The bond that is formed between a child and their caregiver in the first three years of life is crucial to their development and mental wellness in the years that follow. When those years are traumatic and healthy bonds are not formed, the child may…
One of the things most of us are taught as children is to never judge others. “Don’t judge a book by its cover!” And yet, despite our best efforts, many of us fall into the trap over and over again. Why do we do it?…
We live in a society that rewards those with courage and valor. We are taught from a young age that it’s good to face our fears, for doing so is often the catalyst for powerful and lasting change. And yet, how many of us allow…
February is the month of love, making it the perfect time to focus on the most important love—the love for yourself. The way you feel about yourself impacts everything in your life. It impacts how you present yourself, receive information, tackle tasks, and form relationships.…
“God, you can be so stupid sometimes.” “Why would he be attracted to YOU?” “You’re just going to screw this up.” These are things you would probably never say to another human being unless you’re a real jerk. But how many of us have that…
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) can cause a person to have recurring, unwanted thoughts and urges (obsessions) and/or repetitively perform certain actions (compulsions). But did you know that there are numerous types of OCD? Below are five of the most common forms of this disorder. 1. Checking…