Ah, sleep. That tiny little window we get each night to rest and recharge. Only, not all of us get to experience that window as restfully as we’d like to. Some of us dread tucking into bed at night because we know what’s coming: a tossy-turny, stressful sleep inundated with…
Hindsight is 2021–has everyone made that joke already?–and so we offer an illuminating review of your favorite Thriveworks content of the past year. Our readers grappled with some dark feelings in 2021, but they also searched for ways to be kinder to themselves. The Thriveworks blog has covered everything from…
The holidays are supposed to be the most joyous time of the year, but it’s common for others to feel sluggish, unhappy, or even depressed over the Christmas season. The expectation of being happy during this time also plays into the fear and loneliness that come with the holiday blues….
Red flags in romantic relationships are a popular subject—but what about our friendships? Friendship red flags are real and can be an indication that your friendship is toxic or at least needs some work. If you spot manipulative or controlling behavior in your friendships, it’s important that you set boundaries….
I’m about to put myself out of a job. Okay, I may be exaggerating a bit, but I do think the following idea could decrease a lot of arguments and lead to better relationships. Introducing: The Internal Emotion Thermometer Let’s first think about the concept of having an internal emotion…
Black Friday and Cyber Monday loom as some of the biggest retail holidays of the year. As with last year, most shoppers will be purchasing items online. For those with online shopping addictions or who struggle to control their spending habits, the holidays can be a difficult time to resist…
I was talking to my sister the other day (I grew up an only child, but luckily got step-sisters when I was older). We haven’t seen each other in a while and were catching up on life. During our conversation, she said something that caught my attention: “You know how…
Alternative sports, including swimming, martial arts, and archery, have the potential to help adults with ADHD better manage their symptoms While some of the best sports for ADHD symptoms may seem unconventional, the nature of these immersive activities offers a unique way to cope with a potentially challenging mental health…
Infertility is often experienced as a crisis, and women tend to carry more of its physical and emotional burden. Some coping strategies are more compatible with fertility treatment and infertility depression than others. Though psychologists usually discourage avoidant and escapist strategies, active distraction can reduce stress. More people benefit from…
You can still have date night when your partner suffers from depression or anxiety–just change your expectations. Meet your partner where they are by taking their symptoms into account. You can take a walk, cook a meal at home, or engage your senses with music. With this guide to romancing…
MMHAM offers a special opportunity this July for people of all backgrounds to evaluate their cultural identity and take stock of their mental health. Race and mental illness are touchy subjects for most of us, and if you’re multi-racial, Black, or Asian American, racial identity can feel like a burden….
Many of us take care of our physical health without thinking twice about it: We eat and we exercise; we stretch and relax; we moisturize dry skin and apply sunscreen; and we consult a doctor when we feel physically ill or hurt. But when it comes to our mental and…