I can’t wait to turn 70. I know, I’m supposed to be terrified of aging. But the happiest women I know all seem to be in their 70s — crow’s feet, neck wattles, varicose veins and all. Most of the unhappiest women I know are in their 20s and 30s. They are the ones trying … Read more
Imagine reliving a stressful situation over and over again with no resolution. It is overwhelming every time a similar experience happens. For example, a 5-year-old child who witnessed yelling in her home may dissociate her fear in the moment to survive the scary scene. If this scene happens multiple times in a child’s life, they … Read more
By Kelli Acciardo We’ve all done it: snoozed so many times you’re beyond late when you do finally drag yourself out of bed, and then all that’s left to save you (time-wise) is a bottle of dry shampoo and a sugary breakfast bar. Nothing good ever comes of this routine. So, in an effort to … Read more
By Emily Bibb Being happy may just be the single most important thing you can do for your health, making it just as necessary as diet and physical activity. If you aren’t feeling like yourself lately, don’t worry. Knowing that times are stressful and the unexpected often occurs, here are ways to help you get back … Read more
By Erica Mones As someone who’s struggled with an eating disorder, I’m used to seeing social media posts about eating disorders that range from mildly distasteful to completely offensive. People who want to lose weight and those who try to sell weight loss products rely on jokes about the stomach flu to connect with others. … Read more
No one should have to choose between maintaining good mental health and fulfilling their work responsibilities. If an organization prioritizes anything above the well-being of its staff, it may be a sign of a toxic environment. Your mental health and your career can never be separated because they are both critical. Experiencing stress at work … Read more
The first time I got Botox, I wasn’t even 40 years old. I had lines on top of my lip that I hated, and my dermatologist suggested I try a little Botox. These were my first real wrinkles — or at least the first ones that bothered me — and the first sign that serious aging had begun. … Read more
If you’ve ever struggled with panic attack or felt overwhelmed by stress, it can feel pretty scary— especially if you are in public, at work, or in a social setting. While there’s no shame in feeling whatever you are feeling, you don’t always know how those around you will react. As your mind races, you … Read more