Why Bipolar Disorder Is So Common in Modern Society

Why Bipolar Disorder Is So Common in Modern Society “A vivid imagination is great possibility but a manic imagination is a curse” -Stanley Victor Bipolar disorder is a mental illness that is characterized by extreme mood shifts. A common symptom is mania which is an extremely elevated mood. It can also include depression episodes. Bipolar […]

7 Signs You’re In a Toxic Relationship

7 Signs You’re In a Toxic Relationship Nothing beats the sense of euphoria that comes with newfound love. The relationship starts with both partners acting all loved, with time and experiences making them grow closer together. On the other hand, hardships may set in. A number of these couples may start to grow tired of […]

7 Tips on How to Protect Child Mental and Emotional Health During a Divorce

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7 Tips on How to Protect Child Mental and Emotional Health During a Divorce Divorce is a very sensitive subject and is often challenging to speak about. This goes for the adults involved and the kids. But on the whole, divorce is most harmful on kids who want nothing more than to have two parents […]

Ending the Cycle of Sleeplessness and Focus

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Ending the Cycle of Sleeplessness and Focus After a long, busy day, do you find yourself lying in bed at night with thoughts of everything you have to do tomorrow running through your head? Those anxious thoughts can make it difficult to quiet your mind and truly relax, and falling asleep suddenly becomes much more […]

The Importance of Talking to Your Kids About Mental Illness

The Importance of Self-Love and Self-Acceptance “No one would feel embarrassed about seeking help for a child if they broke their arm – and we really should be equally ready to support a child coping with emotional difficulties.” –Kate Middleton There are many awkward (yet very important!) topics that every parent needs to talk about […]

The Importance of Self-Love and Self-Acceptance

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The Importance of Self-Love and Self-Acceptance “Growth begins when we start accepting ourselves” -Jean Vanier We usually set standards that are too high for ourselves because the society expects us to be perfect. We tend to forget that everyone has flaws including the people we perceive to be perfect. Self-love and self-acceptance are critical aspects […]

Keys for Managing Stress in a Digital World

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Keys for Managing Stress in a Digital World The rise of technology has led to a fast-paced life where instant gratification is prevalent and it’s easier than ever to engage with friends, family, and even strangers. But while technology has brought many benefits, from facilitating online learning to allowing for remote work opportunities, it’s also […]

How to Cultivate Gratitude in Recovery

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How to Cultivate Gratitude in Recovery “Gratitude turns what we have into enough” -Aesop If you have ever been in the rooms of a recovery fellowship, it is probable that you have heard the term “grateful addict.” For many people, this statement can be confusing and possibly even provoke feelings of anger. How can anyone […]

Coping with Grief

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Coping with Grief When a loved one passes away, it can be a very traumatic experience for the survivors. Depending on the nature of the bereavement, a sudden loss is much more difficult to grapple with than a slow expected demise. Nevertheless, the time it takes to grieve depends on the individual. With the right […]

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