As a society, we have to focus on youth mental health for our own future. “I need help, I have a mental illness‘. That was the shriek from someone on Facebook, I have known for nearly three decades. Her husband had left her along with …
What is Resilience? Resilience is how well people deal with and bounce back from the challenges of life. Resilience is the process of adjusting positively as you face challenges, tragedy, adversity, threats, and major sources of stress like job loss, divorce, financial issues, health problems, …
Two years after graduating from high school, one of my closest friends committed suicide. I had never dealt with it. I got caught up in university, climbing the corporate ladder and on the performance treadmill. On my 10th wedding anniversary, as I am having a …
Gratitude is an antidote to negative emotions, a neutralizer of envy, hostility, worry, and irritation. It is savoring; it is not taking things for granted; it is present-oriented – Sonja Lyubomirsky Prologue On a cold day in January 2016, I am flying to London, UK, …
Paula Novella is a blogger based out of Melbourne, Australia. We catch up and talk about honesty, integrity and what her blog is all about. Paula, please share a little about yourself? I am a 52-year-old who has been focussed on living a healthy lifestyle …
Audrey, I have a deep respect for those in any of the forces. A pleasure to be interviewing the wife of an officer posted abroad. Tell me something important about you? Hello, my name is Audrey Hasslocher. I am living overseas with my U.S. Army …
Self-care for women involves taking intentional actions to prioritize and maintain their physical, emotional, and mental well-being. It’s important to note that self-care is a personal and individualized concept, and what works for one person may not necessarily work for another. Regular Exercise: Engage in …
Few events in life can be as profound and challenging as a divorce. It is one of the most painful and emotional experiences. You get angry, lonely, anxious, bitter, and desperate. Your identity is at stake and it can shake the very foundation of your …
Quotes on suicide Suicide is a permanent solution to a temporary problem – Phil Donahue You’ll seldom experience regret for anything that you’ve done. It is what you haven’t done that will torment you. The message, therefore, is clear. Do it! Develop an appreciation for …