Cats are pretty amazing little creatures, and I’m sure they would agree. There’s something about our feline friends that can instantly elevate our moods…
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Kindness is something that we could all use a little more of, and being kinder to each other doesn’t have to involve an extravagant effort or a ton of time and money. Often, it’s the little things that can really make a difference…
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Domestic violence is a ripple effect circumstance. When victims go unheard and abusers go unhealed, the cycle continues, but when we are truly supported and understood, the cycle breaks…
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A few weeks ago, I went to the gym to zone out on the treadmill. Sometimes I listen to music on my headphones, and sometimes I enjoy the quiet in my brain, but usually, I get distracted by one of the many mounted TVs flashing all kinds of commercials and news.
This time, I happened to catch a glimpse of a news channel covering the upcoming election and noticed my heart rate immediately spiked.
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Just over a year ago, at age 39, I was diagnosed with ADHD.
While I have seen many mental health professionals and medical doctors over the years, no one had ever once mentioned the possibility of me having ADHD. Truthfully the idea had never even occurred to me until the TikTok algorithm started slipping in videos about ADHD between funny animals and social justice stuff.
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Not all grief is the same, and the aftermath of an overdose is a deeply challenging and emotional time. This tragedy becomes a “before and after” moment in your life. The shock, pain, and sense of loss can be overwhelming…
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It’s hard to believe that we are deep into July, with the heat finally hitting maybe as hard as the summertime sadness that can feel like life's been a fast-moving dumpster fire…
Prioritizing ourselves can sometimes feel like the biggest chore out there, with our own versions of overflowing plates and being metaphorically maxed out on our spoon distribution. In the constant grind of trying to make it through the day, it can be hard to remember that self-care is actually the least selfish act you can engage in…
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There are several organizations that help create community, promote mental health awareness, and provide direct support. Check out our list of five organizations that can support LGBTQ+ mental health!
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Since I am at the point in my recovery journey where all foods are safe, I am now becoming more interested in how what I eat can affect my mental state. I still won’t tell you to follow a specific diet or live a sad sugarless existence, but I will tell you what I’ve learned so far…