self care

My Tattoo Literally Saved Me From A Lifetime Of Self-Harm

The first time I cut myself, I didn't even realize I was doing it. I was at a high school party with one of my favorite people, whose effortless Read...

Keep going forward.

Strap On Whenever It Seems Appropriate: Why This Quote Became My Life-Changing Mantra

After the breathless panting of my previous panic attack had converted over time to lust, I found myself with my new love having sex in the shower Read...

Step away from the scale.

Chronic Dieting: The Socially Acceptable Eating Disorder

So what’s the difference between dieting and eating disorders? Not much. It all depends on how obsessive you are with it, and how much mental and Read...

You're gonna want to know about this.

New Technology Gives Breast Cancer Patients More Options

One of the top things a doctor can do for a patient is to empower them to be part of the decision-making process by giving them a full range of Read...

The Guilt Of Bipolar Disorder

I worry so much with every mood episode, with every burst of rage, every down day, every fit of tears that I am scarring my children. I worry that Read...

Kick back and relax.

In Defense Of Being Lazy: Why "Motivation" And "Drive" Are Overrated

When our bodies and minds are constantly under stress we begin to break down. Stress floods the body with stress hormones which has been linked to Read...

It happens to adults, too.

I Was Diagnosed With ADHD As An Adult

So many things I read about adult ADHD rang true for me. I get distracted easily and have trouble concentrating on dense materials and tedious Read...

Say what you need to say.

Just Say It: A Guide On How To Communicate Directly

I feel like indirect communication is a common thread amongst women. Since women are socially conditioned to not make a fuss, ruffle any feathers Read...