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Many people suffer from mental illnesses, something that is commonly triggered by stress. It takes a lot of money to get professional help and prescribe medication, and often times, lack of money is the source of stress. People can spend from $360 to $2,400 for a single mental illness. Additionally, medicine can be harmful as there are side effects such as diabetes, slow reproduction of brain cells, thoughts of suicide, and such. There are other alternatives such as cognitive behavioral therapy, but most of them only work if patients are good at expressing themselves using words, because those alternatives mainly focus on answering "why" and "how" questions. Art therapy, on the other hand, breaks out of that mold and doesn't require specific answers. It's a cheap and safe alternative to recover or cope for mental illnesses, since it doesn't compromise physiological health factors. Art therapy comes in many forms: Theater In theatrical therapy, improvi

What is up with this idea of people being left-brained and right-brained? Is it a myth? Actually, no. The thing is some people are more left-brained and others are more right-brained. We found out what determines which side has dominance happens before we are even born. In the womb, when our genes develop, the way they wire up to our developing brain determines which side is dominant. Why Do We Have a Dominant Side? Why do we have a dominant side? Lateralization. This refers to some brain functions taking place in one hemisphere or one side rather than the other. Each hemisphere controls a different body side as well. Your dominant brain side connects to your dominant body side. The left side of the brain controls the right side of the body. And the right side the left. This cross-wiring neural pathway means if you are left-handed you are more relying on the right side of the brain. And vice versa. How Does This Affect Our Thinking Style? How does this affect our thinking style? Th

Today we'll be talking about one of the articles from our magazine, the benefits of pet ownership, by Jamie Moffatt. We hope it's helpful! Why Do People Love Their Pets? Many people all over the world have pets and love them just as much, if not more, than their human companions. Pets are known to provide a type of unconditional love that other humans can not always give. Thus, humans tend to love their pets way more than their friends. A key example of this is how dogs are constantly referred to as 'man's best friend.' What Are the Costs of Having a Pet? It can be extremely expensive to care for a pet. If you're doing it in the correct manner, anyway. There are many things to account for when you have a pet, such as trips to the vet, food, toys, and all the necessary things for your pet's survival and comfort. Having a pet is definitely not a thing to take lightly. What Are the Benefits of Having a Pet? Through research, it can be proven that pet owne

If you suffer from social anxiety, you will fear certain situations. This can vary from person to person. Some fear speaking in front of groups of people. Some fear meeting new people. While others fear going to parties or other types of social events. In whichever situation you fear arises, you'll probably experience sweating, flushing, feeling your heart race, or other symptoms of anxiety. One of the primary symptoms you'll feel is thinking others will judge you or find you lacking in some way. Not to worry, though. No matter what your symptoms are or where they hit you, there are things you can do on your own to deal with your social anxiety. Number One: Deep Muscle Relaxation Learning to physically relax is one of the best ways to combat anxiety. It's impossible to feel both relaxed and anxious. For deep muscle relaxation, you will tense then relax the major muscle groups of your body, beginning with your feet and working your way towards your head and face. Number T

You do not need to apply a scientific method to know that having friends is extremely beneficial. Besides the developmental benefits, having friends opens the pathway for emotional support. From making each other laugh to consoling each other through hard times, emotional exchange is the foundation of a good friendship. However, there are some friendships where one person gives while the other person takes. Not surprisingly, bad friendships are quite common. A simple Google search using the term "bad friends" quickly generates 324 million results, from published articles to sporty t-shirts. The acknowledgement and commonality of bad friendships is obvious. While not condoning different kinds of friendships, here are some ways to recognize if you are in a toxic relationship, either the taker or giver, and how to change it. The Unaware Sometimes, people say or do things without thinking. Other times, people treat others badly because they grew up in a household that taught th

We've all had our encounters with public speaking, whether it was to entertain, inform, or persuade. Although we're taught about it in school, we still feel uncomfortable when the time comes to stand in front of a large audience. There are several factors that contribute to our fear of public speaking, or glossophobia, as it's called. Feeling the size of the audience magnifies our mistakes, which amplifies our fear. In a crowd of a hundred people, a single misstep might as well have been a hundred missteps. And it makes sense. We fear the risk of criticism, especially among strangers. We feel they are prone to be more honest in their reactions, thus making us value their opinion on our performance above our own opinion. Not to mention how engaging in a one-way verbal communication can be pretty awkward. Although it's expected for the crowd to keep quiet until the person speaking has finished, not getting immediate feedback can be a scary thing if you're the one in f

