Toxic Ties: How Difficult Relationships Can Affect Your Health
Most people recognize that certain relationships feel draining. The coworker who thrives on conflict, the relative who brings tension to every gathering, or the friend who leaves you feeling criticized rather than supported. These dynamics take an emotional toll. Emerging research suggests they may also take a biological one. A recent large-scale study examining adults […]
Fighting Eating Disorders During a Pandemic
From February 23 to March 1, we recognize National Eating Disorders Awareness Week. The COVID-19 pandemic has been a triple threat to those suffering from eating disorders. Fear regarding health and food combined with social isolation can have a large impact on recovery. Stay-at-home orders, economic uncertainty, and stress relating to the pandemic only add […]
Celebrating Random Acts of Kindness During a Pandemic
February 17th, 2021 marks National Random Acts of Kindness Day. Never before has random acts of kindness been so necessary due to the mental toll the COVID-19 pandemic has taken on all of us. During uncertain times, kindness helps us come together to create hope, support, and a sense of community. Kindness has the added […]
The 3 Most Toxic Dynamics in a Relationship
Several factors exist that conflict with a loving long-term relationship or marriage. Distrust, disrespect, and disinterest are relationship killers that slowly break the bond between two people. Over time, these three factors could potentially cause a break-up or divorce. Distrust Doubting the reliability or honesty of your partner is what it means to distrust them. […]