If you find doodling relaxing, there’s science that supports your opinion. A number of studies suggest that art therapy and other creative activities can have positive effects on your brain, including stress reduction. For example, some research has found that making art or just visiting an art museum can lower stress hormones like cortisol. Other studies say that sculpting … [Read more...] about The Art Therapy Approach to Reducing Stress
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What You Need to Know About Love Addiction
How do you feel when you’re not in a relationship? Have you ever felt the fear of being alone or rejected? Do you lose interest in things you enjoy when you enter a relationship? A growing body of research is starting to show that romantic love can be addictive. Love addicts are addicted to the rush of that initial romance, but never develop to what love truly is - presence, … [Read more...] about What You Need to Know About Love Addiction
13 Strategies That Help You Release Sadness
What can you do when sad thoughts are weighing you down and making it difficult to take care of your responsibilities? Sorrow is a part of life, but there are ways to build your resilience. Denying or suppressing your emotions usually backfires. Your feelings are likely to build up and complicate your life even more. Find more effective ways to cope by using these methods … [Read more...] about 13 Strategies That Help You Release Sadness
How Does Getting Therapy Help
Since therapy (also known as counseling) is a rather misunderstood concept, the suggestion that you see a counselor can be scary. You may perceive getting therapy to mean that there's something wrong with you. This isn't the case! While it may not be for everyone, counseling can be beneficial to most people at challenging points in their lives. Although it's important to … [Read more...] about How Does Getting Therapy Help