5 Ways to Help Combat Body Dysmorphia
Body Dysmorphia is a challenge that many of us may find ourselves dealing with. Thankfully, there are a few things you can do to help combat this feeling: 1. Stop your inner critic in its tracks, follow it up by writing something down that you love about your body 2. Make time to meditate and…
Health Benefits of THC
New studies are showing many different health benefits of THC. Research suggests THC might help with the following: Reduce anxiety Reduce inflammation and relieve pain Lower blood pressure Control nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy Kill cancer cells and slow tumor growth Relax tight muscles in people with MS Stimulate appetite and improve weight gain…
Energy Drainers
Energy drainers can cause you to feel burnt out, overwhelming fatigue, and lack of interest in others and activities. It is so important to realize when things are energy drainers to you and when you need to take a break. Learning how to set boundaries and reframing your mind will help you avoid these issues.…
How Thrifting Helps the Environment
Thrift shopping isn’t only a way to save money, it helps the environment too! It is good for the environment in many ways. Here are some examples: It keeps clothes and other goods out of landfills Lowers the demand for new goods which reduces carbon emissions Reduces carbon and chemical pollution Lowers water consumption Reduces…
Imposter Syndrome
The simple explanation of what imposter syndrome is: feeling like you are a fraud and not deserving of all that you have accomplished. People with imposter syndrome are typically high achievers who accomplish a lot, yet they don’t believe they actually deserve it. Despite things like education, hard work, experience, and everything else that would…
Physical Anxiety Symptom
Everyone knows the usual anxiety symptoms such as fidgeting, being worried, etc. but there are many physical symptoms, some of which are lesser known. Anxiety can actually cause the throat muscles to contract the same way they would when your gag reflex is triggered which means severe anxiety can cause you to gag or even…
Empathy Burnout
Empathy burnout is something that can occur when you exhaust yourself while catering to others’ emotions, energies, and wellbeing. Another term for it is compassion fatigue. It is important to set boundaries for yourself and for others because a lack of boundaries can lead to burnout. Here are some examples of what empathy burnout can…
Health Benefits of Homemade Salsa
Homemade salsa is a great summer snack, it tastes good and has great health benefits. It is even better when the ingredients come fresh from a garden. My favorite salsa recipe can be found here. Some of the health benefits are: Good source of vitamins Hydrating Contains fiber Can help burn fat Contains potassium Low…
Boundaries With Your Friends Can Sound Like:
“I need some time to process my emotions on my own.” “I don’t feel comfortable talking about this right now.” “I need to figure this out on my own.” “I don’t have the energy to hang out today.” “I am busy at that time.” “I wish I could be there for you but right now…
Food That Hydrates You
As we are entering the hottest month of the year, it can be easier to get dehydrated. Along with drinking water, you should also be having food that hydrates you! Here are some of the best hydrating foods: Pomegranates Watermelon Strawberries Pineapple Cucumber Plain yogurt Cantaloupe Tomatoes Cauliflower Apples Oranges Lettuce Zucchini Bell peppers Broccoli …
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