mindfulness

Treating yourself kindly isn’t always easy. Whether you’re beating yourself up for your mistakes, brushing off your accomplishments, or holding the bar way too high, regular self-criticism can leave you wondering: Why am I so hard on myself? Maybe the question even came from a loved one or therapist who…

You probably know what anxiety feels like. The racing thoughts, the tightness in your chest, the way your brain replays worst-case scenarios on a loop. But knowing how to actually deal with it—and understanding the difference between everyday stress and something more clinical—is where things get murky. Below, we break…

You’ve tried the deep breathing. You’ve gone for walks. You’ve journaled until your hand cramped. And you still feel just as anxious, angry, or overwhelmed as before. When the coping skills that used to work suddenly don’t, it’s easy to feel like you’re failing. But you’re not doing it wrong….

Every year, nearly 30 million people in the U.S. experience a major depressive episode. It’s one of the most prevalent mental health conditions, but did you know there are different types? There are eight total, and though they might look similar, they each come with their own distinct causes and…

Do you ever feel like your brain is in 100 different places, your to-do list is never-ending, and you just want to scream into the abyss? We’ve all been there. Everyone feels stressed, anxious, and overwhelmed sometimes—even therapists. While we can’t control everything life throws our way, we can choose…

Therapy is a great tool for self-improvement and gaining personal insight. While your clinician will act as a guide and help provide direction in sessions, there are also ways you as the client can foster growth and make sessions more effective for you. There are many ways to get the…

Anxiety is a natural part of life, but when anxiety goes beyond standard stress or fear, it can have a negative impact on life and relationships. Those with untreated anxiety might withdraw from or get irritable with their friends, and anxious parents might model fears and worries to their children. …

Q: I left my last workplace due to discomfort with a small group of men there. In the process of asking for accommodation in my workspace, I was obligated to file a formal report against my wishes. Everything that happened was subtle, or they couldn’t remember it, or it was…

As cliche as it sounds, life is a roller coaster, with frequent ups and downs. And when we hit the lows of the ride, our self-esteem (among other things) can suffer. For example, when we’re ghosted after a couple of promising first dates; or when we don’t get that callback…

Everyone has a disturbing dream from time to time. However, when these dreams become persistent, they can interfere with one’s everyday life. And when this happens, it could be a sign of nightmare disorder.

Stress is inevitable, and can even occur without your knowledge. It can come from work, home life, or just about anywhere, and the more it builds up, the less you feel like you are in control. That’s why it’s important to establish regular stress management techniques in your routine. Without…

Stress is a very prevalent part of life for many people, and can be a source of discomfort and strain, especially when you don’t know how to deal with it. Unless you have actively tried to establish routines and strategies for relieving stress, it’s likely that you have some lingering…