A decade ago, you would be hard-pressed to find many people who knew anything about meditation, let alone practiced it. But today, meditation has become wildly popular in the United States. Books, Youtube channels, and smartphone apps are dedicated to the study of it, and everyone from college students to senior citizens are reaping some […]
How Focusing on Your Faith Can Help with Depression & Anxiety
It has long been believed that having faith is key to getting through some of life’s greatest challenges. A spiritual practice can often give people the strength and confidence to push through obstacles and make positive changes. But can faith have a positive effect on depression and anxiety? According to new research, it can. Your […]
“Why Am I Sad After Sex?” Postcoital Dysphoria & Other Causes
It may be difficult to face or admit, but it’s a feeling many of us have experienced: sadness after sex. Even if the sex was great and satisfying, the feeling of sadness or depression after sex is more common than you might believe. According to a 2015 study done on Postcoital Dysphoria, 46% of women […]
Maternal Mental Health Awareness
Beginning this week, April 30th – May 6th, is “Maternal Mental Health” Week and we wanted to help support and raise awareness of the challenges that women face in becoming a mother and the significant life adjustment that impacts women and their families. Approximately 1 in 5 women will experience some form of mood disorder […]
The Roots of Shame
Shame is a painful feeling that’s a mix of regret, dishonor, and self-hate…. When you feel shame, you feel like a bad person. Shame can leave us feeling like there is something inherently wrong with us. It can leave us feeling like a failure, worthless, and unlovable. Shame also leads us to believe that we […]