Stress is a reaction that occurs when someone feels pressured or threatened, and while some amount of stress can energize you and motivate you to complete tasks, too much of it can negatively your mental and physical health. Even if you regularly experience stress, you…
Have you heard about the concept of mindfulness? It involves being aware of the thoughts, feelings, and physical sensations that you’re experiencing at any given time (this is commonly referred to as “present moment awareness”). Practicing mindfulness offers numerous benefits, including: Reduced stress, anxiety,…
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a type of talk therapy that focuses on identifying inaccurate or negative thinking, viewing difficult situations more clearly, and responding to those situations more effectively. CBT can be administered on an individual basis or in a group setting, and in…
How often do you feel focused and calm? Do you often wish to have power of your life experiences. Life can be beyond challenging for most of us. It can throw many things at us to distract our long term focus and make us lose…
Are you struggling to find joy in your everyday life? If so, you’re not alone. No one is responsible for our happiness but us. Many people have a difficult time achieving happiness, and yet it’s critical for our health and well-being—happiness can reduce stress, lessen…
Anxiety is very common—in fact, according to the Anxiety & Depression Association of America (ADAA), anxiety disorders affect 40 million U.S. adults every year. Yet many people don’t have a strong understanding of anxiety and may not realize that it can take many forms. It…