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How Men and Women are Impacted by Depression- Five Things You Shouldn't Say to a Friend with Depression - by Submitted on Nov 29, 2016 from Eileen O'ShanassyAccording to recent mental health statistics, more than 75 million people suffer from depression. Symptoms such as overwhelming sadness, fatigue, negative thoughts, suicidal thoughts, and loss of interest in various activities characterize this condition. This disease is almost becoming an ...
Views: 1274 - SOCIOPATH OR NARCISSIST? - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2016 from Darlene LancerIf you’re in an abusive relationship, you may wonder if your partner is a narcissist or sociopath and whether or not the relationship will improve. If so, or if you recently ended such a relationship, it can undermine your self-esteem and ability to trust yourself and others. The labels ...
Views: 1184(1 vote) - The Thin Line Between Sadness and Depression - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2016 from James BurbankWhen we’re experiencing loss, or certain struggles in life, sadness is one of the emotions that tends to prevail during those periods. However, when you start feeling worthless, hopeless or selfless at the same time, it means that you’re no longer sad, but depressed. According to the statistics, ...
Views: 838 - Depression: Is It Easier For Someone To Get Depressed When They Are Sensitive? - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIf one has a problem with their car, it can be normal for someone to ask them what is wrong with it. Through asking this question, they might be able to fix the problem for them, or they could tell them to go to a garage and get it fixed. However, even if they were to fix their car, they are ...
Views: 1048(1 vote) - Emotional Problems: Do Some People Only Want Attention When They Talk About Their Emotional Problems? - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhen someone talks about what is taking place in their life, it can be due to a number of reasons. Perhaps they just want to let other people know about what has been going on for them. This can then be seen as a normal part of life and what happens in human relationships. As if this didn’t ...
Views: 982(1 vote) - 12 tips to feel happier when you are in depression - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2016 from Huyen MyHave you ever felt this world is such a burial mound?. Have your ever felt all alone in this world?. Have you ever felt you friends, family seems stay away from you?. That is when you are too sad and exhausted, but don’t worry, we will show you these 12 tips to feel happier below to boost your ...
Views: 767 - A Long Overdue Letter to Myself - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2016 from B.L. AckerI have been struggling with mental illness my entire life. Just recently, I began writing and speaking out about my struggles with depression, anxiety and ptsd, as well, shouting from the mountaintops to anyone who could hear, hoping not only to help others understand but to battle the stigma ...
Views: 888 - The Mental Illness Epidemic - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2016 from B.L. AckerMental illness is the gorilla in the room that nobody wants to talk about. It is that dirty secret that everyone knows but never openly acknowledges, instead whispering about it in dark corners where others cannot hear. It has become an epidemic of catastrophic proportions, yet it is still ...
Views: 780 - Emotional Problems: Should Someone Look At Their Childhood If They Have Emotional Problems? - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperIf someone has a lot going on internally and they are finding it hard to settle down, it could be said that it will be a good idea for them to do something about it. As if they were to simply put up with what is taking place, they will end up suffering unnecessarily. The Logical Approach ...
Views: 1039(1 vote) - 10 Habits that Lower Self-Esteem and Cause Depression - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2016 from Darlene LancerWhen our self-esteem is low, which is typical of codependency, we’re at greater risk for depression. Codependency is learned, and so are self-esteem and the beliefs and habits that cause both low self-esteem and codependency. Self-esteem is what we think about ourselves. It includes positive and ...
Views: 2005(2 votes) - When the Opinions of Others Matter Too Much - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2016 from Suzanne St. John SmithFrom the moment we’re born until the day we die we are continually absorbing messages that tell us who we are, what we’re worth as human beings, what we should be doing at any given time, how we should look (and especially how we shouldn’t look), what we should eat, what we should buy, what ...
Views: 731 - Licorice in Depression Treatment - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2016 from Randi FredricksPossible causes include a combination of biological, psychological, and social sources of distress. Increasingly, research suggests these factors may cause problems in brain function, including abnormal activity of certain neural circuits in the brain. The persistent feeling of sadness or ...
Views: 2319 - California Poppy for Anxiety - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2016 from Randi FredricksIn a world that seems set on winding up our springs and forcing us to scurry about completing our appointed tasks, it would be nice to find an alternative therapy that could ease our daily angst without sending us into oblivion or making us feel as we weren’t really there. Enter the ...
