If, when someone tells you to “relax your shoulders… unclench your jaw…” And then, your shoulders drop two inches, your jaw softens, and you think wow, I had no idea I was this tense, you’re not alone. Stress is a chameleon. It takes on all sorts of shapes, squeezes...
Your heart rate increases as you make your way over to your phone. Having sent the text an hour ago, you have checked it at least 10 times since. After you hit the home button you see…nothing. No text, just the time. A big glaring reminder that over an hour has passed...
“I’m dying!” Your heart’s pounding, you’ve started to hyperventilate – gasping for air. You’re rushed to the emergency room. There, they diagnose it as a panic attack. If this has happened to you, you’re not alone. Around 15% of ER visits are due to panic attacks. If...
Consider the state of the world at the moment. We’re still in the throes of a global pandemic. Many countries are experiencing political unrest, emotionally charged elections, and humanitarian crises. Our climate is changing, disrupting established seasonal patterns...
Mental health disorders, or mental illnesses, are as varied as physical health disorders. They can range from depression and anxiety to bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. Mental disorders affect your mood, your thoughts, and your behaviors. They can be minor and easy...
What is Mindfulness? These days, a lot of people are talking about mindfulness. But what exactly does this mean? Put simply, mindfulness is the state of being in the present moment. It is a practice of intentionally bringing all of your awareness into the here and...
