Topic:

Mental Wellness

Major depressive disorder (MDD) and depression with seasonal pattern [or seasonal affective disorder (SAD)] have many commonalities. But do you know these differences?
It can be difficult to achieve or maintain emotional well-being alone. Answering “yes” to a few of these 10 questions could indicate that emotional wellness help from a professional would be beneficial.
From self-awareness to self-acceptance to living with purpose, emotional well-being has many dimensions. Learning how and why we react to certain situations and reviewing our own internal thinking can have a positive impact on our mental and physical well-being. Learning about and practicing emotional awareness is a good way to get started.
Take a journey to explore yourself: Self-Awareness, self-acceptance, self-care and more are all essential dimensions of emotional well-being. Consider how and why certain situations prompt feelings to develop greater resilience.
Sometimes we can anticipate a stressful event, but sometimes feelings of being overwhelmed can come on suddenly. Whatever the case, be prepared with proven de-stressing techniques.
We all need comfort when stressed. Sometimes that can take the form of physical comforts like a warm bath or blanket, but there can also be comfort in distracting activities.
Managing stress involves a stable of coping skills for the moment, ways to prepare in advance and general self-care to stay in top shape. Do you know what it takes?
Symptoms of seasonal affective disorder start around the same time each year, often during dark winters, and follow a seasonal pattern. More light may be part of the answer.
Financial stress can impact your physical and mental health. This makes financial wellness an important part of overall well-being. The first step? Track where your money is going.
Wellness can be hard to define, but a personal wellness plan helps you identify and stick with meaningful changes. Grab some friends or colleagues and put one together yourself!
We could all use a boost to our mental, physical, and social wellbeing this year. Experts agree that volunteering benefits all three areas, even if done remotely.