Learn more about positive psychology and how gratitude, happiness, and positivity can positively impact mental health.
Have you ever asked somebody what they are afraid of and their answer was, “nothing”? That’s doubtful. In fact, I’d wager to say every single person on the planet fears something… and these fears may change as life does. For instance, I used to be afraid of clowns. Now that I’m a mom of young … Read more
While someone may be defined as introverted or extroverted, there are several layers to those personality characteristics. It is not cut and dry. INTJ is one of the personality types defined by the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) test. It stands for: Introverted Intuitive Thinking Judging People with this personality type tend to be analytical, creative, … Read more
Do you believe you’re an empath but aren’t quite sure which type? You’re in the right place for the 411 on the different types of empaths plus links to popular empath detector quizzes I’ve used myself. My friends say I have “Spidey senses” since I can sense their mood and spot dishonesty from a mile away. … Read more
Can depression make you sick? Unfortunately, the short answer is yes. Besides taking a toll on your mind, there is strong evidence that depression negatively impacts your body. Depression is linked to health problems in nearly every bodily system. As a result, some experts believe that the first symptoms many people with depression see the … Read more
The Myers-Briggs Personality profile is one of the most widely used tests in the world. It is used by schools and businesses throughout the world to determine where a person can best use their inborn talents. And, today, I’m going to educate you on the most popular of the sixteen personality types… the ESTJ Personality. … Read more
Do you know someone who is a very pragmatic problem solver? Have you ever watched a James Bond movie? One thing I (and many others) have noticed about James Bond is that he is always able to quickly assess a situation and come up with the best solution on the spot. He is level headed, … Read more
Do people often tell you that you’re too sensitive? Or maybe it seems as if you feel things more deeply than others. Maybe you’ve noticed that this affects your performance at work. If so, it could be that you’re part of the 15-20% of people out there that are Highly Sensitive Persons (HSPS). First of … Read more
OCD is an anxiety disorder that affects roughly 1.2% of the world’s population. Characterized by intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviors, this condition can interfere with your daily life and relationship. The intrusive thoughts that people with OCD experience can gravitate around irrational fears and chronic doubts, leading to a series of repetitive, reassurance-seeking behaviors known … Read more
Over the years, more and more people have begun to wonder where they fit on the personality scale. We now know it is not as simple as being introverted or extroverted – there are several layers to our personalities. One area where some people fit is the ISTJ personality. The ISTJ personality type is one … Read more
Everyone thinks negatively from time to time including children. However, there are people who engage in exaggerated negative thinking, also known as catastrophizing, almost every day. Honestly, I struggled with an exaggerated thought pattern in my early adult life. I lost count of how many times loved ones told me to “Stop making a mountain … Read more