What Does Depression Look Like?
Depression has many faces many symptoms. Some bold and others subtle. If you or someone you know may be dealing with depression, it’s important to recognize and understands the signs. Listed below are a few common signs of depression and how to handle it as a loved one, and as the person experiencing it. Persistent […]
Laughter
Laughing feels great, but did you know that it can actually improve your health? Below listed are a few powerful benefits of laughter. Social benefits Laughter brings people together. We’ve seen that happen time and time again in movies and even in our personal lives. Laughter can strengthen relationships by triggering positive feelings and fostering emotional connection.Laughter is also a […]
Making Affirmations Work for You
Do affirmations really work? Many people ask this is the question. It may seem unrealistic to constantly speak as though something has already happened, but that’s what makes affirmations so great! Positive affirmations encourage us to envision the reality we want for ourselves. It helps to attract our desires in life. When we think and speak positively, […]
4 Things To Never Say During An Argument.
Arguing may not be ideal, but there’s a right way and wrong way to do it. Here are 4 things you should never say during an argument. Instead of “I hate you” try paying attention to your emotions and what’s causing you to feel this way. Why are you angry?The words “I hate you” should […]
Developing Secure Attachments
Last week, we focused on identifying the different attachment styles. Let’s shift our focus today on developing secure attachments in relationships. This will help to build strong, healthier connections. Insecure attachment is a fear-based relationship style- the deep, even unconscious fear of abandonment or unmet needs. An insecure attachment style can come from inconsistent or […]
The 4 Attachment Styles
We all have our individual attachment style. Attachment styles are ways of relating to people in relationships. Some people are very clingy, while some are unattached, while others vacillate between the two with a “push-pull” dynamic. According to the attachment theory, which was first developed by psychologist Mary Ainsworth and psychiatrist John Bowlby in the […]
5 Ways To Keep Your Relationship Exciting &Fresh
A new relationship can feel exciting, but sometimes, as the newness wears off, it can feel boring and stale. You don’t have to stay bored in your relationship forever. Check out these 5 ways to keep your relationship exciting and fresh. 1- Send Text Messages We could all use some encouragement throughout our day or […]
What Does A Healthy Relationship Look Like?
Are you in a healthy relationship? Are you looking for one? Healthy relationships bring out the best in you. A healthy relationship does not mean a “perfect” relationship (that isn’t realistic), but healthy relationships, though not always easy, are tangible. The signs below are behaviors we should strive for in all of our relationships. Check […]
The Amazing Benefits of Dancing
Dance has always been a part of human culture. There are so many forms of dance that you can’t go wrong in doing it! Many of us enjoy dancing (whether in public or private), but did you know of all of the ways it could benefit us? PhysicalDancing improves cardiovascular health. Professional ballroom dancer and […]
Why People Don’t Forgive
Letting go of the pain that someone caused you is not always easy, but it is possible. Many people seek to hurt the person that caused them pain, but that won’t make th Letting go of the pain that someone caused you is not always easy, but it is possible. Many people seek to hurt […]
Classic Signs of A People Pleaser
People pleasing may not sound all that bad. After all, what’s so bad about being nice, right? At first glance, people pleasing may seem harmless, but it’s a very detrimental habit that erodes one’s happiness overtime. Could you or someone you know be a people pleaser? Below are the classic signs. Approval Seeking ⦁ You […]
Panic Attacks vs Anxiety Attacks
Anxiety attacks and panic attacks are often seen as the same thing, but they are two very different things. They are different in how long they last, how they’re triggered, and how they’re treated. It’s important to understand the difference between anxiety attack vs. panic attack so that you can accurately treat them. Anxiety attacks […]