Views: 2249 - How to Make an Unhappy Life Happy - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2016 from Lucky BalaramanIf you think your life is lousy, believe one thing first: you can make your life a pleasure to live. It just calls for a change in mindset, which takes a bit of mental work until the job’s done. Let’s dive right into the subject… You probably think you life is miserable because nothing is ...
Views: 863 - The Challenge of Depression Extends Beyond the Individual - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2016 from Gary DirenfeldCoping with depression requires one’s partner and family to understand the difference between depression and sadness. Sadness usually refers to a sense of loss, grief or upset in response to an event typically recent in one’s life. While sadness can be intense, it usually runs its course as ...
Views: 820 - Emotional Problems: Why Do Some Men Suffer In Silence When They Have Mental And Emotional Problems? - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2016 from Oliver JR CooperWhile anyone can suffer from mental and emotional problems, there is a stronger chance that someone will reach out for support if they are woman. What this comes down to is that this is something that affects each sex differently. Times Have Changed As although certain parts of the world ...
Views: 1433 - Self Esteem and Depression - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2016 from Dave AbbottSelf esteem and depression are directly tied to one another. When self esteem increases one is less likely to be depressed. Of course the opposite is also true. When self esteem decreases one is more likely to be depressed. What Is Depression? Metaphysically speaking depression is anger ...
Views: 761 - Alternative Therapies and Postpartum Depression - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2016 from Randi FredricksMotherhood can be a magical time. Like other life transitions, it can also be fraught with challenges. A 2006 Danish study discovered that new mothers are at an increased risk for mental disorders such as schizophrenia, depression, and bipolar disorder in the first 3 months following the birth ...
Views: 690(2 votes) - How To Relieve Stress Now - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2016 from Giovanni Maccarronehttps://inspireyourselflc.org/stress-signs-symptoms-causes-coping-tips/ Stress Signs, Symptoms & Causes : Common Effects Of Stress What Is Stress? – Definition Is Stress Part Of Life? How Some People Deal With Stress: Coping Tips There is Help & Hope How To Help Someone Who Feels ...
Views: 717 - How To Be A Life Coach in Toronto - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2016 from Giovanni Maccarronehttps://inspireyourselflc.org/toronto-life-coach-training-certification/ What is the best course to take to become a certified life coach in Toronto? People would like to know how to become a life coach in Toronto in order to get jobs and career opportunities in the field. There are many ...
Views: 1076 - What Does A Life Coach Do? - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2016 from Giovanni MaccarroneA life coach offers effective, quick, and easy methods to achieve personal, physical, career, and financial goals: https://inspireyourselflc.org/what-does-life-coach-do/ In a study by the International Coach Federation entitled The Effectiveness of Life Coaching on Overall Life Satisfaction, ...
Views: 818 - Holistic Life Coach Toronto - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2016 from Giovanni Maccarronehttps://inspireyourselflc.org/holistic-life-coach/ Giovanni Maccarrone is a holistic life coach as he assesses and helps clients from the roots up. Clients learn about the underlying causes of their challenges, and receive the knowledge, techniques, and strategies to improve. According to ...
Views: 877 - How Depression Destroys a Marriage - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2016 from Randi FredricksIf you are having problems in your marriage, depression may be part of the reason. Recent studies have indicated that depression is associated with the quality of a relationship. Additionally, the quality of a relationship can affect a person’s level of depression. Not surprisingly, someone ...
Views: 1199(2 votes) - How to Stay Optimistic after a Major Surgery - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2016 from Rachelle WilberStaying in a positive mindset is an essential part of your recovery after a major surgery. Depression can slow down your healing and recovery time and make it more difficult to regain your full strength and mobility. These strategies can help you to stay optimistic after surgery and even after ...
Views: 681 - Suicide Prevention in Toronto - by Submitted on Aug 15, 2016 from Giovanni Maccarronehttps://inspireyourselflc.org/suicide-prevention-toronto/ Hope when life feels hopeless. Experiencing suicidal thoughts, fear, or a way out of your pain? Feelings of hopelessness, helplessness, or depression? People think you’re suicidal just to get attention while you’re actually looking ...
Views: 736 - Stress Management / Relieve Stress in Toronto - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2016 from Giovanni Maccarronehttps://inspireyourselflc.org/stress-management-relief-reduce-toronto-life-coach/ Successful counselling for people feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or distressed. No more chronic stress, feelings of hopelessness, or fatigue. Overcome Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Deal with ...
