Anyone could have guessed that Tommy Lee's alcohol consumption was excessive. Learn how bad his alcohol addiction had gotten and his thoughts on being sober. In October 2023, former Mötley Crüe drummer Tommy Lee did a podcast interview, sharing that he'd just achieved 1 year of sobriety. This is a huge ... Read More
Goodbye to Unhealthy Relationships: “Let the Trash Take Itself Out”
Your relationship should bring you joy, comfort and feelings of safety. The right partner will uplift you and challenge you to be a better version of yourself. But the wrong partner will do the opposite. An unhealthy relationship can pull you down, make you miserable and even trigger mental health problems. That's why ... Read More
How to Understand and Conquer Fears of Rejection
The fear of rejection is a common emotion, often fueled by a lack of confidence. It can impact all areas of your life, from your relationships at work to personal growth. Most people experience a degree of fear when placed in new situations, but for some, the fear of rejection impacts their quality of life. Whether ... Read More
Self-Sabotaging Relationships? Common Causes and Help
Imagine meeting someone new and feeling that unparalleled excitement and potential for a future together. However, it doesn't take long before you find yourself derailing the romance. Whether it's avoiding commitment altogether or, on the contrary, acting too clingy too soon, your behavior could lead to the other ... Read More
Deconstructing the Serenity Prayer
The AA approach to recovery has been going strong in the United States, and even worldwide, since it was conceived in 1935. The 12-step program has grown into a global culture, with institutions and traditions all its own. One of these is the Serenity Prayer, which is a mantra that's gone through several versions since ... Read More
Online Dating Burnout? Swipe Right for Mental Health.
Dating is supposed to be fun and exciting, eliciting fantasies of finding the perfect match. However, online dating presents a new dilemma, with its seemingly endless swiping, matching and chatting with others at the risk of being ghosted. Oftentimes, conversations just begin to fizzle out, and it can be frustrating or ... Read More
How to Address Active Listening Issues
Most people think they have a grip on what makes effective communication, but a lot of folks could use some work. According to one study on teaching English to adult students, nearly half of the study participants felt their progress had been held back by poor or inefficient communication between students and teachers. ... Read More
The Mental Health Legacy of Rosalynn and Jimmy Carter
Some of the most prominent pioneers in American mental health advocacy include First Lady Rosalynn Carter and President Jimmy Carter. Rosalynn and Jimmy Carter's mental health legacy involved decades as ahead-of-their-time trailblazers who built institutions and set precedents that are still making a difference today. ... Read More