“The shadow is needed now more than ever. We heal the world when we heal ourselves, and hope shines brightest when it illuminates the dark.” — Sasha Graham We all have traits that we’re proud of, and traits that we don’t feel so confident about. Some of these traits may…

Perfectionism isa vicious form of self-abuse. Unfortunately, this thought process is usually born through trauma, a parent who put too many expectations on you, or was never able to be pleased. To know if you are a perfectionist is as easy as suspecting it sometimes. We are smart animals, and…

A short thought on loving yourself: This is obviously cliché, but incredibly important. We are often our own biggest critics, and we may even think that because we are so critical of ourselves, other people will be equally critical of us. However, this is not usually the case. People don’t…

“Everything you ever wanted is on the other side of your comfort zone.” This quote is often used to encourage people to push beyond their comfort zones for great effects. However, when we see examples of confidence, we often only see the end results and not the efforts that led…

If you have had a difficult early life, it’s possible that you have developed some form of anxiety. Anxiety is a common experience and should not define you as a person. …

Unexpected events will undoubtedly arise as you go through life. You’ll make errors, embarrass yourself, and that’s okay. Learn from your mistakes and setbacks, and be grateful for the progress you’re making. If you’re feeling particularly overwhelmed or frustrated, a useful exercise is to ask yourself, “Are my thoughts helpful…

We all have unique quirks and behaviors that make us who we are. However, some of our behaviors may not be a choice, but rather an unconscious trigger that is set off. These triggers are often the result of past trauma. For example, if someone experiences anxiety when a friend…

It may take time and, ultimately, you may not be the exact same person you were before the experience. However, treatment and self-help strategies can help you process your experience, develop new coping skills, and find ways to move past the trauma. — VeryWellMind. This is easier said than done…

From a neuroscience perspective, our brain’s pathways are responsible for our behavior and patterns of behavior. Therefore, set small goals, achieve them and celebrate them. This creates pathways, possibly new, resulting in behavior. This is due to the dopamine released in your brain when celebrating your achievement. The best part…