We all get anxious every now and then, but some people experience social anxiety more severely than others. For example, it’s totally normal to be nervous when meeting someone for the first time or going to a party where you…
Whether from school, work, or relationships with others, elevated levels of pressure can trigger our body’s fight or flight response. To shift our priority towards maintaining positive mental health, we need to ensure that we have successful ways to de-stress…
Anxiety and depression are both common mental health disorders that can affect just about anyone at any age. Despite their different symptoms, they have some similarities, so it's easy to mistake one for the other – especially if you have…
Between careers, education and relationships, life can get pretty stressful. How often do you take a deep breath and relax? If you’re like most people, probably not often enough. Stress is part of life, but we don’t have to let…
There is magic in new beginnings, and the upcoming new year presents all of us with an opportunity to start again. Of course, we all make resolutions and set goals for ourselves. For example, some people might resolve to eat…
Now that the post-pandemic dust has started to settle, employees find themselves either back in the office full-time, fully remote, or working in a hybrid environment. No matter what setting you find yourself in, achieving a healthy work-life balance in…
The holidays are supposed to be a time where everyone is happy and cheerful. But for some people, it can be the most stressful time of the year due to anxiety or depression. If you're battling either of these conditions,…
Let's talk about workplace mental health. Does this sound familiar: You've just arrived at the office, and you already feel like you want to go back home. You can't focus on anything, and all you want to do is crawl…
September is National Yoga Awareness Month, an entire month dedicated to raising awareness around the practice of yoga and its many health benefits. Yoga is much more than stretching and physical movement. While practicing yoga can improve flexibility, strength and…
The stigma surrounding mental health illnesses has become a global public health concern, as there is a major misunderstanding surrounding common mental illnesses, such as anxiety, depression and OCD. Historically, the world has prioritized physical health, without much regard for…
