Demi Lovato has used her experience and celebrity to shine a light on mental health issues, including her struggles with addiction, an eating disorder and other mental health issues. If you do a quick Google search on Demi Lovato, you'll likely find just as many articles discussing Demi Lovato's mental health as her ... Read More
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Relapsing in the Public Eye – What Dax Shepard Learned
Dax Shepard is an American actor turned podcast host. Born in January 1975 near Detroit, Michigan, Dax shot to stardom with films like Let's Go To Prison (2006), Hit and Run (2012), This Is Where I Leave You (2014) and The Judge (2014), among others. In 2018, he launched his successful podcast, Armchair Expert, with ... Read More
Starting to Make Amends with Family and Friends
For the 10% of Americans who will at some point live with addiction, it's common to think — or believe for the sake of rationalization — that no one else is at risk. Unfortunately, this is far from the truth. Addiction hurts many people, from family members sharing a home or relying on financial support to romantic ... Read More
Identifying Things in Your Life to Celebrate
If you take a moment to reflect on your life, you'll probably think of the major events that got you to where you are today. But though the list of your achievements is long, they tend to go unobserved. After a while, we can become conditioned to taking life milestones for granted — even though each one is worth ... 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
5 Tips for Confident Communication in Personal Relationships
A healthy relationship is one where you can openly share your thoughts, feelings and opinions. Successfully expressing yourself will allow you to work through relationship problems faster and stay aligned on what's important. But open communication isn't an easy task. Let's examine some steps you can take to achieve ... Read More