Generational trauma—those two words might seem heavy, maybe even a little intimidating. But if you've ever felt like you're carrying a weight you can’t quite explain, you’re not alone. Generational trauma is real, and it affects more people than we might think. It’s the emotional baggage passed down from our ancestors, like an heirloom we […]

American philosopher William James once said, “The greatest weapon against stress is our ability to choose one thought over another.” This doesn’t mean avoiding distress or unpleasant emotions in life. In fact, experiencing negative emotions or events is something everyone goes through at one point in time or another. “Distress tolerance” is all about learning […]

We humans are a beautiful blend of different aspects, including physical, spiritual, and emotional, all of which are equally important for our overall wellness.   Most of us tend to focus on the physical aspect of our wellbeing. Probably because that is the part we get to see every day. However, neglecting the other parts can […]

Most of us are now aware that the way we are raised plays a huge role in how we interact with others when we're older. How we process, understand and communicate our emotions is a product of how our parents responded to our needs and requests when we were younger. Depending on the responses we […]

Do you ever notice how when you’re stressed or feeling out of sorts, putting on comfort clothes can help you feel that much better?  Maybe you get home from work, and the first thing you do is throw off those uncomfortable work clothes and throw on sweatpants and a loose top. And it just feels […]

Life poses some awful and almost incomprehensible situations. Sometimes it might feel as though our world has been shattered. At first, we might even feel like we’re in a dark, black hole of emptiness, unable to crawl or climb our way out. Yet, eventually, we do. Humans are some of the most resilient creatures on […]

You may have heard this one before from a colleague or close friend, “Quit worrying for the sake of worrying!” But does this actually make sense? Why do we worry about things in the first place? And what can we do to halt worrying thoughts in their tracks so we can lead the life we […]

Have you ever felt like you’re an imposter? That you’re not quite worthy of your success? Imposter syndrome is a common phenomenon that affects many people in different walks of life. It is characterized by feelings of inadequacy and self-doubt, despite having achieved success. This can lead to anxiety, depression, and a general feeling of […]

Imagine you’re in a quiet room, maybe your bedroom or a cozy corner of your house. You feel calm, your thoughts are clear, and you're ready to take on a new challenge. This is a moment where you, as an introvert, might find your motivation. You see, introverts might find motivation in different ways than […]