Interacting and coping with a passive aggressive person is complicated. Most of the time, her actions are complex, confusing and often used as a way of coping with stress, anxieties, and insecurities. People who are passive aggressive often deny that they are hurt, angry or offended. Yet, they will lash out at you in subtle and puzzling[…]
If you’ve experienced gaslighting, you know it can be very emotionally wounding. Gaslighters manipulate you in such a way that you begin to doubt your own reality, and even your own sanity. They commonly use tactics like telling blatant lies, turning others against you, and attacking you to defend their own bad behavior. It takes time[…]
8 Tips From a Therapist Maybe you’re overthinking this. Does that sound familiar? All of us can overthink at times, and some of us (myself included) are more prone to it than others. Overthinking can take many forms: endlessly deliberating when making a decision (and then questioning the decision), attempting to read[…]
Many of us dealt with bullies growing up. My own experience with bullying started in first grade when the class bully pushed me into a ditch on my walk home. Thankfully, my protective older brother came to the rescue and confronted him. Unfortunately, bullying doesn’t always stop once we become adults. And whether it’s[…]
Plants that boost your mood, keep dust away, and help you breathe easier? It’s true. See which ones offer the most physical and mental benefits. Allergy Relief Researchers found that rooms with plants have less dust and mold than rooms without any foliage. Leaves and other parts of the plants act as natural filters[…]
Learn the difference between the two and how to find a good match. Just about everyone has a vision of his or her ideal life. Maybe you’ve always dreamed of being a successful writer, musician, or corporate executive. But you haven’t made it a reality yet. Then maybe what you need is a coach. Just like[…]
Too Much Mouthwash Love minty fresh breath? If you swig mouthwash throughout the day, you may set yourself up for a sore mouth. That’s because some products have acids that make already-sensitive teeth worse. The solution: Limit rinsing to once or twice a day. If you’re still sensitive, ask your dentist about neutral fluoride rinses[…]
This total body workout targets strength, balance, and stability by focusing on both traditional exercises and unilateral moves, which are often more difficult to complete. Overview Equipment Needed: Exercise ball, medicine ball, resistance band and various weighted dumbbells What to Expect: Warm up with 5-10 minutes of cardio. Then perform the exercises in each superset, alternating each exercise for 3 sets[…]
Does having high triglyceride cause symptoms? Are they the same as cholesterol? And what can you do to lower your levels of this blood fat? What Are They? Triglycerides are a type of fat in your blood. Oil, margarine, butter, and most other fats in your food are triglycerides. Your blood absorbs them after[…]
Being busy feels like a badge of honor to many people. After all, if you have a lot to do you might be important. But, glorifying busyness isnt’ healthy. Being excessively busy can get in the way of you living your best life How the Glorification of Busyness Impacts Our Well-Being How many[…]