Anxiety

Stress and anxiety are closely related issues, and both can take a toll on your mental and physical health. But how can you tell when you’re experiencing stress and when you might need to seek… Continue reading

While the end of the school year carries with it the promise of summer, it also heralds a stressful season of looming deadlines and exams. If you or your child suffer from test anxiety, try… Continue reading

Fear. We know the feeling – tight chest, sweaty palms, short breaths and rapid heartbeat. It is an essential part of the animal instinct to survive. It protects us from fighting a predator we can’t… Continue reading

Mindfulness is a technique that combines awareness of mind and body with control of mind and body. It involves being in the moment and accepting the existing state of things without judgment. With a little… Continue reading

Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) is a form of talk therapy that examines both how you think and what you do. It draws on the belief that our thoughts and feelings are connected to our behaviors.… Continue reading

Too often we let our negative thoughts about our bodies allow us to treat ourselves with criticism instead of love. Every person comes with their own unique body type, weight and diverse experiences. However, not… Continue reading

Breathe deeply because it lets your nervous system know that it can chill out. Slowly expose yourself to the things you’re afraid of, so they’re no longer unfamiliar to you. Recognize when you’re succumbing to… Continue reading

It’s common to react to our depressive or anxious feelings with a reactive stance of, "Oh my gosh, I have to do something about this!" Or, "What’s wrong with me!" It’s a bit of a… Continue reading

Answering the Question "Why?" Why would a person want to commit suicide when they have so much to live for? The answer is that many people are in such great pain or in such difficult… Continue reading

Try these helpful tips: Exercise regularly. Even taking a quick stroll can help to clear your head from life stressors. Try to keep a positive attitude/outlook on life. You can handle almost any curveball life… Continue reading