Trust Issues: A Reality Many Face Trusting others can feel like standing on thin ice—especially when you’ve been hurt before. Whether it’s a betrayal by a parent, a breakup, or even a friendship gone wrong, trust issues often linger longer…
“Anxiety is love’s greatest killer. It makes others feel as you might when a drowning man holds on to you. You want to save him, but you know he will strangle you with his panic.”― Anaïs Nin When Anxiety and…
Yes—Depression Is Real When it comes to teens, many of us have heard or even said something like:“It’s just a phase. They’ll grow out of it.” But that mindset—though often well-intentioned—can be harmful. It may stem from the belief that…
Rebuilding Trust Takes Time Rebuilding trust after trauma doesn’t happen overnight. Sadly, there are people in this world who abuse their power and betray the vulnerability of others. If you’ve experienced that kind of violation, know this: it is not…
Toxic Friends in Relationships Toxic friends can be hazardous—not just emotionally, but also physically. A 2012 study by UCLA medical students showed that prolonged exposure to stressful relationships can increase your risk for heart disease and even cancer. It’s no…