Stress is no longer an occasional part of life for many Americans. It has become a regular, disruptive force that affects how people sleep, work, connect with others, and care for their mental health. To better understand how stress is showing up across the country, AMFM Healthcare surveyed 2,000 U.S. adults about their current stress […]
For many of us, validating experiences and emotions can feel like a relief. If people have told us we’re being “too dramatic” or to just “get over it,” validation helps us feel seen and heard. But sometimes, validation can become the reason we avoid anything uncomfortable. For instance, we might validate that we’re anxious in […]
Most of us aren’t looking for shortcuts for our mental health because we don’t care about our well-being. We’re looking for them to offer relief from depression, anxiety, overwhelm, or emotional exhaustion. We want quick-fix mental health solutions because we’re tired of finding it hard to cope every day. But while some of these so-called […]
Many of us have seen TikTok videos describing something that feels familiar and accurate to our own experiences. Maybe it’s a clip in which someone describes social exhaustion, trauma responses, or relationship patterns that match up with our own ordeals, but we’ve never quite had the words to explain. These videos can feel validating, as […]
Every June, Pride Month serves as a celebration of identity, visibility, progress, and community for LGBTQIA+ individuals around the world. It is a time to honor the history of advocacy and recognize the ongoing efforts to create a more inclusive society. While Pride Month is often associated with joy and celebration, it also presents an […]