Sadness, like happiness, is a basic emotion. Sadness can get a bad rap, though. It’s not uncommon for people to assume they are doing something “wrong” if they feel sad. But, when you allow yourself to be sad, you are giving yourself permission to slow down, feel your emotions, and explore your thoughts. You are …
How To Relax Without Guilt
So many of us are living an overwhelmed, overworked, tired, life. Mothers especially, are expected to be “on” all the time. But we can’t be “on” at all times. Our minds and bodies need to rest for both mental and physical health. If intellectually we know that relaxation is essential, then why is it so …
How To Have A Good Relationship With Your In-Laws
Most of us have heard horror stories about overbearing and overly critical in-laws. Luckily, this doesn’t have to be the case. If you are newly married or if you are looking to strengthen your relationship with your in-laws, there are a few simple tips that can help you create and sustain, a healthy in-law relationship. …
Infertility Is Stressful | It’s Okay To Feel Stressed
Dealing with infertility is an incredibly stressful time in a couple’s life. Feelings of depression, anxiety, jealousy, and immense sadness are just some of the very typical feelings a woman may experience while she is living with infertility. In a stressful situation like infertility, it’s ok to feel stressed. Focus on the Things you can …
Wedding Planning And Your Mental Health
You’ve dreamed of your wedding for so long and now it’s time to actually plan the big day. You thought it would be exciting and romantic making the biggest day of your life a dream come true. But instead of feeling overjoyed with the wedding planning process, you’re left feeling anxious. Add in the fact …
How To Start Journaling For Beginners
If you’ve been looking into self-care, there is a good chance you’ve stumbled across the importance of journaling. Journaling is a way to express your thoughts and feelings without judgement, criticism, or blame. It’s a moment in the day that is just for you. If you’ve been wondering how to start journaling but you don’t …
How To Be A Good Listener
We all have a basic need to be heard, whether in business, with friends, or in romanic relationships. It’s natural to want to feel important, especially to those we care about. Listening is a skill that isn’t second nature to most. Learning how to be a good listener is an important skill to learn as …
How To Live A Positive Life
We all deal with a variety of emotions day in and day out. Some are positive while others negative. What makes the difference to our mental well being is our mindset. Mindset is how you view and handle situations. With a little practice, you can change your mindset and live a more positive, more fulfilling, …
The Power Of Female Friendships
Men and women, while compatible, are inherently different. Females by nature are intuitive, curious, and empathetic. That’s why there is so much power in female friendships. When we need help or support, it’s natural that we turn to our closest friends. Female friendships are our emotional support system in good and bad. Like Minded Women …