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Overcoming Negative Thoughts: Practical Strategies
Negative thoughts can have a significant impact on our mental well-being, influencing our emotions and overall outlook on life. It's...
Jun 2, 20235 min read


Can appearance-focused positive affirmations actually reduce body satisfaction?
“I am beautiful”, “I embrace my imperfections”, “I love my body”. You might be familiar with body positive self-affirmations such as...
Mar 11, 20236 min read


Our Biology, Personal Traits, and Social Systems All Play a Role in Our Resilience
Resilience is the ability to maintain our mental wellbeing and adapt positively to difficult circumstances. It is our toughness through...
Mar 6, 20233 min read


Not Getting Enough Sleep Relates to Problems in Mental Health
Are you getting enough sleep? Researchers from University of California Irvine studied how sleep influences mental health in...
Jan 8, 20232 min read


Body Comparison Lowers Body Appreciation. Self-Compassion Protects It.
Body Appreciation means accepting, respecting and holding favorable opinions about your body regardless of its appearance and societal...
Sep 12, 20224 min read


Feeling Connected to Nature Relates to Higher Well-Being
How connected do you feel with nature? The term "nature connectedness" refers to a person's subjective sense of their relationship with...
Sep 9, 20222 min read


People Who Associate More Social Words with “Happiness” Are Happier
What three words come to your mind when thinking about "happiness"? Take a minute to think about them. Now, how many of those words are...
Sep 6, 20223 min read


Acts of Kindness Can Reduce Depression
Myriam Mongrain and her colleagues tested a simple exercise which was found to significantly reduce depression: performing acts of...
Aug 18, 20222 min read
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