When you’re dealing with depression, it’s easy to feel like you’re completely alone. Depression impacts everyone differently. While there are some common signs and symptoms, that doesn’t mean it is a “cookie-cutter” illness. So, it can be hard for friends and... 
Kintsugi is the Japenese art of repairing broken pottery with a lacquer that includes gold dust (read more here). It is a beautiful symbol of a philosophy that honors the crack as an important part of the history of the object and not something to repair and hide from... 
Do you care too much about other’s opinion of you? Everyone wants to feel accepted. It is human nature to want to be loved, cared for, and even liked within your group of friends. In this world of social media, the desire to feel that acceptance has grown even... 
Dealing with self-esteem issues can be difficult. It can lead to a lack of confidence, hinder your relationships or career, and can even lead to other mental health issues like depression or anxiety. Self-esteem doesn’t mean you ignore your rough edges or think... 
No matter the trials or times of darkness we endure, turning to God and His counsel can help us to find peace, comfort, and reassurance. That’s especially true if you’re dealing with anxiety. Anxiety can be crippling and debilitating at times. Feelings of fear,... 
Perfectionism might sound like a positive trait on paper. After all, there’s nothing wrong with wanting to do or be your best, right? Unfortunately, true perfectionism goes far beyond that. You know that executing anything perfectly all of the time is simply... 
There is no question that the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted nearly everyone across the world. Many people lost their jobs. Most people have been under some type of lockdown or stay-at-home order. You may even know someone who contracted the virus. Needless to... 
The idea of self-care kit has become more familiar and appreciated in recent years. You can’t pour from an empty cup. And in the age of COVID-19, political protests, and social distancing, your cup likely needs to be refilled quite often and quite deeply. So, whether... 
Are there people in your life who consistently seem to cross boundaries and steal your joy? It’s not an easy thing to think about, especially if you care about those people. Unfortunately, toxic friendships, coworker relationships, and even family relationships... 
Relying only on willpower can often feel like a losing game. We beat ourselves up when our motivation fails, which makes it even harder to get back on track. When you think of willpower, the first thing that probably comes to mind is dieting or fitness. People joke... 
Do you find yourself reaching for your phone multiple times a day? Are you spending hours scrolling through social media without even realizing it? Unfortunately, this is the norm for many of us. We live in a social media culture. Approval in the form of “likes”... 
Fearful thoughts can often turn into obsessive thoughts, and the more you obsess about something, the worse it seems to become. Unfortunately, trying to STOP thinking about things obsessively can often make things worse. You might find it difficult to manage... 