mental health awareness
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Body Image, Confidence, and Summer: A Conversation We Need to Keep Having
If you’ve ever felt like summer is more about having the “right” body than actually enjoying yourself, you’re not alone. This article unpacks the unrealistic expectations tied to the idea of a summer body and shares a personal perspective on body image, confidence, and why you don’t need to change yourself to make the most…
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Post-Accomplishment Depression: You Got What You Wanted—So Why Aren’t You Happy?
So you finally did it, you achieved your goal! Congratulations! Whatever it was, you made it. You should be over the moon, right? So why do you still feel… empty?Why are you lying awake at night wondering why it doesn’t feel the way you thought it would? You’re not broken. You’re not ungrateful. You’re just…
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Emotional Sobriety: How Recovery Goes Deeper Than Abstinence
When you think of addiction recovery, you probably think of abstaining from substances—drugs, alcohol, maybe even things like food, gambling, or shopping. But here’s the truth that no one tells you: The real battle doesn’t end with the substance. It’s not just about staying clean. It’s about what comes after, when you’ve cleaned up the…
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I Refuse to Live in Fear: Choosing Courage and Compassion in a Divided World
In a world filled with fear and division, I refuse to live in fear. This article explores how we can rise above fear, embrace critical thinking, and engage with others respectfully, fostering empathy and understanding in a polarized society. When I started Wisterian Woman, I swore I wouldn’t get political. I still won’t, at least…
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What Actually Helped My Anxiety
Learn how to help anxiety with a holistic approach from personal experience. Discover the power of medication, trauma work, yoga, and healthy habits in managing racing thoughts and creating a calmer, more balanced mind. Explore personal insights on the journey to mental well-being and the importance of a supportive environment in this comprehensive guide to…
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Build Your Sense of Self & Self-Esteem: Solving Your Identity Crisis
Are you struggling to find your sense of self and build self-esteem in a world filled with conflicting identities and societal pressures? Read on to uncover the building blocks to your sense of self, while solving the puzzle of your identity crisis. Society’s Perpetual Identity Crisis We live in a culture with a perpetual identity…
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How To Regulate Your Nervous System for a Balanced Life
While I was growing up, I never learned how to properly express and convey my emotions. Over a long period of time, this led to extreme regulation and emotional dysfunction. I was constantly on-edge, waiting for the next minor inconvenience to completely ruin my day. Luckily, now I know that I don’t have to live…
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Living with C-PTSD, Childhood Emotional Neglect, and Shame: A Personal Journey
Let’s talk about Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (C-PTSD), Childhood Emotional Neglect (CEN), and the gripping weight of shame. Explore the origins of these challenges, their wide-ranging effects, and the transformative path towards reclaiming emotional well-being, self-acceptance, and empowerment.
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How Women Can Conquer Imposter Syndrome & Break the Glass Ceiling
So you’ve graduated, built up a killer resume, honed your skills and mastered your craft, absolutely rocked it at networking and selling yourself, nailed that job interview, and started in your shiny new role. You’ve been there for some time now, and then it hits you. The nagging voice in the back of your mind……