Caring for Your Mental Health During the Holidays

The holiday season is typically associated with joy and celebration, but for some people it’s a period of stressful demands, painful reflection, loneliness, anxiety, and depression. It’s important to take extra steps to look after mental health during this busier time of year. Here are some tips for avoiding the holiday blues and practicing self-care. …

Love Bombing: When Too Much Attention is a Red Flag

Few things in life are as exhilarating as finding someone you’re attracted to and begin to date. The whirlwind of new emotions and sensations can be intoxicating, and it’s easy to get swept up in the fun. But it’s important to remember that not all relationships are healthy, and some people may try to take …

How to start a habit of thankfulness

Hey boo! Thanksgiving was yesterday, we’re all stuffed and probably gain a few extra pounds. Since thanksgiving has passed I figured it would be great to write a blog post about creating a habit of thankfulness. So, instead of complaining, let’s start counting our blessings today! The holidays are a time when many of us …

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Falling in Love with Life – It IS Possible!

We’ve all been there, staring at our life and wondering how we got here. Hating our job, our relationships, or just feeling lost and alone. If you’re not careful, it’s easy to get caught up in the comparison game and convince yourself that everyone else’s life is better than yours. But the truth is, everyone …

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How to Say “No” When You Need To: Setting Boundaries and Preserving Your Energy

Do you ever feel like you’re always saying “yes” when you really want to say “no”? If so, you’re not alone. Many people find it difficult to set boundaries and preserve their energy. This can be a problem, especially if you’re always putting others before yourself. In this blog post, we’ll discuss why it’s important …

How to Recognize and Deal With Gaslighting

Do you know someone who always seems to make you feel like you’re the one who’s crazy? Maybe they always seem to twist the facts so that their version of reality seems like the only logical option. If this sounds familiar, then you may be experiencing gaslighting – a type of manipulation that is often …

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The Truth About Struggle Love: Co-Dependent Relationships

Do you find yourself in a relationship where you feel like you are constantly giving and not getting anything back? Are you always the one who is making compromises while your partner seems to get their way without any effort? If so, then you might be involved in a struggle love relationship. Struggle love is …

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The problem with always putting on a smile

In our culture, we’ve become obsessed with happiness. We’re constantly being told to cheer up, and that it’ll get better. But what if we’re not really happy? What if we’re struggling with something? That’s where toxic positivity comes in. Toxic positivity is the act of pretending to be happy when you’re really not. It’s fake …