The causes of poor mental health are one of the most misunderstood topics of our time—can you guess what’s really behind it? For starters, over 160 million Americans live in areas with a shortage of professional mental health resources, according…
What are some hard truths about life you have always struggled to accept? One of those was understanding the purpose behind my parents’ tough love and strict parenting style. I’ll never forget one particular night. I had misbehaved, and as…
There are two types of people in this world: those that prefer cold weather and those that prefer warmer weather. As the colder months approach, it’s common to see the sunny smiles of summer fade into the gloom of rain…
Our mornings are like the bricks of a skyscraper—seemingly small, yet each one stacks up to form the foundation of our lives. Without a morning routine, we can feel disoriented, as it sets the trajectory for our days ahead. A…
What you do at the end of a long day to “relax” isn’t helping you relax. Yes, that includes scrolling on social media, consuming junk food, playing video games, and watching Netflix Indulging in these activities makes us joyful, but…
The way our society is currently evolving is scary. The younger population is facing a higher level of mental health disorders compared to those much older. It’s alarming, considering how much we rely on the young generation to direct us…
The increased use of social media and indulgence in instant gratification activities has done one thing: lower our attention span. Kids and adults struggle with putting their phones away, so how do we return our attention span to baseline? The…
What do drugs, murder, and robberies have in common? Yes, they’re all serious crimes, but there’s something more significant. They all stem from mental health disorders, which incentivize people to engage in these behaviors. We can see the seriousness of…
Mariam Webster’s dictionary definition of discipline reads, “to train or develop by instruction and exercise especially in self-control.” The definition however is missing something. When you imagine self-discipline, you think about working hard, holding yourself accountable, and becoming more likely…
What percent of Americans do not exercise? A health report conducted by the CDC revealed more than 60% of Americans do not engage in the recommended amount of physical activity, and 25% are inactive. If you’re looking to improve yourself, regularly exercising is a…
Ask yourself this: how happy are you? Are you genuinely happy where you are right now? It’s a complicated yet invigorating question since most of us go about our busy day with work or school and are unsure how happy…
Entering the gym for the first time can be a daunting experience; it’s like walking into a foreign country and experiencing culture shock for the first time. Either way, stepping into the gym is a huge accomplishment, and your future…
What is the one thing money can’t buy? I know all of you are probably scratching your heads thinking happiness is the only thing money can’t buy; however, if you were to buy your dream car, dream home, and dream…