Mental Health Tips and Information
What is Narcissistic Personality Disorder?
Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) is a term that gets thrown around a lot on the internet, particularly when it comes to relationships and the workplace. People sometimes believe that their toxic boss or selfish ex must have NPD. Some of us see NPD everywhere. But, what is NPD? How is it diagnosed? What causes it? And what do you do if you think you might have NPD?
How to stop overthinking in a relationship
A lot of overachievers and high achievers reached success partially due to their ability to analyze trends, synthesize information, and confidently make decisions that benefit themselves and others. This is an amazing ability to have when it comes to our careers and hobbies, but it can be devastating when it comes to something as complex as human relationships. How many times have you found your mind spinning over and over trying to figure out your relationship? Wondering if your partner is loyal, or if your love interest feels the same way, or if your colleague is trustworthy? When we don't have enough information to reach a solid conclusion, our brain will just keep going and going. This creates anxiety, increased stress, and even regretful decisions. If you're curious about how to stop overthinking in a relationship, keep reading below...
Do I Have PTSD
Many people wonder if they, or someone they care about, have PTSD. Understanding PTSD can be confusing. There are many different ways that PTSD can express itself, and everyone is different. Continue reading for insights into what PTSD is, how it’s treated, and how to find a trained therapist who can help.
Do I Need Therapy?
The question, “do I need therapy?” has probably crossed your mind at some point. It's a good question. The line between needing therapy and not needing therapy isn't clear, and if you've never been to therapy before it can be even more confusing. Here are some more questions to ask yourself to figure out if you need therapy:
SMART Goals Examples
You may have heard that SMART goals are the best way to reach your long-term goals. (If not, click here to learn about SMART goals). Maybe you even know what SMART stands for (specific, measurable, attainable/achievable, relevant, and time-bound). But, do you know how to create SMART goals? Do you know what SMART goals look like? Continue reading for examples of SMART goals that can help you learn how to create your own achievable goals.
What is self care?
A lot of people are talking about self care, especially after COVID-19. This has become a media buzzword, and it seems like everyone is telling you that you need self care. But, what is self care? What does it mean? Why is it important?
Self care refers to anything you do that meets your physical and psychological needs. Our physical needs are food, water, shelter, rest, and sex. Our psychological needs include fun, growth, connection, significance, autonomy, and safety. When we do something that is specifically intended to meet one or more of these needs, we are engaging in self care.