Post-traumatic growth (PTG) refers to the personal development and new perspectives that can emerge after adversity. Unlike resilience, which is about bouncing back, PTG is about moving forward and discovering new strengths, values, and possibilities as a result of hardship.

Many of the thoughts that cross our minds each day are automatic negative thoughts (ANT). Over time, this cognitive loop starts feeding a cycle of self-doubt and worry that's hard to break. It can leave you feeling drained, anxious, or disconnected from the things that usually bring you joy.

If you're curious about herbalism and would like to explore herbs as a hobby, here are some easy recipes to try at home. These are designed to be accessible and effective, perfect for anyone looking to explore and nurture their mind and body naturally.

Aromatherapy is not just about making your home smell nice. It’s a holistic approach that uses natural plant extracts to promote health and well-being. When you inhale essential oils, the molecules travel through your nose and stimulate the limbic system—the part of your brain that controls emotions, memories, and arousal. This is why certain scents can instantly lift your mood or help you relax after a stressful day.

A pregnancy loss is a primal, deep loss. And often the parents dealign with this devastating loss have other, young children who were looking forward to having a little brother or little sister. There is help available, in this time of pain, for parents who need to find ways to answer their surviving children’s questions about death and help them cope with their emotions. Pregnancy and infant loss is a family event.

Ptsd: Some people's trauma from a harsh incident can linger for months or even years. This is why two people can experience the exact same trauma, and not heal at the same time.

Helichrysum is known as the oil of the wounded healer—both physically and emotionally. It has a unique ability to open the heart while grounding and comforting the soul. Used in energetic healing and trauma therapy, this oil encourages emotional release, forgiveness, and deep inner restoration.

Today, yoga plays a vital role in mindbody therapy and is integrated into various therapeutic practices. Research shows that consistent yoga practice can effectively reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress, common issues in modern life.

If you’re curious about how to begin a mindfulness and meditation practice, you’re in the right place. Let’s explore some practical, friendly ways to bring mindfulness into your routine, with a few personal stories sprinkled in to keep things real.

Learn how to strengthen your relationship with yourself, and explore how self-love, acceptance, and positivity can improve your emotional well-being

Creating an integrative plan of traditional talk therapy combined with complementary, or holistic, treatments will tap the mind-body connection, enhance emotional awareness, and improve resilience.

This black-and-white thinking is actually a symptom of depression. It’s also a symptom of anxiety as well as other mental illnesses.

Taylor Swift transcends her status as a pop icon; she's an American poet whose songs delve into various American personas, simultaneously capturing individual experiences and universal themes. She is good for women everywhere.

Removing yourself from a relationship with a narcissist is a big first step in taking back control. However, it’s important that you take the time to heal from the relationship in order to preserve your mental health.

Reiki is a system of natural healing techniques whereby the practitioner taps into the universal energy field and also interacts with the human bioenergy field. It’s not based on religious beliefs, it’s actually a bioenergetic phenomena. Reiki does has a philosophy of love and acceptance associated with its practice, however, it doesn’t interfere with or replace any religious belief systems.

Introducing lavender essential oil unveils a serene and transformative experience, inviting harmony within. The gentle and soothing fragrance of lavender evokes tranquility, while its versatile properties, including relaxation and tension reduction, offer a sense of protection and clarity to those navigating life's boundaries.

Mental health is something we all have, yet it often feels like a hidden part of our well-being. But over the years, I’ve learned mental health is about thriving, growing, and living fully. That’s why mental health awareness is so important. It opens doors to understanding, compassion, and practical support that can transform lives.

Dr. John Gottman’s work is based on 20 years of research, studying couples as they lvie together in a naturalistic environment. Gottman's work is clear, evidence-based information distilled from his many years of research about what predicts divorce. Changing your own emotional and communication dynamics is not easy.

Reiki is a Japanese system of healing using the human energy field. The word Reiki literally means universal energy. Reiki has been studied more extensively now and is used formally and informally in hospitals across the United States.

Explore ways to tell that you’re in a relationship with a narcissist, including how the relationship changes over time and how it can affect you.   

Narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) is a unique mental health condition wherein those around an individual with NPD often suffer just as much (if not more) than the person with the mental health condition itself.