Views: 1000 - Addictions & Bad Habits, Overcome in Toronto - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2016 from Giovanni Maccarronehttps://inspireyourselflc.org/overcome-addictions-bad-habits-toronto-life-coach/ Addiction Symptoms Addiction Examples What is Addiction – Definition How to Break Free From Addiction How To Help Someone With An Addiction Addiction Symptoms When people feel addicted to ...
Views: 1242 - Tips On How To Beat Depression - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2016 from Mitra ShahidiTips on how to beat depression. Depression is a prolonged feeling of sadness, moodiness and hopelessness. It affects your thoughts, your emotions, your behaviours, and your overall physical health. It makes life more difficult to manage from day to day. “Depression is a prison where you are ...
Views: 626 - I'll be there for you: The importance of friendship & support in looking after mental health - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2016 from Caleb baqarI was just finishing my work when I felt a strong lurching pain in my stomach. I had not even realized it was 11’0 pm. I had been on this assignment for like 5 hours now and it was still incomplete. It was depressing me each passing minute and now I was totally exhausted. I had recently visited ...
Views: 1276 - 4 Tips for Combating the “Not Good Enough” Lie - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2016 from Ericka MartinDo your inner thoughts ever sound like a cruel Reality TV critic (Simon Cowell, Gordon Ramsay, etc.)? For example, do you… Replay your blunders over and over like a Blooper clip on repeat, except you don’t find it funny? Beat yourself up for saying the “wrong” thing? Call yourself ...
Views: 1568 - Depression & Obsession: Social Media Disclaimers - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2016 from Ericka MartinAt no other time in history have we been able to connect so well with long-distance loved-ones, receive instant feedback on an idea, belly laugh at goofy memes, or find welcome distraction in someone else’s story. In many ways, social media has been a tremendous gift of connection and ...
Views: 600 - Practicing Mindfulness in the Face of Tragedy - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2016 from Hannah WhittenlyLoss happens. No matter how careful we are about lifestyle choices, no matter how many insurance policies we maintain, our ability to protect ourselves and those we love is limited. And when a great and tragic loss rocks our world, the fragility of everything we care about becomes crystal ...
Views: 498 - Limiting Beliefs, Change & Overcome in Toronto - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2016 from Giovanni Maccarronehttps://inspireyourselflc.org/change-limiting-beliefs-toronto-life-coach/ What Are Beliefs? – Definition How are Beliefs Formed? How Your Beliefs Create Your Reality? Limiting Beliefs Exercise How To Help Someone Overcome Limiting Beliefs Tony Robbins “A belief is a feeling of ...
Views: 618 - Permanent Happiness Cannot Depend on Something Non-Permanent - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2016 from Lucky BalaramanLet us say you want to be dependent on a particular pond for a year-round supply of fish. Suppose the pond completely dries up in summer. Would that pond be a reliable source of food for the whole year? NO WAY!!! It would be better to depend on a large supermarket for your supply of fish. A ...
Views: 787 - Self-Esteem & Confidence Building in Toronto - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2016 from Giovanni Maccarronehttps://inspireyourselflc.org/increase-self-esteem-toronto-life-coach/ Symptoms and Signs of Low Self-Esteem What is Self-Esteem – Definition How to Successfully Build High Self-Esteem How To Help Someone With Low-Self Esteem CLICK ON THE VIDEO TO FIND OUT HOW TO INCREASE SELF-ESTEEM & ...
Views: 584 - 5 natural herbs for sound mental health - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2016 from Huyen MyEveryone can be affected by mental problems. Sometimes we cannot remember where we are going or where we left our wallet or mobile phone. Or, maybe we experience brain fog more than we thought. Information overload, depression, stress, and environment toxins can hamper our brain function and ...
Views: 1164(1 vote) - Anxiety & Social Anxiety / Social Phobia Natural Treatment in Toronto - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2016 from Giovanni MaccarroneAnxiety Symptoms and Signs Excessive worry, panic attacks, phobias, high blood pressure, trouble sleeping and so forth. Common labels regarding anxiety include post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), obsessive-compulsive (OCD), separation anxiety, social anxiety, and generalized anxiety ...
Views: 756 - Depression Counselling Toronto (Free Consultation) - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2016 from Giovanni Maccarronehttps://inspireyourselflc.org/how-to-beat-depression-toronto-life-coach/ What are the Symptoms and Signs of Depression? A List of Common Antidepressant Medication and Drugs What is Depression? – Depression Definition Depressing Thoughts Examples Depression Treatment ...
