If you are an introvert, it can seem like you are mis-matched for the roles and tasks around you that seem to prefer extroverts. Statistically speaking, about 60% – 80% of Americans would consider themselves to be extroverted people. With stats like that, it can...
We’re living in uncertain times, and thinking too much about an unknown future makes it hard to be in the here and now. Often, people’s anxieties arise because they’re worried about the demands or dangers any potential future might hold. They worry that they will be...
Whether you’ve been with your partner for a few months or a few years, it’s always a good idea to have regular “date nights”. Setting aside that special time for your relationship can boost intimacy and communication. But, your date nights don’t have to follow a...
Have you felt like as a culture we have lost the ability to civilly disagree with each other? Or have you noticed that in your relationships it seems like it is difficult to share different opinions and ideas without conflict? Well, it’s possible to disagree...
When you feel cooped up or you’re home with too many people at once, it can increase the risk of conflict. There is no doubt that the COVID-19 pandemic has changed almost everyone’s lives in some way. At one point, nearly 95% of the country was under some kind...
Trying to manage your depression can often feel like a full-time job. No one wants to experience symptoms like fatigue, low interest and motivation, or even the physical aches and pains that can come with depression. But, you could be making it harder on...
Anxiety is often defined as an irrational fear of something. It comes in many forms and can trigger a variety of symptoms. It impacts people differently, so it’s not always easy for others in your life to fully understand how they can support you or even understand...
Having a chronic illness is difficult and can make you feel very alone. But, worse than that is how unpredictable your symptom flare-ups can be. One day you could feel fine, and the next you could be overcome with sickness and pain. When you have a chronic...
We are living in uncertain times. While this is certainly uncomfortable, it’s normal to feel out of sorts and lack confidence in making decisions about the future. Additionally, it is human nature to do better when we have routines that we can rely on. If our routines...
Some people have absolutely no problem saying “no”. Others feel as though they can’t say it without feeling guilty. While no one wants to disappoint others, it’s important to know when to give yourself a break. Have you ever been in a situation where...
Dealing with chronic pain or the symptoms of illness almost every day can greatly impact your quality of life. The pain itself is difficult enough to deal with, but if you can’t seem to find any relief it can significantly impact your emotional and mental state. ...
Listening is a skill that doesn’t come easily to all of us. But the good news is that it can definitely be learned and practiced, just like any other skill. Perhaps when your friend needs a shoulder to cry on, you have found yourself having trouble listening and...