Fear is a beautiful thing. The social story, however, is that it’s something to, well, fear. You see, when fear presents itself, the body goes into a state of panic – the two most significant symptoms are increased heart rate, and shallow breath. Though these responses are physiologically sound, in that they serve the...
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So much is happening now. But you can still tell your story. Your story is important. We are living in uncertain times right now, but this is the time to do what you are passionate about, what you love. Where to start? Sometimes this is the very question that can keep us from moving forward. Just get...
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I first encountered anxiety when I was 12 years old. I remember going to a stress therapist to help me cope with the everyday stress of a preteen boy. I remember being asked to play with certain toys or write letters to friends or to draw my vision of a perfect family, all this...
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Mental health is one of the aspects that play an important role in the well-being of an individual. For years, the mental health conversation has been stigma in different societies. People always shy away from talking about the state of their mental health because they are trying to avoid discrimination and judgment. In this...
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‘Keep Calm and Carry On.’ It’s probably one of the most overused statements in the last decade. We’ve all seen the posters, mugs, gifs, and memes. We still see them. Along with stunning images of rock displays, meditation poses, and Buddhas with the mantras ‘Om,’ ‘Breathe,’ ‘Relax,’ or ‘Chill’ proudly displayed. But if you’re...
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Social media has significantly impacted mental health in both positive and negative ways. On the positive side, social media has allowed people to connect with others, build communities, and access support groups for various mental health issues. Social media platforms also enable individuals to share their experiences and raise awareness of mental health issues,...
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It’s probably safe to say that we’ve all had moments in life where we’ve questioned our capabilities or achievements. Living in a society with enormous pressure to achieve can make it seem unavoidable. For many millennials, however, the associated feelings of doubt, worry, or lack of worth hinders confidence – to the point of...
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According to the World Health Organization, about 1 in 13 people have anxiety and it is only rising further with the increased demands on to-do lists, the millionaire entrepreneurs getting younger and younger increasing the pressure we feel to succeed, and seeing the perfect pictures on Instagram. In this article I’m going to give...
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I am going to start by sharing a little personal experience. I had the most stressful and hectic weeks in my third and final year of undergrad. I made sure that I had planned, kept a list of the due dates, and always kept my to-do lists up to date, still instead of feeling...
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“My Father needs help!” I remember as the man stood alongside his elderly father, and I stood before them, tired, hungry, and exhausted. It had been a long day in the emergency department, and I knew I was getting frustrated. With three other patients to tend to, I was beginning to lose my patience....
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