Views: 681 - Four Important Guidelines to Finding Happiness - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2016 from Lucky BalaramanEveryone wants to be happy, even though it often seems that some people are determined to be unhappy at all costs. It is not difficult to be constantly happy. Achieving this boils down to your beliefs, your mental habits and the time you put in to becoming happy. Here are four major ...
Views: 647(1 vote) - Where Focus Goes, Energy Flows - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2016 from Giovanni MaccarroneWhere Focus Goes, Energy Flows: https://inspireyourselflc.org/where-focus-goes-energy-flows/ by Toronto Life Coach Giovanni Maccarrone: “Where focus goes, energy flows” – Wayne Dyer When we focus on the positives, we feel incredibly better than when we focus on the negatives, ...
Views: 901 - Get the Weight Off Your Mind in 10 Minutes a Day - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2016 from Lucky BalaramanIf that title has the ring of a typical fitness course to it, there’s a good reason. There are a lot of similarities between mental fitness and physical fitness. A mind burdened with useless attitudes is as unhealthy as a body blanketed with layers of fat. And wouldn’t you know, just like there ...
Views: 695 - How To Have More Energy Fast - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2016 from Giovanni Maccarroneby : Toronto Life Coach Giovanni Maccarrone B.A., C.L.C.: https://inspireyourselflc.org/emotion-energy-motion/ As Tony Robbins puts it “emotion is energy in motion”. Change the way you move, change the way you feel. How different do you feel when you’re jumping up and down vs. just ...
Views: 980 - How To Change / Overcome Limiting Beliefs - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2016 from Giovanni Maccarroneby : Toronto Life Coach Giovanni Maccarrone B.A., C.L.C. https://inspireyourselflc.org/how-to-change-limiting-beliefs/ “A belief is a feeling of certainty about what something means” – Tony Robbins Changing our beliefs is all about changing the meanings we give to the events in our ...
Views: 780 - Depression Is Not A Chemical Imbalance - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2016 from Giovanni Maccarroneby: Toronto Life Coach Giovanni Maccarrone B.A., C.L.C. https://inspireyourselflc.org/depression-chemical-imbalance/ How To Overcome Depression Naturally, without anti-depressant drugs. For years doctors and pharmaceutical companies have promoted the theory that depression is a ...
Views: 560(1 vote) - Nearly 3 million American teens are affected by depression annually - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2016 from Victor MarchioneNearly three million American teenagers are affected by depression annually, according to a new government report. Paolo del Vecchio, director of the Center for Mental Health Services at the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), said, “Adolescence is a critical ...
Views: 633 - Codependency, Addiction, and Emptiness - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2016 from Darlene LancerEmptiness is a common feeling, and there are distinct types of emptiness, but it’s psychological emptiness that underlies codependency and addiction. Whereas existential emptiness is concerned with your relationship to life, psychological emptiness deals with your relationship to yourself. It’s ...
Views: 1491(2 votes) - Better Than Happiness - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2016 from Linda and Charlie BloomIt may sound strange coming from someone who has written dozens of blogs about happiness and taught a lot of seminars on the subject, to hear that happiness isn’t necessarily all that it’s cracked up to be. Or put another way, in terms of one’s overall quality of life, spirit, and degree of ...
Views: 746(1 vote) - Practicing Mindfulness - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2016 from Mitra ShahidiPracticing mindfulness means paying attention in a particular way; on purpose, in the present moment, and nonjudgmentally to things as they are. Jon Kabat-Zinn Mindfulness is the energy that helps us acknowledge the conditions of happiness that are already existing in our lives. We don’t ...
Views: 538 - BREAKUP RECOVERY - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2016 from Darlene LancerBreakups can be severely painful. Love stimulates such powerful and pleasurable neuro-chemicals that rejection can feel like withdrawal from a drug. It can compel us to engage in obsessive thinking and compulsive behavior, even in animals. Rejection and breakups are especially hard for ...
Views: 1058(1 vote) - Back pain getting worse? Could be depression - by Submitted on Jun 16, 2016 from Victor MarchionePain makes it difficult to enjoy your life. It makes it challenging to move, sleep and interact with friends, family and your neighbors. Beyond the actual pain itself, there may be gastrointestinal issues brought on by anti-inflammatory medication, too. In general, depression is the most ...
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