Stress Management

Ideally, a person only renders 8 hours of work daily, which translates to 40 hours a week. However, for many professions, an 8-hour shift is sometimes not enough to get things done. Case in point: small business owners, those who work in the healthcare sector, and people who need two jobs to make ends meet, […]

We often associate fatigue with the state of being very tired. But, according to experts, fatigue can transcend the physical state. Some people can also become subjectively fatigued, wherein they report feeling sleepy or weary. Mostly, it is their mental state that suffers from exhaustion. What are the signs of mental fatigue, and how do […]

Compassion fatigue occurs when medical professionals are constantly exposed to human suffering. This is evidenced by fatigue and lack of energy.  The stress of working with people in crisis and supporting victims can lead to fatigue, trauma, and burnout. Compassion fatigue comes from the day-to-day encounters and working with traumatized people. This causes secondary traumatic stress […]

Everyone has gone through a stressful situation in life, one way or another. Some may have had to deal with losing a job, while others may feel stressed whenever they try to beat a deadline. Whatever the root cause of the stress, the fight or flight response of the body takes place to help us […]

“The customer is always right” and “service with a smile” are just a couple of mottos that many companies believe in. While it is beneficial for consumers, this often places an emotional burden on workers. Over time, the emotional load may be overwhelming and can lead to poor mental health. Learn more about emotional labor […]

Experts agree that humor is indeed a healthy coping mechanism and improves our quality of life. But dark humor as a coping mechanism? Is it healthy or a sign of something else? What are coping mechanisms? When faced with stressful or traumatic situations, people use several techniques and methods in order to cope. Coping mechanisms are conscious […]

If you are an extrovert, many people may describe you as the “life of the party.” You likely prefer making friends with many people and can express your thoughts and feelings with others fairly easily. Because of this, socializing can be a source of energy for you. However, not all social situations are good for […]

If you are an introvert, many people may see you as reserved or shy (but this is not always the case!). You likely prefer to stay home, keep a small group of friends, and tend to direct your emotions and thoughts inwardly. Because of this, having to socialize can be daunting and draining. But this […]

You may have heard of it before, but how does the law of attraction work? Is it even real? While the validity of the law of attraction is debatable, there is no denying that many people believe in it. If it’s so popular, there must be something to it. Learn more about how you can […]

Do you find yourself biting your nails whenever you feel worried or stressed? Are you concerned about the potential health risks it may cause? In this article, we’ll discuss some tips to stop nail biting. Stress: All You Need to Know Nail biting, defined Nail biting shouldn’t always be a cause of concern. In fact, for most people, […]