With the current heatwave going on, I thought it would be prudent to draw attention to the fact that seasonally-induced and temperature-related psychological difficulties are exceedingly common (recent meta-analyses show that approximately 1 in 20 people meet clinical thresholds for seasonal affective disorders in the UK), and are even more so when living in environments…
It is likely you, the reader, like many people have never put too much thought into the concept of self-soothing.
In most peoples minds, self-soothing is not a not really a thing. It gets lumped in with things like self-pity, or playing oneself a tiny violin. It is often seen as the mark of someone…
Panic attacks can make you feel like you’ve lost control, but with the right tips, you can get back in the driver’s seat.
Unsettled. Scared. Anxious. Physically ill. The way you feel during a panic attack can be frightening and overwhelming.
With everything going on in the world, panic attacks might be new to you or have…
Living with depression can impact your relationships with loved ones and friends. But there are ways to navigate interacting with others while managing your condition.
Living with depression comes with challenges, including overcoming barriers to nourish and maintain meaningful relationships.
According to a 2015 study, couples indicated that depression negatively influenced their romantic relationships in the…
Do you feel lost when it comes to coping with your depression? If the answer is yes, here are some helpful tips you can use in your everyday life.
Living with depression isn’t easy. Feelings of hopelessness and emptiness can cloud your thinking, judgment, and worldview. It can even make you feel like you’re working…
Thinking about the past is natural. But what happens if you just can’t stop? Rumination may be upsetting, but there are ways to stop it.
Memories of the past can connect you with parts of yourself that you’ve left behind. But persistently dwelling on your past, or thinking about events that already happened, may cause…
If you constantly feel undeserving of your job, recognition, or promotion, impostor syndrome is a possibility. But it can be managed.
Have you ever questioned who you are and whether you’re really worthy of success?
Feeling “like a fraud” can be an uncomfortable experience for anyone — especially if you’re good at what you do. Learning why…
Negative self-talk is part of the human experience. Challenging negative thoughts is a practice of cultivating self-awareness. Most people have an ongoing dialogue with themselves — whether internal or vocalized. While research shows that positive self-talk can improve mood, boost productivity, and increase self-respect, negative self-talk can take a toll on emotional well-being, hinder self-confidence, and lead to…
If you question your self-worth, observing why you don’t feel good enough and challenging those reasons may help you discover you’re more than enough.
We’ve all felt “not good enough” at some point in our lives. Maybe you feel like you’ll never pass your exam, attract a good partner, or move up in your company.…