Feeling your mind being agitated, anxious, or even overwhelmed instead of calm or satisfied after a meal? This is the case for many individuals. The uneasy feeling is one of the most…
Category: Mental Care
Mental Load Burnout: Why Constant Thinking Leaves You Emotionally Exhausted
She felt worn out when she got up, not because she had less sleep but her brain was always active. Grocery lists, unread messages, work deadlines, family expectations, and emotional check-ins dominated…
Deciding Fatigue: Having to Make a Continuous Stream of Decisions Drains Our Mental Resources
It was just another morning again when you went to the closet, thought for five minutes, then stood there still undetermined. What would it be, coffee or tea? A workout or a…
High-functioning anxiety: appearing fine while being overwhelmed from within
She answers emails on time. She smiles in meetings. Her life looks sorted from the outside. Yet, when the day finally slows down, her chest feels tight and her thoughts refuse to…
Stress alters hunger hormones, leading to emotional eating. What to do instead?
The day felt stretched out and the kitchen was silent. There was no real hunger, but still, the hand went out for snacks. That particular instance provides an exceptionally clear illustration of…
Digital Boundaries: How to Safeguard Your Energy in a Constantly Connected World
The modern world is so interconnected that almost all humans have their mobile devices on them most of the time, and the distinction between “online” and “offline” has practically disappeared. Continuous access…
The Psychology of Overthinking: How to Quiet a Busy Mind
Have you ever found yourself stuck in a repetitive way of thinking and even realized it will not change anything? That is the frustrating, slippery slope of overthinking and mental health; a…
Emotional Detox: A Guide to Letting Go of Negative Energy
Have you ever thought that your brain was still holding onto these past emotions anger, guilt, or heartbreak even though the situation was gone for quite some time? This is usually the…
Social Media Anxiety: How Online Comparison Impacts Your Mental Health
The Scroll That Starts It All It’s 8 in the morning and your thumb was busy scrolling through Instagram even before you were freshening up. What you see is that each one…
Posture and Mood: The Effect of Body Language on Mental Health
Have you ever felt more exhausted by slouching, after a long and tiring day? Or how standing straight and having open shoulders can improve your confidence? One of these connections is posture…