Living With Existential Depression
Existential depression is a deeply challenging experience where individuals grapple with finding meaning in their lives and existence itself. This struggle can lead to a lack of motivation in daily […]
5 Types of Self-Care for Every Area of Your Life
Self-care is essential for maintaining balance and preventing burnout, as no amount of stress-relief activities can compensate if we neglect ourselves. Defined as a “multidimensional, multifaceted process of purposeful engagement […]
Having Trouble Meditating? A Mantra Can Help
The term mantra comes from Sanskrit, where “man” means mind and “tra” signifies tool or vehicle, making mantras a sacred set of phrases that can transport the mind to a meditative state. […]
How to Respond to Psychogenic Fever
Psychogenic fever is a psychosomatic condition where body temperature rises (fever) without any medical cause. Instead, psychological factors like stress, anxiety, or emotional distress are thought to trigger it. This […]
Understanding Stress and Neck Pain
Neck pain and stress are closely interconnected, forming a cycle where one often exacerbates the other. Stress triggers the release of hormones like cortisol, which can lead to muscle tension, […]
How to Cope With Depression and Anxiety at the Same Time
Coping with depression and anxiety simultaneously can feel like being pulled in two conflicting directions, each vying for control. Depression might whisper that you’re too exhausted to move, urging you […]
Can You Have a Delayed Reaction to Grief?
Delayed grief occurs when the emotional response to a loss is postponed, sometimes by months or even years, instead of arising immediately. This can happen for various reasons, such as […]
This Is Your Brain on Exercise
Exercise is not only a path to physical fitness but also a powerful boost for mental health. Regular movement, whether it’s running, lifting weights, or dancing, releases endorphins that elevate […]
Does Conventional Wisdom Hinder Creative Thinking?
Conventional wisdom refers to widely accepted beliefs and ideas, often upheld by the majority and by expert consensus in particular fields. This shared knowledge offers the benefit of helping people […]
8 Ways to Cope With Your Election Anxiety
As election season approaches, it’s normal to feel a wave of anxiety wash over you. The pressure to make informed choices, the fear of potential consequences, and the overwhelming influx […]