We’ve all heard the recommendation that we “cope” with the struggles that we have in life. But what does that even mean? There are several ways to cope with a problem or strong emotions, and they can either be healthy or unhealthy. For example, after a long day at work, some people will go to […]
Navigating Guilt
Brené Brown, a shame and vulnerability researcher, once said: “I’m just going to say it: I’m pro-guilt. Guilt is good. Guilt helps us stay on track because it’s about our behavior. It occurs when we compare something we’ve done – or failed to do – with our values.” Although we typically think of the pain […]
Attachment Styles
What’s Your Attachment Style? How would your partner or a friend describe you within your relationships? Maybe you have been described as clingy or a loner. Maybe you see yourself as needy or constantly need reassurance from those who are close to you. No matter how you present in relationships, the way you interact with […]
Eating Disorders Explained
Eating disorders can be challenging to overcome because it is both a mental and physical illness. Eating disorders do not discriminate and can be experienced by anyone from any background. While some may believe eating disorders are only about whether we eat enough, there are many other ways disordered eating can present itself. The following […]
What is a Healthy Relationship and How do I get One?
One of the basic human emotions we experience in life from the time we are born until the day we pass on is love. We see love everywhere, love between a mother and child, siblings, friends, and romantic partners. Although love seems like a simple feeling that is expressed between people, it can become quite […]
What Role can Spirituality Play in my Life?
Spirituality has different meanings to different people. Some view spirituality as a way to connect to a higher power or something greater than themselves. Others view spirituality as a way to identify and fulfill purpose in life or find deeper meaning. No matter how you choose to experience spirituality, regular spiritual practice may be helpful […]
Don’t Let Your Anger Control You!
What does it feel like when you experience anger? Maybe you start to shake, clench your fists, or feel hot. Maybe you feel the need to yell, hit something, or maybe you shut down and get quiet. No matter how you experience anger, it is an emotion that we all experience at some point in […]
What is a Substance Use Disorder?
When we think of substance abuse, we may picture someone who’s a so-called “addict:” life completely ruined, poor health, can’t hold a job, etc. However, this is not always the case. Maybe the person who struggles with alcohol or drug abuse/misuse is your friend, a coworker, or someone you interact with in the community. Oftentimes, […]
Body Image Issues – “Is my body good enough?”
Take a moment and look at yourself in the mirror. What do you notice about yourself? How do you feel when you look at yourself? What thoughts come to your mind as you observe your appearance and how you move? Perhaps while performing this exercise, you viewed yourself with neutrality or even positivity. For many […]
“Man up!”
The Dangers of Toxic Masculinity Toxic masculinity is a term that has been used for several decades and is commonly misunderstood. Oftentimes, people hear the term “toxic masculinity” and immediately assume that the message being conveyed is that “manliness” is bad. Being a man is not a bad thing. The problem is that sometimes, men […]