Learn more about positive psychology and how gratitude, happiness, and positivity can positively impact mental health.
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
One of my favorite movie characters is Willy Wonka. He possessed extreme creativity and put on a show for the masses with his delightful chocolate factory. Each invention of his was simply a masterpiece. When it comes to musicians, I remember Elton John’s colorful costumes and vibrant music since childhood. His video for “I’m Still … Read more
Growing spiritually, emotionally, and mentally has one very important requirement: knowing who you are now. One of the ways to do this is to take personality tests like the Myers-Briggs Personality Inventory. This test goes beyond the simple Type A, Type B, or Type C categories. It defines 16 different personality categories. Today, we will … Read more
When it comes to defining personalities, we are often placed into two boxes – extrovert or introvert. The reality is that people’s personalities and character traits can be further defined based on how they handle situations and how they view the world. It has been obvious since childhood that I fit into the introvert category. … Read more