A positive body image is the concept of feeling good about your appearance and confident with your body regardless of how you may look. However, it is common for people to struggle with being happy with how they look. I used to struggle with it too. Here, we will discuss what causes body image issues, the outcomes of a negative body image, and some things that can be done to help you overcome body image issues.
We’ve all come across instances where our friends would come to us to rant and vent about whatever issues they’re facing. Whether they’re experiencing a break-up, complaining about their terrible teacher at school, or feeling overwhelmed with their work, there are always going to be situations where our friends will resort to us for some
Trigger Warning: in this article there is discussion of suicide, death and other mental health topics. The contents of this blog are not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or another qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a
According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America over 6 million people struggle with intrusive thoughts in the U.S alone. It's a common issue but rarely touched on due to the stigma wrapped around it. If you choose to read on, this can be a sensitive topic for some, although I think it's an
With COVID-19 changing almost every aspect of our lives, it may be extremely stressful and anxiety-inducing. For a multitude of reasons, COVID has taken a significant toll on all of us: jobs are lost, we don’t see our friends as often, we feel isolated, we stay inside all day, and for many more reasons. Feelings
When traced back practically all my insecurities come from childhood, I didn't have the strength or confidence to tolerate bullying so it permanently hindered my self esteem. I really struggled with reading and writing when I was younger. At 10 my grade 2 reading buddy was significantly better than me and people would constantly tease
During the November's round table of 2020, many issues regarding psychological stresses were discussed. Some were relating to gender expectations and others were about the stresses relating to work and school. Toxic Masculinity When discussing about stigmas relating to today's mental health, some youths have pointed out that men's emotional needs were being culturally
Reflect on your relationships and friendships "You have a small group of true friends who get the good, bad, and other emotional parts of you. (And like, a million social media friends who only get the best of you)." Friendship isn't the big things, it's the million little things. What kind of friendships do you
Often times we find ourselves trampled by the adversities in life, holding us back from doing our day-to-day routines or simply leaving a mental scar in our minds. These different unfortunate events can happen throughout the entire human life-span. In fact, they are inevitable. Many would say that facing these challenges in life is bound
We invite you to participate in Free Your Mind's 2020 concluding webinar: "2020." This year has been an incredible experience, with its ups and downs. Share your 2020 experience and learn from the different experiences of peoples from all different occupations and roles in society. Sign up to be featured in our webinar! Please DM
