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Overcoming Negative Thoughts: Practical Strategies
Negative thoughts can have a significant impact on our mental well-being, influencing our emotions and overall outlook on life. It's...
Jun 2, 20235 min read


Can appearance-focused positive affirmations actually reduce body satisfaction?
“I am beautiful”, “I embrace my imperfections”, “I love my body”. You might be familiar with body positive self-affirmations such as...
Mar 11, 20236 min read


Our Biology, Personal Traits, and Social Systems All Play a Role in Our Resilience
Resilience is the ability to maintain our mental wellbeing and adapt positively to difficult circumstances. It is our toughness through...
Mar 6, 20233 min read


Focusing on Enjoyment can Increase Persistence
Sticking to our goals can be difficult, with many New Year's resolutions falling by the wayside after just a few weeks. The good news is,...
Jan 29, 20233 min read


Not Getting Enough Sleep Relates to Problems in Mental Health
Are you getting enough sleep? Researchers from University of California Irvine studied how sleep influences mental health in...
Jan 8, 20232 min read


Conflict Only Relates to Lower Relationship Satisfaction When People Don’t Feel Understood
Is conflict detrimental to relationship satisfaction? According to a study carried out in 2015 by Gordon and Chen, not necessarily. These...
Nov 17, 20222 min read


Focusing On Socially Threatening Stimuli Relates to Loneliness
This surprising investigation conducted by Bangee et al. found evidence that people who score higher on the UCLA loneliness scale pay...
Nov 4, 20222 min read


Journaling About Our Goals and Procrastination Habits Helps Reduce Procrastination
Procrastination is the tendency to postpone activities, often against better judgement. In a recent investigation, Hensley & Munn studied...
Oct 27, 20223 min read


Grit Relates to Higher Well-Being
Grit refers to the motivation to keep persevering towards one’s goals despite difficulties. Its components are perseverance of effort,...
Oct 16, 20224 min read
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