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September 19, 2024

Teenager Acting Out? Here’s How to Manage

Ah, the blissful teenage years. You remember being one, don’t you? It’s time full of identity crisis, emotional rollercoasters, physical and physiological changes.

For some, raising teenagers can be one of the more challenging phases of parenthood. Since adolescents go through so many changes at this time, it’s not uncommon to feel like your child is “acting out” as they navigate their shifting identity and growing independence.

By understanding the root causes of your teen’s behavior and employing thoughtful strategies, you can better support your teen through this turbulent time. Keep reading to learn a few tips.

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September 4, 2024

How to Get Your Depressed Teenager Out of Bed

Getting a depressed teenager out of bed can feel like a monumental task. It can be a challenging and emotional experience for both the teen and their loved ones. Depression often brings with it a profound sense of fatigue, hopelessness, and lack of motivation, making even simple tasks like getting up in the morning feel overwhelming.

However, with patience, understanding, and practical strategies, you can help your teenager take those first steps toward regaining their daily routine and mental health. Keep reading to learn more.

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July 3, 2024

Therapy for Stress Management: Understanding Your Stress

Stress is something that everyone has experienced at some in their life. But what happens when it starts consuming you or starts becoming debilitating? It’s probably time to look into therapy for stress management.

According to the National Institute for Mental Health, approximately 57 million Americans are struggling with their mental health. Chronic stress can take a serious toll on your mental as well as physical health, causing things like depression and anxiety. Understanding how to manage stress effectively and knowing when to seek therapy are crucial steps towards enhancing your overall well-being.

Keep reading to learn more.

June 19, 2024

How to Deal With a Lazy Husband

If you’re reading this, you may have googled how to deal with a lazy husband… and you’re not the only one!

Marriage can be a beautiful journey, but it definitely has ups, downs, and unique challenges. Are you tired of feeling like your husband expects you to clean up after him? Or that he never considers your already heavy workload, and never compromises? Does it seem like he has no motivation or even consideration for you?

Maybe life threw you some curveballs you could have never expected, and your husband just can’t get back in to the swing of things. Maybe you feel like it’s just “who he is”. If you find yourself frustrated with a husband who may not be pulling his weight or contributing equally to your relationship/family, you’re not alone!

Here are some tips to help you navigate this situation with empathy, understanding, and practical strategies. Read More

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April 17, 2024

How to Help a Teenager with Anxiety and Depression

Going through your teenage years is kind of like riding a rollercoaster- fast paced and full of twists, turns, highs, and lows. Especially in this day and age with social media, it’s not totally surprising that so many teens are feeling depressed and/or anxious. Teens also face many things like social pressures, academic pressures, comparisons, and family conflict.

As a parent or guardian, worrying about our teens is in our nature and can feel overwhelming. It’s crucial to be able to recognize signs of anxiety and depression so you can support your teenager when they need it most.

Keep reading to learn how to recognize when your teen is struggling and learn how you can help.

March 20, 2024

Why Am I So Angry All The Time? How to Understand and Deal With Your Anger

Have you ever found yourself thinking, “why am I so angry all the time?” Maybe you lash out at your partner or family members when you know they don’t deserve it. And maybe the little things in your day to day life just REALLY tick you off. Anger is a natural emotion, but it’s also a complex emotion that can be difficult to understand and manage.

This question may not have a simple answer, but exploring the underlying causes and potential solutions can help pave the way towards a healthier emotional state. Keep reading to learn more.

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December 20, 2023

Why Is Self Image Important?

If someone asked you if you have a positive self image, what what would you say? Think about it for a minute. How do you see yourself? And why does it matter?

In a world that can sometimes be driven by external validation, self image holds profound importance in shaping well being and identity. Self image encompasses the thoughts, feelings, and perceptions you have about yourself. Your internal narrative about self image influences your mental health, relationships, achievements, and overall life satisfaction.

In this article, we will delve into some of the reasons why cultivating a positive self image is crucial for living a positive and empowered life. Keep reading to learn more.

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November 1, 2023

‘I Hate My Husband After Having a Baby’ and How to Navigate it

Have you ever thought (or voiced), in a postpartum hormonal rage, “I hate my husband!” Believe it or not, you are not alone in this. This is actually a common feeling, and a very common google search.

Bringing a baby into your life can be a beautiful and transformative experience. While it is often described as a time of love, joy, and fulfillment, the postpartum period can be incredibly challenging. Hormones are raging, your body is healing, and you’re probably more than a little sleep deprived.

If you have resentment towards your husband post baby, and you want to know why and what to do next, keep reading.

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October 18, 2023

How to Motivate a Teenager with Depression: 8 Proven Strategies

Motivating a depressed teenager can be extremely difficult- even a teenager without depression can be hard to motivate. Think back to your teenage years… chances are, emotions were high! You might have thought life was hard or unfair, school was stressful, you dealt with puberty, maybe there was some peer pressure, and things were overall an up and down roller coaster. The teenage years can be tumultuous.

Depression adds a separate set of trials that can affect the whole family. You are not alone, and neither is your teen; it’s estimated that one in five adolescents struggles with depression in any given year. If you think your unmotivated teenager may be depressed, this is the article for you.