· 4 min read
Bonding with your children and loved ones is not only a deeply satisfying thing to do — it’s an important part of human interaction. It allows us to establish secure attachments styles and results in a number of physical and health benefits. However, did you know that these positive changes can occur at a biological […]
· 2 min read
Many people can agree on the importance of keeping family first. In the natural stresses of life, however, it is so easy to forget to keep in contact with the very people who helped create your family – your grandparents and your parents. Having a good relationship and being present in each other’s life can […]
· 5 min read
The term ‘postpartum’ doesn’t always spark feelings of merriment or good tidings, in fact, it sounds downright depressing which is how many women feel soon after childbirth. The lack of support for new parents is a sad situation. Most employers are not required to provide paid parental leave, and the federal Family and Medical Leave […]
· 4 min read
How many times have you experienced failure or rejection, and no matter what you do, you can’t seem to get that negative experience out of your head? Maybe you are rejected by a potential friend, and despite having ten other close friends who love and support you, that person’s rejection makes you feel crummy and […]
· 6 min read
Let’s start with a brief exchange that took place online between two strangers – a griever and a consoler. “My friend just died. I don’t know what to do.” Alright, here goes. I’m old. What that means is that I’ve survived (so far) and a lot of people I’ve known and loved did not. I’ve […]
· 3 min read
We all have an off day every once in a while. Feeling “blue” or “out of it” sucks, but usually by the time we get home to relax, unwind, and hit the hay, we’re starting to feel better. Depression is different from an ordinary bad day feeling. What is Depression? When a person is struggling […]
· 3 min read
Many women silently battle with postpartum depression, and this story should remind us that not every mother’s journey is joyful, happy and bright. Sometimes it gets dark, lonely, scary, miserable and uncertain. In Montgomery, Alabama, lived Allison and Julie – neighbours, and lifelong friends. Allison and Julie were both Army wives, and when Julie moved in […]
· 7 min read
Todd Murfitt hadn’t been expecting to sit 20 minutes at the doctor’s office and be diagnosed with Young Onset Parkinson’s disease. The high school principal at St John the Baptist Primary School in Adelaide, Australia, was 35 when he received the shocking news. He’d suddenly began to notice violent and unusual tremors in his fingers […]
· 10 min read
Medications play a vital role in managing various health conditions, alleviating symptoms, and improving overall well-being. However, it’s important to be aware that even commonly used medications can have side effects – good, bad, and ugly. In this article, we will explore some popular medications and their potential side effects, including positive effects, negative effects, […]
· 6 min read
“How to love yourself” is a popular topic among self-help communities. Self-love is touted to strengthen relationships, improve quality of life, and increase feelings of happiness. However, it’s so much easier said than done. There are many habits and personality traits that hold us back, and they are hard to break. On the journey to […]
· 3 min read
Gaslighting is a form of emotional manipulation that can occur in relationships, causing the victim to doubt their own perceptions, memories, and even sanity. Recognizing the signs of gaslighting is crucial for maintaining healthy relationships and protecting oneself from emotional harm. In this article, we’ll delve into 13 key indicators of gaslighting behavior to help […]
· 4 min read
Music is an analgesic for the mind. Sound therapy has been used for ages to help treat stress, anxiety and improve a person’s physical and emotional wellbeing. While anxiety is a normal emotion to experience in stressful situations, causing increased alertness, fear, and usually a rapid heart rate [1], when it becomes excessive, consuming, and […]
