Mental Health

Once you realize you are involved in an unhealthy, toxic relationship - whether it be with a family member, a friend or a lover, you should take action to detach yourself from the situation.

A negative outlook or attitude on life can cause many unnecessary problems and stress in your life. Here are a few tips to help maintain a positive outlook or attitude, and make life a little easier.

Are you looking for a unique and effective way for reducing, and possibly, eliminating stress and anxiety from your life? Well, look no further. After reading this straightforward and...

As the Eastern philosopher Osho states, loneliness is not the same as simply being alone. Time Magazine writer Alice Park states, it's completely possible to feel alone even in the midst of a...

When someone sustains a major loss in their life, such as a diagnosis of a chronic illness, they deal with the initial loss plus the continuing change in their life due to the condition. Block...

Everyone needs to relax sometimes!

The five S's stand for a list of Japanese words: "Seiri"(sorting), "Seiton"(set in order), "Seiso"(shining), "Seiketsu"(standardizing), and...

Homeopathy is a type of alternative medicine that uses diluted natural remedies to neutralize disorders such as general and situational anxiety. The law of similars, or "like cures like," states...

The word "inspire" literally means to "breathe (life) into" something or someone; to "enliven." Some people seem to be naturally full of vibrancy and that people find...

A positive mental attitude can be a powerful force to enable you to improve your life. Taking a positive approach to life gives a person increased energy and confidence to accomplish tasks and...

Grief is like an emotional injury. It hurts us at the very core of our being. The loss of a loved one can be as painful and devastating as any physical injury that a human being can sustain. But...

To those who are reading this article, it may seem that it has been too long since we have had not only "fun," but even enjoyment! The term "fun" conjures up images of roller...

At some point in our lives, no matter what our station, we need to take stock of ourselves, and if necessary, make an attitude adjustment that will point us in a positive direction. We need to...

I am a poetess and political diva. My heart is always searching for inspiration, my mind for stimulation... I love life. I chose this picture to go along with my article, because when I look at...

When there's a sudden death of a loved one - not only don't you get to say goodbye - or hug them one last time, but you don't get answers that you so desperately will need and want. This article...

When you wake each day you are very open to any suggestion that may occur to you. This suggestion may shape your day and more. It might be a thought that you have or something that you say. It may...

Being happy in the 21st Century is not easy for sure; with the current recession, mounting financial problems, world poverty afflictions, medical miseries, environmental catastrophes, and just...

GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid) is an amino acid naturally produced in the brain that acts as a neurotransmitter in suppressing nerve impulses related to anxiety.

If you are one of thousands or millions of people who have suffered a catastrophic event such as a divorce, death or layoff close to the Holidays, it's important to stay grounded and stay...

Many of us have huge goals. For example, winning an Olympic gold medal, publishing a best selling novel, or generating enough income online for you to quit your day job would qualify. Whatever...

The Holiday Seasons can be a real downer for several people. There are a variety of reasons and several theories regarding the holiday blues. For some it's stress, for others its loneliness, and...

If you're sick of sitting on the sidelines and watching the world pass you by, if you're tired of feeling like today is a waste and tomorrow is hopeless, if you are fed up with feeling as though...

If you are Jewish, you are probably very familiar with the Hebrew word, "selah". If you are Christian, you have surely come across this word repeatedly in the book of Psalms. Because...

Learn "How to change your life" Today! In this Article you will learn the principles that has helped thousands to change their life, Increase your Emotional IQ and create the success you...

Personality refers to the thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that we exhibit over a long period of time. Personality is not only who we are but determines how we see the world around us. When a...

Time . . . what a precious asset. To some people, it's the most valuable commodity of all. And yet we never seem to have enough of it. Our days are filled with work, family responsibilities,...

Alzheimer's disease is a mental Illness causing dementia. The condition can last more than 10 years. It develops gradually and can cause a slow decline in the individual's cognitive abilities....

Let it go! Move on! These are words we hear and use to get over a bad experience, a break-up, divorce, to forgive someone..... Truth is: certain things that happen are hard to forget and we need a...

It takes approximately 6 times to make a habit and more than 21 times to stop! Don't ever just say you will try "something" negative; it may become a habit! Some people have compulsive...

There are a lot of different types of depression, some more debilitating than others, and this list is not an attempt to minimize the seriousness of the condition or to negate the importance of...

Do you have a dream that you just can’t seem to get around to, and you don’t know why? I think we all do. I believe that we never do these dreams because we all have a little voice in our head...

We can be our own worst critic. Did you know that consistent negative messages, that verbal dialogue you have with yourself each minute, can be harmful to year health too? Pledge the oath today:...

Being sad once in a while is just a part of life. When a loved-one leaves for abroad, we feel a tinge of loneliness, despite the fact that we can easily communicate with them. This is also true...

We are born with the "Fight" or "Flight" syndrome. It is a natural survival mechanism AND completely adaptable. Think about something like "Bungee Jumping" or...

Is the antidepressant medication working? Is the therapy helping? Since you started taking medication are you feeling less depressed? A Subjective Units of Distress Scale (SUDS) will help you...

A little anxiety can help us perform better. If your feelings of anxiety are getting in the way of doing what you need to do, you are feeling too much anxiety. Here's how to bring it under control.

"It's going to be okay, don't worry about it." "Just don't think about it." "Calm down." Yet all of these statements seem to make you angrier at the dummies who don't...

According to Schizophrenia.com, schizophrenia is a serious disorder of the mind and brain, but it is considered to be a highly treatable condition. Issues involved in Schizophrenia range from...

The mood with which you start the day, can greatly effect the mood of the rest of your day. Therefore creating a positive morning routine, is a wonderful way to take control of your day.

Life can be overwhelming. Somewhere along the way, we can lose our joy and we're so busy it could be years before we even notice it is gone! Inevitably, we realize that we are no longer truly...

I lost both my jobs in May of this year and am still unemployed. If the question is, "Got stress?" I'm afraid I must say yes. But I have learned some very easy and accessible techniques...

Many people think of atonement in a religious sense, and it can certainly be in that context. However, we will be discussing atonement in another sense, that of a feeling of guilt, remorse or...

Forgiving yourself for things you've done in the past is nothing like forgiving someone else. It is a constant struggle. When you forgive someone else, more than likely, you have been able to...

We ask for it. We talk about it. We want it. We work for it. We a plan for it. So how do we know when we have it! So what is it? Use this 5-A plan for IT- happiness.

Everyone has heard the advice, "Stop and smell the roses," but most of us never do because no one has shown us how. Every week, we see a new self-help bestseller telling us to "live...

Asperger's Syndrome is a growing issue, and the chances are increasing that you will be rubbing shoulders with a declared "aspie," whether among your extended family or friends. ...

You are going to learn how to get "unstuck" in your overeating habits, how to create a new self-concept, and how to let go of unhealthy thinking.

Most Americans will experience some degree of anxiety in their lifetime; however, for some anxiety will take form of panic attacks. Such attacks at night can prevent sleep, thus affecting their...

Trying to be perfect is overwhelming to many people these days. It is reducing the quality and the years of life for thousands of people if not literally killing them with stress. We need to do a...

While trying to help someone going through trauma, there are human costs, associated with "compassion" or "indirect trauma" fatigue. "Compassion" or "indirect...