Self-Discovery &amp; Growth

Should Empaths Watch the News? How to Stay Informed, Not Overwhelmed

Empaths feel others’ emotions intensely and can be easily overwhelmed by news of the world’s suffering. Here’s how empaths can manage their current events consumption to better cope.

December 20, 2023

Erin Mosbaugh

Is Sadfishing Just Attention-Seeking Behavior or Healthy Coping? Therapists Explain

With so much of our lives lived online, it makes sense that people look for support through social media. But are there drawbacks to sharing online vs. IRL? Here’s what experts say.

December 6, 2023

Sheryl Nance-Nash

What Is Skinship and Why Is Physical Touch So Important for Our Well-Being?

Don’t underestimate the power of a simple touch. Skinship is essential to our well-being.

November 13, 2023

Make Stress Work in Your Favor With These 7 Steps

Did you know some stress can be good for you? Here’s how to successfully navigate this common human experience for a healthier, happier you.

November 12, 2023

5 Tips for Managing Stress So You Can Live Your Best Life

Stress is nothing short of an epidemic. Understanding what it is and how it affects the body and mind can offer powerful insights into how to cope better.

November 10, 2023

Hoku Krueger

5 Ways to Incorporate Spiritual Design for a Healthy Home

We spoke to experts to explore different spiritual design ideas that will help you turn your home into a place of compassion and self-care.

October 27, 2023

Maia Niguel Hoskin

Genuine vs. Toxic Positivity: What Sets Them Apart and Why One Is a Healthier Way to Cope

Do you know someone who insists you should be making lemonade out of lemons — even when there’s no sugar in sight?

September 8, 2023

Solitude vs. Loneliness: How to Be Alone Without Being Lonely

In a frantic world, spending time alone can help you think more creatively, find calm, and discover more about yourself. Here are 7 ways to reap the benefits of your own good company.

August 29, 2023

Erin Mosbaugh

Is Bed Rotting a Healthy Way to Practice Self-Care? A Mental Health Expert Weighs In

You've likely done what TikTokers call bed rotting — lying in bed and binge-watching for hours. But is there a point when bed rotting can be a more concerning sign of a mental health issue? An expert explains.

August 15, 2023

Karla Walsh

7 Wellness Retreats to Recharge, De-Stress, and Nourish Your Body and Mind

From menopause to meditation, wellness retreats are trending. Here’s what health and travel industry experts say about the benefits of a retreat, and what to look for if you’re booking one.

August 8, 2023

How to Heal From a Father Wound and Prevent It From Damaging Your Relationship

Therapists share how a father wound might impact your relationship with your partner and how to best protect it.

July 24, 2023

Amanda Siebert

Can Microdosing Improve Your Mental Health? Here’s Everything You Need to Know About How It Works

Learn from experts and current microdosers about the trend that some claim improves their mood, anxiety, and cognition.

July 18, 2023

August McLaughlin

How to Stop Negative Self-Talk for Good, According to Mental Health Experts

Negative self-talk can pose problems, especially when it becomes your norm. Learn how to shift your self-talk toward the positive for a more fulfilling life, according to experts.

June 16, 2023

August McLaughlin

What Is Audio Erotica? And How to Use It for Better Sex

If you’re seeking more fun, pleasure, or discovery in your sex life, you may want to consider audio erotica. Learn how these apps, anthologies, and podcasts can turn up the heat, according to experts.

May 16, 2023

August McLaughlin

How to Survive Menopause at Work

If your menopause symptoms are disrupting your work life, you’re far from alone. Learn how awareness and the right support can help you and your career thrive.

April 12, 2023

Maia Niguel Hoskin

Could Art Therapy Help You Heal From Trauma?

Experts say it is possible to paint, draw, and even sculpt your way to healing. Here’s what to know about art therapy and how the practice may benefit you.

March 26, 2023

Mother Wound vs. Father Wound: The Differences and 5 Steps to Heal Them

Therapists on the signs of a mother wound and a father wound and steps towards healing these painful wounds from your own childhood.

March 22, 2023

How Journaling Can Heal the Mother Wound, Plus 11 Journal Prompts to Get Started

Words have power and journaling can be a profoundly therapeutic tool to heal from a mother wound, the lingering pain caused by being raised by a mother who could not or would not meet your most fundamental needs.

March 15, 2023

Hoku Krueger

Why You Should Stop Multitasking and Start Monotasking

Multitasking is a myth. Instead, practice monotasking, a form of self-care that allows you to create time for yourself to get things done in a calm and concentrated way. Here’s what to know.

March 14, 2023

Karla Walsh

5 Steps to Turn Your Pain Into Purpose

While we don’t wish for traumatic events, they’re some of life’s best teachers. Discover how to turn pain into purpose using these five expert-backed tips.

March 10, 2023

3 Signs You Have a Mother Wound and How to Heal From It

Experts explain the mother wound, its causes, and its impact on your life, as well as how to heal from it.

March 9, 2023

3 Signs You Have a Mother Wound and How to Heal From It

Embrace your inner child with kindness as you recognize the echoes of maternal longing and begin the tender journey toward your own wholeness.

March 2, 2023