The holidays are usually a time of year for joy and celebration, but for many it causes added stress, anxiety, or depression. This year is even more challenging – we’re dealing with a global pandemic. As the Covid-19 virus still poses a threat, we’re all being forced to adapt, create…
Does Online Therapy Really Work?
The world is moving more towards online. Shopping, socializing, and now therapy are all done from the comfort and safety of our homes. Some people are already comfortable with it, and the rest of us are being forced to get used to it as a result of the pandemic. Most…
10 Effective Ways to Build Self-Esteem
What is Self-Esteem? We’ve all heard that it’s important to have a healthy self-esteem, but what does that actually mean? Many people think that having a healthy self-esteem means loving everything about yourself, and often conflate it with being conceited or arrogant. Having a healthy self-esteem means loving yourself, which…
How to Reduce Stress During the Pandemic
The coronavirus pandemic affects us all, whether it’s directly or indirectly, so it’s important to figure out ways to reduce stress and prevent us from feeling overwhelmed. Set Realistic Expectations There’s this expectation that you have to still work full time, stay connected to all of your friends and family,…
How Avoiding Confrontation in Relationships Leads to Having Anxiety
Many people take the “try not to stir the pot” approach to relationships. Are you overly concerned about hurting the other person’s feelings? Or worried that if you state what you want it will lead to a fight? Whether it’s a family member, friend, or significant other, if you avoid…