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Challenging Trends: The True Meaning of Self-Care and How to Achieve It
Self-care is a lifestyle, not a hashtag! Make it a daily habit to prioritize your well-being with these simple strategies. On a random day, self-care just exploded on social media! Want to hear something interesting? The concept of self-care isn’t just a trendy...
Treasure Chest Unlocked: Strengthening Confidence and Assertiveness in Young Professionals
On Youth Skills Day, discover the challenges in your journey towards adulthood, and explore these simple strategies to overcome them. Isn't it ironic that research suggests our frontal brain, the control center for decision-making and confidence, fully develops at the...
Flawed and Fabulous: Breaking Free from Perfectionism
So what if I still can’t parallel park? Learn how to navigate perfectionism through these simple strategies. Ever been too anxious to start a challenging project? Do you find yourself constantly checking in on others' work, convinced it won't be good enough...
Stepping into Their Shoes: Cultivating Empathy for Deeper Connection
Bridge the emotional gap between you and your loved ones by nurturing empathy and perspective-taking. Ever wondered why we might watch a gut-wrenching movie scene with zero emotions and a poker face? On the other hand, we’ll watch something else, maybe a dog...
This or That: Conquer Stress with Easy, Everyday Choices
Feeling stressed out? You’re not alone. Tag along as we discover simple strategies for stress management. “I’m so stressed, I feel it in my bones.” Lately, this is the anthem of our fast-paced world. The word "stress" has become so ubiquitous that many of us,...
Confessions of a Confused Parent: Exploring the Impact of Different Parenting Styles
Pop Quiz, Anyone? Guess it's not just our kids who have to experience the dread of pop quizzes. Don’t worry, though! Without any judgment or pressure, there’s no right or wrong answer here– just mere curiosity and an opportunity for light-hearted...
Beyond the Stars: Your Guide To Understanding Schizophrenia
On World Schizophrenia Day, let’s step into a new world of science, knowledge and awareness in an attempt to understand the diagnosis and its symptoms. In highschool, Cecilia McGough co-discovered a pulsar object– a new star system. She had her findings published at...
Liberation At Last: Discovering The Art of Forgiveness and Genuine Apologies
“Sorry’s not gonna cut it.” Explore the true definition and complexities of forgiveness and apologies. Let’s assume someone just bumped into you. “Oh, excuse me,” they say. “It’s alright,” your response would likely be. Now, let’s consider that this...
Hand-in-Hand Towards Healing: Supporting Loved Ones Through Trauma
Build compassionate connections by understanding the definition of trauma, learning its effects and delving into the strategies needed to support loved ones through their healing. “Oh my god, and when I told her to leave, she dumped her coffee all over me! I was so...
Reclaim Your Energy: Exploring the 7 Types of Rest and Their Psychological Benefits
This Labor Day, break out from your burnout and rejuvenate yourself through these different types of rest! Emerging into adulthood is a beautiful journey- full of independence, exploration and… fatigue? That’s right, it’s the seemingly never-ending...
Recognize Your Worth: Simple Steps to Boost Your Self-Esteem
Silence your inner critic. Explore the factors behind negative self-talk and discover simple strategies to elevate your self-esteem. Here’s an exercise, one that requires courage and honesty, allowing you to lay your cards open and confront your emotions and thoughts...
Tiny Bodies, Big Feelings: How to Emotionally Support Young Minds
From tantrums to hugs, explore effective strategies to build a safe space for your children and guide them through their emotional processing. As we step into our children’s magical worlds, where laughter echoes and curiosity reigns, we act as our children’s...