So many of us strive for perfection in our lives. We aim for the perfect job, family, body, house, you name it. In aiming for perfection, we think that we will be happier and more liked by others. However, in the pursuit of perfection, we often add a great deal of anxiety and pressure to our already stressful lives. In learning to accept ourselves as imperfect, yet still worthy, lovable, and valuable, we can take some of the pressure off of ourselves and enjoy more of where we are in life.
Read MoreMany of us are people pleasers. From our relationships with friends and family to our work achievements, we want to go above and beyond in all aspects of our lives. This is commonly viewed as a positive quality, and one that we may feel a great deal of pride about. However, in focusing so much on others and what we can accomplish, it can become easy to forget about our own needs in the process. Keep reading to learn more about boundaries and why they are so important to have in place.
Read MoreSelf-care is crucial for all of us in order to keep up with our mental health. However, being home can make self-care seem difficult, especially when our normal self-care activities, such as going to the gym or having a spa day, are not an option. Here are some ways to help keep up with self-care practices during times of social distancing.
Read MoreWorldwide, the COVID-19 pandemic has led to significant changes in people’s lives. Moreover, this pandemic has also led to widespread anxiety and stress among countless individuals. During this time of uncertainty, how can you stay grounded and manage the stress and anxiety that accompanies this pandemic?
Read MoreAt some point, most of us have found ourselves spiraled down into a pit of stress, wondering how we got there in the first place. And at this point, most of us have asked ourselves, “What’s the point of stress? Why am I even stressing out? What’s the point!?” While stress can be very unpleasant at times, it actually serves a major purpose in our lives, and is one factor that has helped humans survive throughout the centuries.
Read MoreStress: we all know what it feels like. In fact, most of us experience stress throughout our daily lives. When we think of stress, most of us consider it to be a bad thing. I mean, who wants to be stressed? However, there are two primary types of stress, one negative and often damaging, and the other is actually beneficial! Keep reading to learn more.
Read MoreAs the days grow longer and the sun returns from its long hibernation, many of us start to feel the itch to get going. Here are 4 things you need to try to practice self-care this spring!
Read MoreOur society sends us conflicting messages about whether loving ourselves is something that is good or something that is selfish. Keep reading to learn about what self-love really means and what effect it can have in our lives.
Read MoreWhen we think of the benefits of exercise, most of us probably think about getting into better shape, or maybe things like having a healthier heart and being able to move around easier. However, the benefit of exercise extends far beyond just physical health benefits.
Read MoreMost of us know that there is a genetic component to whether or not we develop dementia. But is there anything that we can do to decrease our likelihood of getting it?
Read MoreYou have your new sneakers, your workout outfit, the perfect water bottle to take with you. The one thing you don’t have--time. Keep reading to learn five tips and tricks for finding ways to fit exercise into your already jam-packed schedule.
Read MoreMindfulness has recently become a “buzzword”, but what is it and does it have any actual benefits?
Read MoreWe hear a lot about self-care, but how many of us actually take the time to do something for ourselves? For most of us, self-care is more of an occasional treat than a regular practice. But shouldn’t taking care of our mind be as routine as taking care of our bodies?
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