Depression can be difficult to explain. Like any mental illness, it feels different for every person. Here we’ve made a list of 16 analogies for depression. 1. Weights in your arms and legs It’s like you have weights built into your arms and legs. They’re heavy and they make any basic activity feel like I’m dragging around dumbbells that are too much for me. 2. Screaming in pain, but no sound It’s like you’re screaming in pain, but there’s no sound coming out of you. 3. A black hole in your mind My depression feels like a black hole. But you’re not in the black hole, you are the black hole. Your mind is. It sucks in anything that might make you feel emotion, and it turns it into darkness, nothingness. 4. Black and white vs color Depression feels like I’m in black and white, and the rest of the world is in color. I can’t be a part of it, no matter how much I might want to. I don’t belong. 5. A prison without bars It’s like a prison without bars. You’re trapped by an invisible

Oh, did you have a hard time falling or staying asleep? Are you looking up feeling refreshed despite having the chance to sleep adequately? Is it having a toll on your daily tasks? Insomnia sufferers will feel irritable, unenergized, with constant headaches and difficulties staying focused and remembering things. Insomnia will affect your quality of life, making it a constant struggle. But what is insomnia? What is insomnia? It’s a perception or complaint of inadequate or poor quality sleep due to a number of factors, such as difficulty falling asleep, waking up frequently during the night with difficulty returning to sleep, waking up too early in the morning, or unrefreshing sleep. This could be caused by the respecters such as stress, depression, overthinking, medication, other illnesseor just poor sleeping habits. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, 50 to 70 million adults in the u.s. suffer from sleeping disorders. But what happens to the brain or just tel

To help you find the root cause of your problem, here are five possible reasons why you're feeling burnout. Number one, no end in sight Does it feel like just dragging your literal and figurative feet along each day to function as normally as you can? When you're in a burnout, you would feel mentally and psychologically exhausted. The irony is that you know your routine for the day, but you're lost. You might feel like you don't know your direction in life because you can't see the end game, which is your purpose for being. Burnout happens even to the best of us. In a message, accompanying his song, Abyss, even BTS member Jin, described his experience this year as a burnout. Number two, inability to change Does the thought of switching jobs or trying something new seemed like too much work? Do you see the process of change as daunting? Routine might feel like a drag and yet it feels stable, since you don't have to think much, just going through the motions o

Burnout is typically characterized as physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion, loss of drive and motivation, an inability to concentrate at work or school, feeling apathetic or lacking in emotion, and a decline in productivity. These symptoms can even lead to depression and anxiety disorders when not addressed. So to help you become more aware of whether you're overworking yourself or not, here are seven toxic habits that lead to burnout. 1. Not Taking or Enjoying Breaks Do you find yourself constantly buried in your work? While you may think that overworking yourself means that you're being more productive, you may actually be depleting your own productivity. A study by the Interview Guys showed that people who skipped lunch had a burnout score of 73% and those who ate lunch at their desks had a burnout score of 54%. Even minor breaks, like taking a brief walk throughout the day, eating a healthy snack, or even a quick meditation session, can lessen your stress levels and

While introverts' experiences may be similar, we all suffer in the way we deal with them. Here are 12 things an introvert might find difficult. 1. Being told not to be shy Throughout our life, introverts will often hear people tell us to stop being shy, thus resulting in associating shyness with weakness. People tend to confuse the two, even though there's nothing wrong with shyness. Discovering introversion helps us rationalize how we feel, making it easier for us to move around in social situations. Still, most introverts will avoid explaining their introversion to someone they just met, in hopes of stopping the "don't be shy" comments altogether. 2. Writing formal emails This can be a prime source of anxiety for introverts. There will be at least three sessions of drafting, revising, and editing alone before they feel comfortable enough to press send. And even then, we are not safe from... 3. Overthinking little things This translates mostly to face-to-fa

Actually, the 2nd of January, as well as Introvert Day, although not a national holiday. After an article written by psychologist Felicitas Heyne in 2011, people worldwide have started to adopt the date with the hopes of heightening awareness of introversion in an extrovert-centered society. So, it's not surprising that it occurs directly after the holiday period - Christmas, Hanukkah, and New Year's - an introvert's worst nightmare when it comes to parties or relatives asking too many questions. A national introversion day to recharge introverted souls. In the spirit of the day, here are 10 psychological studies that deepen our understanding and appreciation of introverts: Introverts process more information than extroverts. A psychologist named Hans Eysenck developed a theory suggesting that introverts' brain activity is faster and has a higher amount than extroverts. So, placing them in stimulation high environments like concerts, they will quickly become ove

