The bar for the level of stress we should have in our lives is set far too high. Most of us are striving for a “no stress” lifestyle. Here’s the thing: the underlying story of stress…
Facebook communities were asked to share some of their pet peeves about common perceptions regarding social anxiety. Below are just a few things people with social anxiety want others to know. What would you want…
You’ve probably heard of the magic of mindfulness, but what does science have to say about how this type of meditation affects your mind and body? Check out 9 benefits in this infographic based on…
As humans transition from infancy to adulthood, we go through many milestones, including the development of self-awareness and the ability to self-regulate emotions. Caregivers play a central role in the process, and not just through…
Looking for creative, effective, research-based methods to kick anxiety to the curb? Check out this infographic inspired by advice from psychologist, Robert L. Leahy. Leahy says, “We’ve all been there. But the good news is,…
“Self-compassion soothes the mind like a loving friend who’s willing to listen to our difficulties without giving advice, until we can sort out our problems for ourselves.” ~Kristen Neff, Ph.D. After we face challenges and…
We all know body language has a subconscious effect on how others perceive us, but did you know it also affects how we think about ourselves? It turns out that helping your kids feel more…
Some of the best advice I ever received to help relieve my anxiety was to bring my worry to life. Counterintuitive, right? Here’s the thing: most kids know when they feel anxious because things are…
