High-Functioning Anxiety is a complex and often misunderstood experience. The iceberg metaphor serves as a visual representation of the layers of emotions and pressures that people with HFA typically navigate beneath the surface.
Most of us have heard of the body positivity movement, and while its intentions are good, unconditionally loving one’s body and appearance can seem unrealistic to a lot of people, especially when we consider that 80% of women and 34% of men reported being dissatisfied with their bodies That’s why we want to share a middle ground with you, body neutrality, a place where liking your body isn’t a prerequisite for feeling good about yourself.
Everyone can benefit from therapy in some way, but taking the first steps can feel intimidating! For those who aren’t quite ready to make the leap into therapy, here are 8 questions you’ve always wanted to ask a therapist, answered by our own, Massiel Bradberry, LPC.
Happy Mother’s Day to all the great mothers and maternal figures out there! Although we love a reason to celebrate, we also know that today can bring up hard feelings for so many. Mother’s Day can be a painful reminder for those struggling with loss, infertility, or childhood trauma.
Any way that you feel about Mother’s Day is valid and understandable! If you’re struggling today (whatever that looks like for you), it’s okay! We created a few ways to help you get through the day.
So how can we survive the anxiety from everything going on around us and still care for ourselves? These experiences are normal and valid, but we know how overwhelming and exhausting they can be. We want you to know that we see you! And we’re here for you. So we’re sharing some tips that help us manage and find comfort in the new normal.
Need a break? Experiencing exhaustion, distraction, or stress that seems to last forever? You might be experiencing burnout, but no need to panic! We’ve created a 5 step guide to help you overcome burnout. Read below to find out more about what burnout is, signs and symptoms, and how to get back to focusing on living a better life!
Are you constantly disappointing yourself, no matter how well you do? Although we know life is complicated and sometimes messy, many people still feel an intense drive to be nearly perfect. Although perfectionism isn’t a mental illness, its presence can be damaging and exhausting emotionally. Take the quiz below to see what level of perfectionistic tendencies you have and be mindful that your worth is not defined by your productivity or perfections.
