Articles about mental health conditions and how to achieve psychological wellbeing. Tips on how to cope with mental disorders and maintain a balance of the mind, body and spirit to feel healthy and happy.
One of the many ways people are taking care of their mental health and well-being in the modern world is by recognizing the benefits of music. Music has been shown to have positive effects on mood, stress reduction, and relaxation, making it a valuable tool in maintaining soundness of mind. Mental soundness is crucial in an individual’s life as it affects the way…
Salvia Divinorum is a Mexican herb that has been used in shamanic practices among Mazatec Indians of Oaxaca, Mexico, and possibly by other peoples before them, for centuries. But you may well know it as the drug that teen-popstar Miley Cyrus recently smoked and it left her a little giggly? Despite Miley's attempts, the herb has a lot of potential as a medical…
Perfectionism... A negative trait that turns a person into an obsessive neurotic. How pessimistic!! Why not look at the good side? For example, better and more polished work results, greater organization skills and much more. If you come to a dentist, it'll be better if he checks all your teeth for cavities not just treats the aching tooth, right? And the same with…
Biohacking is becoming an increasingly popular buzzword, but this alone will not help you reach your true potential. Instead, it is vital to develop a good understanding of what biohacking actually is and how it can help you. An Introduction to Biohacking Biohacking is the process of using a wide variety of tools, including nootropic supplements and electronics, to improve your brain and…
Social anxiety affects a surprisingly high number of us. Social anxiety “is an anxiety disorder in which a person has an excessive and unreasonable fear of social situations.” Sufferers of social anxiety will feel deeply uncomfortable both physically and mentally at the thought of BBQs, music festivals, outdoor events, even friendships, and relationships. What was really interesting was a study conducted by the…
When you think of drugs and family, your thoughts probably instantly go to teenagers with shady friends and rebellious behaviors. The last thing that comes to mind is a mom with a drug problem. If an expectant mother has a drug problem, it's usually discovered by her doctor quickly during prenatal visits. Hopefully, she'll get help dealing with her addiction for the safety…
We’re all aware of the way emotions such as anger, or sadness, or joy makes us feel. So we assume that these emotions are universal and we all feel the same way, right? But did you know that emotions can also cause physical pain? New research has actually found that scientifically, emotions are consistent in each individual, regardless of other influencers such as…
I will be the first one to admit that at times, I will let a situation overwhelm me and, therefore, steer my response. I did this for a while, and I am not proud of it. Jumping from one mood to the next simply because at times, I could hardly see the bend on the path in front of me. Well, that is…