Do you work very hard on how your skin looks, or the type of haircut you get, or how genuine and contagious your smile is? Do you tend to overlook personality improvements because of the non-tangible results that it might give? Today, we want to remind you that behavioral improvements have as much, or even more, impact than physical improvements. To help you feel more confident, here are six signs you have an attractive personality. ONE. You have great conversational skills. Are you approachable, well-spoken, open-minded, and authentic, and honest? These are all signs that you are a great communicator, and it’s a good personality trait to have. Even if you are more of an introvert than an extrovert, having great conversational skills is still capable for you. As an introvert, you can still listen attentively and ask engaging questions and maybe act more so quietly approachable in your own way. Authenticity and honesty are also important in being a good conversationalist. This

Ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle once said, "Knowing yourself is the beginning of all wisdom." But how many of us really take the time to reflect on our deepest thoughts, feelings and experiences to get a good sense of who we are? Nowadays, life moves so fast it sometimes feels like we don't even have time to breathe, much less take the time for introspection. But getting to know yourself and learning more about who you are as a person can actually do a lot to make you happier, resolve your inner conflicts, improve your relationships with others, and most of all, improve your relationship with yourself. So, here are eight of the most important things you should know about yourself: 1. What makes you happy One of the most rewarding things you can learn about yourself is what makes you happy. But you might rarely ever take the time to reflect on it. And although asking yourself this can seem like such a loaded question, being honest about what you're most passio

Emotional weakness is not being able to regulate or express your emotions in a healthy well balanced way. It isn't anyone's fault nor is it something to be ashamed of if you feel you haven't reached a certain level of emotional strength. It's a process requiring patience to help you become more self-aware. Here are seven habits that make you emotionally weak. Number one, not believing in yourself. What's something you think you're bad at. What about genuinely trying that activity again after deciding you're no good at it. It's important to realize that an initial failure doesn't mean you aren't gifted or talented enough or something. If you only stick to first tries, you'll likely end up limiting and dragging yourself down. In psychology, this is called a self-fulfilling prophecy. Simply put, if you believe something is true, you subconsciously go out of your way to affirm it. For example, if you believe you'll fail a math test you'

Have you been feeling lately like it's hard to keep up with yourself? For high achievers, burnout is one of the speed bumps in life that you should be wary of. Burnout is a term coined by psychologist, Herbert Freudenberger in the 1970s, and is described as a severe stress condition that leads to severe physical, mental, and emotional exhaustion. To help better understand this condition, in this video we'll be looking at seven signs you're dealing with burnout. Number one, you are emotionally exhausted. Have you ever felt that you're at your limit, that it's extremely hard to keep on working even in small amounts? According to Scott and Ganz, in 2020, burnout can lead to lethargic feelings, an inability to cope with stress, and an overall feeling that you are emotionally drained. When you're emotionally exhausted, you may feel powerless and have no control over what happens in your life. You may feel that you're stuck in a situation and have little energy

Have you ever had days where all you wanted to do is lie in bed and do absolutely nothing else, you just wanted to be lazy and not worry about any of your responsibilities? We've all had our off days. We've all felt lazy, unmotivated, and uninspired from time to time, and it's normal to feel like that. But we live in such a hypercompetitive society that's so hyperfocused on pursuing success and wealth that it's made us feel internally guilty for the time we spend not working towards something productive. When you overwork yourself to exhaustion and are dealing with chronic stress, it will inevitably have adverse effects on your mental and emotional health. But what if it could be more than that? What if your laziness is more than just you feeling burnt out? Here are six warning signs of depression that are more than just laziness. Number one, you can't snap yourself out of it. A sense of laziness usually creeps in when you're overly stressed or if you

Protein is an essential nutrient for human health, as it provides the building blocks for various tissues, enzymes, hormones, and antibodies. However, not all protein sources are equally beneficial, and some may even increase the risk of chronic diseases, such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and cancer. In this article, you will learn about: Table of Contents Study: Protein Intake and Chronic Disease Risk Reduction Optimal Plant Protein Sources Reduce Meat Intake Without Eliminating It Completely Frequently Asked Questions How much protein do I need per day? What are the symptoms and causes of protein deficiency? Reference Study: Protein Intake and Chronic Disease Risk Reduction Protein is an essential nutrient for maintaining and repairing the body’s tissues, muscles, and organs. But not all proteins are created equal. According to a recent study in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, women who eat more plant-based pro