, respect, and communication, most experts agree that compatibility is a big factor in achieving a healthy relationship. When you are compatible with the person you are with, you feel so much happier and content. But how do you measure compatibility? What are the … Read more
Many of us face normal fears and worries on a day-to-day basis. But when your worries interfere with your everyday life, it could be something more than just normal stress. Furthermore, if you’ve lived through a traumatic event and find yourself struggling to cope, you might be suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD. PTSD … Read more
Managing PTSD is a challenge for millions of people. PTSD can cause severe stress and anxiety and interfere with everyday work, family life, and social relationships. However, positive affirmations for PTSD can help people deal with their symptoms and improve their happiness and enjoyment in life. Why Affirmations for PTSD are Important Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder … Read more
ADHD can significantly impact mood, happiness, and mental health, and the true scope of the effects are underestimated and understudied. For adults dealing with ADHD, positive affirmations for ADHD can help to address many of the problems and impacts of this condition. Why Affirmations for ADHD are Important to Find Success ADHD affects an estimated … Read more
Jealousy and envy are often considered some of the more destructive human feelings. Jealousy often makes us do incredibly harmful things, both to ourselves and to the people around us. When you are jealous of someone you experience a plethora of negative emotions, it brings out the worst aspects of us. We’ve compiled a list … Read more
When I watched my pet frog munching on some mealworms I had diligently placed in their terrarium, I couldn’t help but notice that he looked like he was smiling. Was my frog happy? There are many images of frogs with big grins on their mouths, so I am sure you’ve wondered about that too. Are … Read more
Our relationship with our caregivers is the foundation on which we build all future relationships. How our parents and grandparents respond to our emotional needs dictates how we relate to attachment, emotional security, and rejection. When you grow up in a family environment characterized by abandonment, trauma, or inconsistent parenting, you develop a deep sense … Read more
If you’re feeling, or have ever felt abandoned, these words are for you. Because whilst the pain is an unavoidable journey, you don’t have to face it alone. You don’t have to pretend it’s OK. Or put on that brave face when, in reality, you’re feeling anything but brave. The emotional and even physical agony … Read more
Raise your hand if you feel like you are living your life on autopilot. If you feel caught up in the past or future plans? If you react to present challenges in your life with judgment? I can raise my hand too. But I recently started practicing mindfulness, and I try to live more mindfully … Read more