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It’s no secret that addiction is a problem that affects millions of people all over the world. For many, it can be a difficult and lifelong battle. But it doesn’t have to be! There are plenty of resources and support out there for those struggling with addiction. And with the right tools and mindset, anyone can overcome their addiction and get their life back on track.

Surviving in the wilderness has become a hobby and a sport for some adventure addicts over the last several years. Usually, these enthusiasts buy necessary survival gear in advance or head out to the wild area with no equipment on purpose as a challenge. However, the second type of survivalist is often trained and has all the basic skills to survive in the wild.

There was once a time when men did not want to wear fragrances. There was a thought that this was only something that a woman did. Thankfully, we have moved past this time in history and men are free to enjoy wearing a scent that they enjoy and that makes them feel confident.

Nursing is a career that’s overlooked by a lot of people because there are a lot of misconceptions about it. One big misconception is that only women can become nurses, but this couldn’t be any further from the truth. There are a lot of men who are nurses, too. Nursing is a very stable industry to get into. For as long as there are hospitals, there will be nurses.

“Are you sure you’re asexual? Maybe it’s just trauma…”

Before I was diagnosed with borderline personality disorder (BPD), my life was already hell. I was raised in an unstable and violent home. A white collar broken Victorian. I too, was a wide-eyed and lively child in the beginning, but after our family home suspiciously burned down things really went off the rails. Nothing was for certain and everything was on fire. I started glitching. My position as the family scapegoat hardened which would set into motion my eventual early estrangement. I fell behind in school and in every way imaginable. Sometimes I was depressed, with dark bags under my eyes. Other times, I became maniacally hyperactive with the temper of a UFC fighter. Rules and authority were difficult for me. Teamwork was a challenge. The word “no” aroused a dogmatic defiance. I was masterfully reckless and hair-trigger impulsive. I once dove headfirst off a bridge into a shallow river (I didn’t even think about it) to show off. I hit a pipe and cracked my head.

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The acceptance and discussion of mental health has improved in recent years compared to decades ago. However, there is still room for improvement, and it’s crucial that we continue to strive towards having open and honest discussions about mental health. Here are some of the reasons it is so important.

We all belong to a community. Whether that community consists of neighbors you see at a cookout, students you sit with in class, or colleagues you see daily, we are all a part of a greater system. You might have heard the phrase “it takes a village,” which usually translates to raising a child or reaching success. Either way, we know we don’t achieve our goals alone. 

Going back to school when you have a family can be a challenge, so having a good support system in place is critical. It will help you balance work, personal obligations, and academics. While it is not always easy to balance your priorities, getting a degree can help you advance your career forward.

Now more than ever before, mental health is a topic of conversation around the world. There are international efforts to boost mental health and teach people of all ages how to recognize and manage their feelings, moods and impulses in a healthy and sustainable way. 

these signs can help determine if you’ve found the person for you.External influences won’t affect your bond in a healthy, loving relationship. Your relationship also shouldn’t depend on outside forces to keep you together. ADVERTISEMENT Whether the external influence can be harmful or beneficial, you won’t need them either way.

I’ve written before about some of the struggles I encounter having natural hair and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). The biggest challenge is all the steps and processes that I have to go through in order to just wash and prep my hair. It doesn’t matter what your hair type is. When you don’t take care of your hair, it can matte and become harder to take care of. That being said, having natural hair means that those tight fragile kinky coils need some extra tender love and care, or else they will form dreadlocks, get tangled in your sheets, or worse.

There’s a term in psychology you may have heard of: nature versus nurture. It places our genetic inheritance and biological factors — our nature — against our learned responses due to our experiences in life — our nurture — and asks where our behaviors come from.

“Never make the mistake of thinking you are alone—or inconsequential.” ~ Rebecca McKinsey

Health Research Funding, around twenty percent of married couples must deal with an emotionally unfaithful partner. Though some folks like to classify men as cheaters, women are just as likely to look elsewhere to meet their needs. In fact, this study found that 45 percent of men and 35 percent of women experience emotional affairs.

When it comes to travel, I consider myself somewhat of an expert (humble brag). I’m that girl on the plane with the highly-organized carry-on, filled with every possible essential you could need. I have a go-to travel outfit (sweatsuit and sneakers), packing squares are my best friend, and I am always looking for the best travel deals.

