sadness

Most of us don’t spend much time thinking about loss until it arrives on our doorstep. Grief is one of the most universal experiences we have, and yet it’s still one we rarely feel ready for. We’re left reeling, unsure how to grieve, and often wondering whether or not what…

It’s an inevitable part of any trip: After all the planning and anticipating, adventuring or resting, and everything in between, you eventually have to come back to reality. And when you do, the post-vacation depression can hit hard. Whether getting through the workday feels like a drag or you’re resenting…

The alarm goes off. You silence it without opening your eyes. Fifteen minutes later, it goes off again. The third time, you don’t even reach for it, just let it blare until it stops on its own. Sunlight filters through the curtains, but turning away from it takes less energy…

Imagine this: You wake up, get out of bed, get dressed, make yourself breakfast, and head to work. You go through your daily routine, but something feels off. Activities that once brought you joy no longer spark the same happiness. Everyday chores like washing dishes, laundry, or watering your plants…

When emotions are running high, it can be hard to manage. Feeling easily frustrated may result from stress, loss, hormones, or even genetics. It’s important to remember that, even when they’re overwhelming, emotions are important signals.  Experiencing emotions fully and exploring their source can help you move through those emotions….

While life can be rich with meaning and joy, there are times when it becomes overwhelming and hard to manage. During these difficult moments, it’s important to set up supportive resources and habits. However, it can be difficult to know where to start—or even muster the energy to get out…

Loss and grief can come in many different forms, one of which is the loss of a job. Jobs not only give us financial stability and peace of mind, but also a sense of confidence, purpose, accomplishment, community, and much more. Loss of employment, especially when it’s unexpected, can be…

When we think of grief, often the first thoughts that come to mind are of the emotional waves that come crashing down. Feelings of powerlessness, disbelief—and even shock. These powerful and dysphoric emotions are not just limited to their impact on the mind. In fact, researchers have long known that…

Right now, millions of people are suffering from depression—and some might not even know it. Despite being one of the more well-known mental health conditions, not everyone understands the signs.  You may ask yourself: “Am I depressed? How can I be depressed and not know it?” That question has many…

Death and loss are experiences no one wants, and it’s never easy. It often leaves one different than they were before. Unfortunately, they are also universal experiences—everyone will live through some kind of loss during their life, whether that be due to death, job loss, divorce, or another source. The…

Depression is an extremely prevalent issue around the world. However, despite there being common symptoms, it often looks different to everyone that struggles with it. There are differing types of depression, as well as symptoms, intensity, duration, and more.  Depression is pervasive, and an episode can last anywhere from a…

Many people across the world struggle with suicidal thoughts and feelings every day. However, when those suicidal thoughts result in an intent act, they cross over into suicidality. Suicidality can feel very isolating and makes it seem as though life is only pain and darkness. These feelings are not easy…