Emotional overwhelm occurs when we are faced with situations that make us feel out of control. We might feel like we’re losing our mind, or that everything around us is spinning out of control. This overwhelming sensation can cause us to lose our cool, lash out, or shut down emotionally. When we experience emotional overwhelm, …
We often hear about how important it is to empower ourselves and those around us in order to achieve a happy and healthy mental state, but what does it actually mean to empower somebody? Many times, we’re helping to empower ourselves and others without even realizing it. It’s often the small things that can help …
When reading and learning about mindfulness and personal wellbeing, one term that you will probably come across if you haven’t already is social health. While we can often prioritize our own mental and physical health above all else, a huge part of staying happy and content in our lives also has to do with our …
From psychology to law, the term “mental state” is regularly used without a clear definition or further explanation. Generally, mental state refers to a person’s state of mind and the emotions that influence a person’s thought process. There are a number of different types of mental states, including love, pain, pleasure and anxiety. In this …
Indecisiveness is a common personality trait possessed by many people, and can often hinder people from attempting activities, making plans, or purchasing new items. But what exactly does ‘indecisive’ mean, and what efforts can be taken to overcome ‘indecision’? What Does It Mean? The term ‘indecisive’ literally means ‘inability to make decisions quickly or effectively’, …
When a person of any age reverts back to a state of mind that is younger than their actual age, it is known as age regression. How many years back a person’s mind reverts can vary from person to person. For some, it can be a matter of just a couple of years while for …
Self-destructive behavior is incredibly prevalent across the United States. Infuriatingly, every single day, we do things that directly or indirectly limit our progress both in life and towards self-actualization, but before these setbacks become actions, they begin as thoughts, sometimes spoken aloud to ourselves in private moments. Imagine having someone lingering over your shoulder every …
If you’ve heard the term ‘manifesting’ being used recently, you might have a faint idea about what it involves. Many people around the world use manifesting to reach their goals, by switching to a positive mindset and dealing with negative emotions in the process. Fans of the practice will claim that it does wonders, but …
