Most of us from a young age are taught how to be kind, considerate and compassionate toward others. But rarely are we told to show the same consideration to ourselves. This becomes even more true for individuals brought up in abusive or unloving homes.What is Self-Compassion?Self-compassion is taken … [Read more...]
How to Deal with Loneliness Around Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s day is just around the corner. For many people that means celebrating with their spouse or partner and showing them extra love and attention. But for others, Valentine’s Day is a sad reminder that they are single, are perhaps grieving the recent loss of their significant other, or are … [Read more...]
How to Find Friends as an Adult
Anyone who is struggling with the effects of trauma is dealing with a lot of emotions and symptoms that make it hard to live and function effectively. Having a strong source of social support greatly increases the ability to cope and to feel less alone. But what if you do not have a good friend or … [Read more...]
3 Roadblocks to BIOPC and Mental Health
Persons in the BIPOC population experience trauma at a startlingly higher proportion over those in the majority. In the United States, there are over 15 million indigenous people and people of color that report struggling with mental health issues. Sadly, these people often face roadblocks to … [Read more...]
