In reflecting back, 2023 has been a hell of a year. It started off very traumatic, when my ex landed in the ICU on a ventilator due to liver disease. We didn’t know if he would live or die,…
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Grieving someone who is still alive is a very painful and complicated predicament that can be just as tough as dealing with death. There are various scenarios where this may happen, from breakups or divorces, health issues that impacted…
Alcoholism Is a Family Disease Alcoholism impacts not only the alcoholic, but all those who care about them. This disease destroys everything in its path—relationships, careers, and lives. It is ruthless and cunning. Alcohol can turn our loved one…
As an introvert, I’ve always enjoyed spending time at home. But now that we’ve been forced to self-quarantine due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), endless days and nights at home have become so monotonous. But I just keep telling myself, this…
Getting angry is completely normal, but it can become a big issue in your relationship if you or your partner doesn’t know how to properly control your temper. Maybe you’ve found yourself taking your frustration out on your partner…
I was lucky enough to get the week after Christmas off from work. This was much-needed time for me to relax and recharge. It got me thinking about how important it is for us to focus on our well-being by taking a mental health day when we need one. Most…
In a perfect world, we’d all have the time and energy to fit regular workouts into our schedules. Unfortunately, life gets in the way sometimes, causing our fitness goals to fall by the wayside. I’m here to tell you…
The winter months can really take a toll on us. The cold weather sets in and the skies get darker, making some of us feel lethargic and even moody. This becomes especially apparent once the magic of Christmas subsides.…
Trying to have a lively social life while juggling our work demands can be very challenging. If our lives feel like all work and no play, our social lives aren’t all that’s at stake. A poor work-life balance can negatively affect our health and well-being. …
Within the past year, I’ve struggled with occasional anxiety and panic attacks. This can be scary and debilitating, so I knew I needed to do something about it. I researched ways to deal with anxiety and came upon meditation. (Find out about other natural options I discovered here).…