Facing the holidays with mental illness makes everything so much harder! The holidays are stressful for everyone, but they can be extremely trying for those with mental illness. Not only do we face the regular headaches that the holidays often provide, but we have to stay on top … [Read more...]
The Emotional Effects of Acne in Adults and Teens
Today, I'm going to shine a light on the emotional effects of acne. I mean, we're all well aware of the physical side, right? Blackheads, whiteheads, cystic acne, etc. Not pretty. And I imagine that is fairly universal. I could be wrong, but I don't imagine anyone out there … [Read more...]
PTSD and Motherhood from a Military Veteran
When most people think of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), they probably imagine a man that jumps at his own shadow and is violent when triggered. That's just the reality of how television and movies portray this disease. But PTSD affects a lot of people; people of all … [Read more...]
How to Fall Asleep When Anxiety Keeps You Up at Night
Is there anything worse than being super, can't-even-function tired? What about being super tired but not being able to sleep!? A lot of people are kept up at night by either clinical anxiety or just regular, day-to-day worries. We all have a lot on our plates, right? So, how do … [Read more...]
How Gratitude Helps with Managing Anxiety
Anxiety. It's that knot of tension, that sickening feeling in our stomach. It's irrational and can make us feel crazy. And while a lot of anxiety disorders will require treatment from professionals, there are also some things we can do by ourselves to help improve our … [Read more...]