As long as we’re alive, we’re going to have stress. There’s no escaping it. There’s good stress and bad stress. But with regards to bad stress, unless we find ways to deal with it effectively, our well-being will suffer because stress harms our mental and emotional health, which takes a toll on physical health. So,…
Stress affects everyone, even superheroes. There’s no escaping it. According to The American Institute of Stress, about 33 percent of people report feeling extreme stress 77 percent of people experience stress that affects their physical health 73 percent of people have stress that impacts their mental health 48 percent of people have trouble sleeping because of…
Very few people like to feel vulnerable (capable of being emotionally wounded) or ask for help (feeling weak or incapable). But we all have limitations. And besides, there’s not a person on the planet who knows everything there is to know, right? So why should we ever feel weak, helpless or vulnerable when asking for…
Every day brings challenges and situations that trigger various thoughts and emotions within us. Some are easy to deal with and let go. However, some are difficult to experience and face, like relationship issues or the loss of a job. 20th century philosopher of science, Karl Popper, once said, “All life is problem solving.” Problem…
Are you stressed or overwhelmed by life? If you answered yes, then this article is for you! Being overwhelmed by difficult situations can take a huge toll on your life, leaving you mentally exhausted and drained. This type of stress can be dangerous to your health if you don’t manage it properly. We can all…
Caring for an aging or ailing loved one is never easy – but throw in a fulltime job, kids of your own, and a busy household, and it’s easy to feel overwhelmed fast. Nearly half of all caregivers have trouble balancing work and caregiving, and 20 to 40% of them suffer from depression. But just…
If you want to see what you’re made of and how much you can take, self-shelter in close quarters with friends or loved ones for a few days or a month. Oh wait, that’s what you’re doing now, so…how’s it going? Staying indoors for days on end makes you restless and irritable, especially if you’re…
Hi there, my name is Lynell LaMountain, and it’s my privilege to work with an awesome production team and amazing people as one of the co-hosts of the award-winning television show, Lifestyle Magazine. Look, life can get pretty stressful at times; we all get stressed, overwhelmed and even burned out. Life can stack up on…
The right morning routine can make the rest of your day smooth sailing and stress free. Having a morning ritual is one of the easiest ways to improve your mornings, especially if you’re not a morning person. In fact, health experts overwhelmingly recommend having a structured start to your morning because it sets the tone…
Perhaps you wish you were friendlier, and more open and sociable, but the idea of interacting with other people fills you with fear and dread. If this is the case, you could be dealing with social anxiety. It’s More than Nerves Social anxiety is more than occasional nerves and self-consciousness. It’s a constant and intense…
