If you happen to struggle with bouts of depression, I understand. I’ve been there. In fact, I spent more than my share of years simmering on depression and I assure you that I tried just about everything to get rid of the heavy feelings.  Sigh. Those who have never struggled with real depression just don’t […]

"I feel so burnt out." The increasing cost of living has undoubtedly taken a huge toll on most of us. Some people are being forced to take on multiple jobs just so they can afford basic human essentials such as housing, medical care and decent food. All while dealing with a lot of uncertainty.  With […]

It’s no secret that there are many people who struggle with depression these days. In fact, millions of men, women, and children struggle with depression for a variety of reasons. Sometimes the depression lasts only a short time, which is more tolerable. Other times, depression lingers on for months or years. Fortunately, there are various […]

Becoming overridden with anxiety and stress can leave you functioning at less than sub-optimal levels. And the worst part? You know you aren’t doing you’re best. But at the same time, you simply can’t. It’s that whole being “stuck between a rock and a hard place” concept—leaving you spinning your wheels and making it seem […]

“I thought I was going to avoid [postpartum depression]. When I gave birth, the doctor told me about postpartum, and I was like, ‘Well, I’m doing good right now, I don’t think that’s going to happen.’ But out of nowhere, the world was heavy on my shoulders.” — Cardi B. Bringing a baby into this […]

Stress is often given a bad rap. And for a good reason: Too much stress can lead to serious health repercussions—mentally and physically. But here’s the thing: It’s actually not all bad.  There’s eustress and distress. So, let’s match these two up against one another. In this article, we’re comparing eustress vs distress. What should […]

I didn’t realize I had a wounded inner child till I was nearing 40 years old. In fact, I thought my childhood had been pretty normal. However, once I started revisiting my past, I realized that I started stuffing my emotions at an early age. Either I didn’t know how to express them or didn’t […]

There's no doubt that affirmations and inspirational quotes have power. They help us overcome our own negative thoughts, keeping us in the moment and motivating us to stick to our goals. Keeping a personal mantra or two in your pocket can increase your ability to concentrate - and who can deny a little assistance in […]

If you’re in a relationship and you feel like you’re going a bit crazy, you could be contending with a variety of issues.  Typically, a healthy relationship won’t make you feel like you are going insane. Sure, you may experience conflict every now and then, but you’re able to work it out without either of […]