When we break up with someone, it can hurt tremendously. We can feel like we can’t go on. We find ourselves wondering why does it hurt so bad? A big part of why break ups are so painful is that childhood wounds come back to surface. We all carry raw wounded parts within us and […]
Summertime brings sunshine, time spent outdoors and more chances to actively have fun. Take the opportunity to make the most of your life, health and happiness this summer with these quick tips: 1.Get outside and enjoy the weather! Studies show that spending half an hour in the sun can significantly boost your mood – don’t […]
“If you want others to be happy, practice compassion. If you want to be happy, practice compassion”-Dalai Lama Self-compassion refers to the ability to love and value yourself. Self-compassion in an important part of self-love, with self love being an important feature of improving self-esteem and mental health. Furthermore, self-compassion offers a coping strategy and […]
Depression is a commonly used term in modern society. The media, celebrities, books, magazines and various other facets of our society use the term depression to signify various degrees of emotional distress and sadness. As parents, teacher’s, caregivers and even friends of teens, it is important to be able to recognize the signs if your […]
They say distance makes the heart grow fonder. True, but distance can also cause some problems in a relationship as well. Long-distance relationships can cause excess stress, conflict and pose unexpected challenges. Whether you are presently in a long distance relationship, are experiencing some time apart from your partner due to travel, or are facing […]
Being assertive can be hard. You are often socialized from a young age to put others first and pretend everything is ok. Or, perhaps you grew up in an environment were people yelled to be heard. If either of these early environments rings true for you, you may be communicating either passively or aggressively. Assertiveness […]