The Dalai Lama said, “Sleep is the best meditation” because the quality of sleep we get at night dictates the quality of life we lead. Sleep is a vital component of our day-to-day routine and a major contributor to our overall well being – physical, mental, and emotional. Sleep helps the body repair and rejuvenate … Continue reading “5 reasons you can’t sleep and tips to help you sleep better”
Postpartum Depression and anxiety are very common and nothing to be scared of; not all birth is the same. Despite what social media, movies or influencers would have you believe, having a baby is exceptionally stressful! No matter how much you’ve looked forward to meeting your new bundle of joy, no matter how many you … Continue reading “How to deal with Postpartum anxiety and depression”
Of all existing psychological and mental health issues, anxiety disorders are the most common. It affects over 30% of all adults in the United States. Anxiety disorders are a broad category that includes many different manifestations of anxiety including GAD (Generalized anxiety disorder), specific phobia, social anxiety, and panic disorder. We have tried to answer … Continue reading “Living & Dealing with Anxiety – most asked questions”
Winters are all about getting cozy, hot coffee and layers of warm clothing. The colors around are so peaceful and calming but for many there lies this gloom. We generally see a hike in seasonal depression at this time of the year. Surprisingly, seasonal affective disorder is estimated to affect 10 million Americans and it is … Continue reading “Dealing with Seasonal Affective Disorder like a Boss”
Have you ever noticed all the things we think about in a single day? We let our minds run wild with thoughts every day without any filter. Today, try to sit down and observe your thoughts. Notice how many of those thoughts are about you, your well-being and your happiness. If the answer is very … Continue reading “8 ways to start focusing on yourself and improve your well-being”
Loneliness is the oldest human condition.
The ‘troubled teen’ is a familiar phrase in modern society. The teenage years represent a bridge between childhood and adolescence; most young individuals struggle with depression at this crucial stage of their life. Depression in teens alters the thoughts and emotions of young adults causing many physical and psychological problems. This period of change marks … Continue reading “Depression in teens: The signs, causes and how to help”
Ho! Ho! Ho! The Christmas season is here. A season with love all around, family, gifts and a lot of laughter. And so is the Christmas Stress. We know it can be exhausting too. Just the anticipation of meeting family after a long time, buying the right gift and the social anxiety of meeting so many people … Continue reading “Dealing with Christmas Stress”
Social perception of a perfect body has been evolving over centuries and yet still these ideas exist, the act of humiliation or shaming of any body that deviates from these definitions also persists. Body shaming is the act of making negative unsolicited comments about a person’s physical appearance, often implying how certain bodies are better … Continue reading “Types of body shaming and 5 tips on how to overcome it”
Falling asleep shouldn’t be this hard. What is the last thing you do before you fall asleep? Or as soon as you wake up? I scroll through my phone. I’ve sometimes fallen asleep still holding it. Even when I’m exhausted, and my body is calling it quits, my brain is yearning for that cat video … Continue reading “A Healthy Bedtime Routine for Tech Addicts”
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