Feeling unattractive can be a deeply painful experience, often exacerbated by depression. This feeling of ugliness, however, is more complex than it may seem at first sight. It is influenced by a combination of societal pressures, psychological factors, and personal insecurities. Understanding why you might feel this way can be…
If you are feeling down or anxious and you are unsure why, then it may be your environment that is to blame. Stress from work, family, and money issues can begin to compound over time, and if you don’t make a change, then your mental health could be in jeopardy….
Most people understand that a positive mindset is beneficial and can make them happier throughout life. It can improve your mental well-being, boost your health, and even strengthen your relationships. However, desiring a positive mindset and actually changing negative thought patterns can seem easier said than done. Thankfully, there are…
Conquering the Health Effects of Chronic Stress Through Meditation and Mindfulness A global pandemic. Civil unrest. Inflation. Supply chain crises. The threat of recession. Let’s face it: life is stressful, especially right now, and that chronic stress takes a toll. Indeed, when you’re under prolonged and significant stress, it’s not…
Businesses around the globe are finally starting to value the mental health and well-being of their employees. Initiatives like Mental Health Awareness week and increased spending on wellness campaigns have helped many employees make a positive change in their lives. However, some companies are still a little behind the times….
There has been countless research done over the years regarding how your surroundings can influence your mood and impact your mental health. However, it’s never a bad idea to dig deeper into those ideas to determine how your environment could be affecting your mental well-being. Depending on where you live,…
A Face to Die For? How do you take it if somebody says they want to kill themselves because of their acne? When thinking about the contributing factors to suicide a lay person’s fast list might look like- divorce or break up, financial problems, drug abuse, chronic depression, grief over…
Most people are fully aware of how important it is to take care of their physical health. However, mental health is just as important, and thankfully more people are starting to realize that. Nevertheless, there are still some stigmas surrounding mental health, leaving many to go without the care they…
Chronic stress and anxiety can be completely debilitating. If you’ve lived with a generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) for any amount of time, then you’ll know how day-to-day worries can quickly spiral out of control and leave you feeling panicked and in need of help. If you do suffer from GAD,…
How we look or think we look can play a significant role in our mood and mental well-being. Unfortunately, our society has created false ideas of what bodies should look like, which has led to a massive epidemic of individuals with poor body image. From social media and movies to…