Tag ‘Mental health’
“Stand Up” for Mental Health
It’s amazing the things you can discover while wasting time on YouTube. I have discovered a hilarious group of fabulously funny crazy people in British Columbia who do stand up comedy to tell jokes about their crazy lives and experiences. It is both a wonderful way to cope with the stress that comes with having more
Is it just Winter Blues, or is it Depression?
The following guest post is written by Catherine Santos who is writer for CRNA Schools, a resource for students interested in becoming a nurse anesthetist. The body and the mind can be quite tricky and understanding one’s emotions and behavior is not easy as well. When the temperature starts to drop during the winter month, more
Is Anxiety Addictive?
Suffering from anxiety is a serious problem. It can drastically lower your quality of life, make it difficult to focus on everyday tasks, and may cause health problems as the stress of that anxiety takes a toll on your body. It can even lead to other health disorders, like depression. No one wants to experience more
Was I “Born This Way”? Lessons from Glee & Lady Gaga
I’m not a big fan of Lady Gaga’s music, but I must admit that, sometimes, she’s a good role model for teens looking for acceptance. She’s also been a huge supporter of the gay community and worked hard on anti-bullying campaigns which has become a very important mission in my life. I am a total more
Treating Depression without Medication – 8 Tips on How to Beat Depression without Medication
4. Spend time with people who care about you and can help you. It’s often hard to be around people when we feel depressed, but it’s often just what we need. If you want to beat depression without medication, you need human contact, even when you’re at your worst. Find friends and loved ones who more
Getting Healthier in 2011 – November Health Goals
Since writing my October health goal wrap-up yesterday, I’ve been racking my brain trying to decide what my health goals for November should be. I don’t want to cut myself too much slack, but I also don’t want to over-do it. That could easily happen with Thanksgiving coming up…not to mention my 30th birthday. Yeah, more
How to Challenge Negative Thoughts & Depression
I read an amazing article on PsychCentral.com discussing a personification of depression that I found intriguing. The article, entitled “Depression’s Secret Plan for Your Identity” (excellent title, which made me click and read), personified depression in a way I never thought of before, and it really got me thinking. “Depression may try to convince you more
Suicide Prevention Week: The Terry Wise Story
When things seem so bleak and hopeless, there is always a light at the end of it all. In this case, Terry Wise, a suicide attempt survivor, tells her story of loss – loss of her husband, loss of her love for herself, loss of her will to live. But it’s also a message of more
Suicide Prevention Week
Yesterday, I learned that this week is Suicide Prevention Week. Let me begin by stating that if you or a loved on is in crisis, please call 9-1-1, go to the emergency room or call: 1-800-273-TALK (8255) for the Suicide Prevention Lifeline. There’s help available, and there is hope! Life is worth living. Please don’t more
Stages of Grief – Making sense of the emotional upheaval after the death of a loved one
My grandfather died last week. I thought I was ready for it. He was ill for over a decade. He was 91 years old when he passed. When you expect the phone call that tells you he’s passed any day, you don’t expect to really mourn them. At least, I didn’t. I didn’t expect to more