I have only one memory of the first five years of my childhood.  It was a sunny day, and I was in the park with my parents and maternal grandparents. I was playing, and my mum seemed sad and withdrawn. She was in a blue dressing gown and slippers.

Like many of those diagnosed with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, my symptoms started at a very young age. It was not until my late 20s that I received my diagnosis of hEDS. This diagnosis was more than validating. It provided me with clarity on how to care for my body and gave me direction on how to pursue my passion for working with the body and mind.

Disempowerment.

Something no one tells you when you’re diagnosed with a chronic illness is that you will be lonely. Lonely in your pain, in your thoughts, in your emotions; everything.

this mindset allows you to make life-changing ideas that improve the world around you.You can live a fulfilling, meaningful life if you know your time is right now. Remember that now is your time to shine will help you get through hard times. Things won’t always go as you’d hoped but shining your light will help you overcome.Waiting for the perfect time won’t work because it’ll seemingly never come.

What does it mean to limit ourselves? What does it mean to place them upon ourselves?

National Library of Medicine, you have approximately 30 muscles in your hand. Your hands contain about one-fourth of all of your body’s bones. Eight of these bones compose the carpus of your wrist.Not only do you use your hands for work, but they also are essential for your sense of touch.

Being chronically ill is exhausting. Stating the obvious, right? Not only is it a constant weight on the mind, but it’s also – most definitely – a weight on the body. Just when you think you’ve found the perfect combination of coping mechanisms and foods, something goes awry, and your entire system is in flux again. I guess it’s kind of like having a newborn, right? That’s the only thing I can compare it to right now, being a new mom to a 2-month-old. You finally find a groove for the current state of your life, then something changes, and you start all over.

reasons to teach your dog cute tricks is that it’s fun for you and your dog. Canines, like humans, get bored. They enjoy spending time with their humans.

White matter clinic appointments feel the most complex and exhausting appointments we have in this family. These appointments have multiple specialists in and out in a short period of time with an overwhelming load of information and recommendations. So on December 6, 2019, when the genetics part team explained my child’s whole exome sequencing (WES) results, I am sure I missed some of what they said. I was surprised they found anything at all — we had already hit the “rare disease jackpot” several times in our home, and how many times can lightning strike in the same place? When the doctors said “TENM1 is a candidate gene that is technically a variant of unknown significance but will be a disease soon when current studies are published,” what did they mean? I remember them saying I was taking it “so well” and that “most parents cry,” to which I replied, “I thought it could be worse.” The doctors said it was possible that my child may not develop all of the listed symptoms, and I clung to their words.

I once read an article that said the average person with celiac disease is taking their condition too seriously. I remember he proudly admitted to plucking breadcrumbs off of his salad and said that doing this is “totally fine” if you have celiac disease. He also wrote that although gluten may not be killing us, stress most certainly is.

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without a green thumb. There’s a plant for everyone, and they are more durable than you think.Don’t buy the first plant that catches your eye because not all plants are easy to care for. You don’t want to stress yourself over not being able to help the plant thrive.

Studies show that you’ll struggle to advocate for yourself, leading to self-neglect and self-sacrifice.A people-pleaser does whatever they can to make other people happy. They go out of their way, wasting time, energy, and resources, to make things happen for others.It often happens due to insecurity and a lack of self-esteem. People-pleasers want people to like and appreciate them, and they think this is the only way to make it happen.For other people, people-pleasing occurs as a way to feel validation.

one-third of American adults sleep less than the recommended seven to eight hours per night. If you do not get enough sleep, you’re at a higher risk for a car accident, work mistakes, and injuries. One of the health risks of a lack of sleep is depression.  Doctors know that sleep is a symptom of depression.

Are you noticing that your soulmate isn’t as outgoing as you are? If so, you’re on the right track! Soulmate communication is much easier than it used to be in previous relationships, and it’s not merely good talking. This type of relationship is so special that you can read each other’s demeanor and body language, and your communication should be effortless and uncomplicated. Trust and intimacy are the foundation of a strong, unbreakable bond between soulmates.