Burnout Is A Leading Mental Health Issue; Here’s How To Keep It At Bay
It’s crucial to recognize that self-care is not a luxury or an indulgence but a necessity. getty We have a tendency to power through tough times in the name of getting work done. We may experience the symptoms of physical and emotional exhaustion, but ignore the signs because we have to make a living, put […]
How to Shake Off a Super Rude Interaction With a Stranger
As Dr. Thomas notes, even if you’re not proud of your reaction (perhaps you flipped someone off after they tried to brake-check you), it’s hard to fault yourself for a situation you weren’t prepared to be in and, frankly, may have been dangerous to you. “You had a very instinctual response in protecting your niece,” […]
‘Couples Therapy’ host Orna Guralnik: How to improve communication
Any newly therapized couple will tell you “everybody should go to therapy.” Orna Guralnik doesn’t agree. The New York-based psychoanalyst and host of the show “Couples Therapy” says many partnerships don’t need professional guidance — at least, until they do. “I don’t think people should wait forever,” she says. “I think if they’re getting stuck […]
How to talk to your teen about difficult topics, according to an expert
From social media to mental health, parents have many worries when it comes to their teenagers — but often struggle when it comes to starting a conversation. In a recent survey, Gallup and the Walton Family Foundation found some of parents’ top concerns include their kids future, experiences at school and online, physical safety and […]
How to Build Your Confidence So You Can Have the Life You Deserve
If you somehow came out of your teenage years as a fully self-assured adult who always holds your head high, you’re lucky. Even for those of us who were fortunate enough to have great role models, a bunch of uncontrollable factors—including trauma, bullying, and societal expectations—can make it really hard to feel self-assured. The good […]
Breaking the cycle: How to stop money worries from affecting your mental health?
Have you ever wondered, “Where did all my money go?” and “How should I plan my savings?” and found yourself spiralling into anxiety? Financial stress is a common struggle that can affect anyone, regardless of income level. Constant worry about unexpected expenses or debt can affect your mental well-being. It’s important to recognize the signs […]
The No. 1 kind of regret people have at the end of their lives
Of all the things I fear — spiders, needles, rejection — regrets take the cake. I have a deep-rooted fear of getting to the end and feeling woefully disappointed — not so much by the life I lived but by the life I didn’t live. In many ways, I have my mother to thank for […]
How to break up with a narcissist, by a top divorce lawyer
How to negotiate with a narcissist First, don’t expect to settle this amicably. When it comes to negotiating with a narcissist over a divorce, it is imperative to understand that the playing field is not level. You will say something to the effect of, “I only want what’s fair, and I don’t want to fight, […]
Follow these 4 principles to stay focused, says attention expert
Learning how to harness our attention is the “skill of the century,” says behavioral design expert Nir Eyal. D3sign | Moment | Getty Images Information overload. From music and games to social media and endless hours of entertainment, easy access to technology has meant that humans are perpetually distracted. “The cost of living in a […]
How to recover from burnout in six steps
Steps towards burnout recovery So how do we recover from burnout? Maslach says: “I use an analogy of a canary in a coal mine. The canary has a tough time surviving because of the toxic fumes. It’s not about fixing the canary to make it more resilient. There are coping strategies to help you rest, […]