Relationships with our parents are often seen as the foundation of our emotional well-being. When these relationships are strained, broken, or even entirely estranged, it can create deep emotional wounds that affect many aspects of our lives. Dealing with the pain and loss that comes...
Childhood experiences shape who we become as adults, and unfortunately, not all early experiences are positive. Childhood trauma—whether it’s due to abuse, neglect, loss, or other adverse events—can have profound and lasting effects on an individual's emotional, mental, and physical health. At A Better You...
As the days grow shorter and the temperatures drop, many of us find ourselves feeling more tired, less motivated, and a little down. These feelings, often called the "winter blues," are more common than you might think, and for some, they can even develop into...
If you suffer from anxiety, you know that awful feeling when heart races, you start to sweat, and you feel like you just want to run. According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, anxiety disorders are the most common form of mental illness...
The topic of self-care is one that has been discussed openly and often over the past decade. But for many, the concept of self-care is one that is still a bit mysterious, if not downright confusing. What Is Self-Care? First, self-care is a practice and...
When you live with an anxiety disorder, any moment can become one that creates a slow-rising panic within you. Life is normal one second and the next, you feel your chest tighten and your heart begin to race. You may begin to hyperfocus on future...