Do you worry too much

Do you worry too much? 4 Worrying Mistakes You Should Stop Making

Do you worry too much? According to the Anxiety and Depression American Association (ADAA) almost 40 million American adults — one-fifth of the population— suffer from chronic worrying and other anxiety disorders which makes them the most common mental illness … Continue reading →

The Power of Befriending the Exile Within

Exiles in the Psyche I had a dream that there was someone else living in my apartment when I wasn’t there.  A friend turned to me and said, “Hey, did you know there is another woman living here with you?” … Continue reading →

Happiness is Just a Choice

Happiness is a choice that most people don’t know, or want to know, that they have. If we admit that happiness is a choice, then we have to act and take responsibility. Sadly, many people are so used to, and … Continue reading →

How I Uplevelled My Life With My Passions

“If you can’t figure out your purpose, figure out your passion. For your passion will lead you right into your purpose.” -T.D. Jakes I spent several years of my life as a hermit. Not the cool kind, on a remote … Continue reading →

Social Anxiety: The Hopeful Journey Toward a Panic-Free Life

Social anxiety plagues many people today. This is Derek’s story. “It started back in kindergarten. The heart palpitations, the dizziness, the shaking – the overwhelming panic associated with being line leader. Most kindergartners cherished the chance to stand at the … Continue reading →

How To Find A Mother Figure When Your Mom Has a Mental Illness

My name is Ally Golden and I wrote my memoir, A Good Soldier, about my relationship with my mother, who suffered from Borderline Personality Disorder. Because of her disease, my mother and I never had a normal relationship. The love … Continue reading →