The beauty of life is within the struggles we face. These obstacles help define and shape our identity. A wise professor had once stated that as human beings we are constantly changing. We are not the same person that we were last month, a week, or an hour ago. We continue to learn and grow based off our experiences. Life is an exhaustive yet rewarding learning process. It is important that we acknowledge our own efforts in overcoming adverse experiences, so let's take a few seconds to recognize the progress that we have made.

It is no secret that humans are social creatures. During the COVID-19 quarantine, even the most introverted people I know craved any form of social interaction. However, in a culture of individualism and always wanting to better oneself, we often forget just how important community is building us up.

The psychological strain of the bankruptcy and piling loans caused by the failures of businesses and social fatigue could cause action problems. International funding from outside sources reveal that income and taxes are unaffected, however, people will continue to "follow the money". This problem alludes the people such as veterans, small business owners, or small towns that will lose funding over time.

Here are 5 Ways You Can Give Back This Holiday Season Donate Your Time – There are so many service providers looking for volunteers during the holiday months. You can volunteer at a local food services provider like a soup kitchen or other basic needs center. If serving up food with a smile is not your cup of tea, there are many other ways to volunteer your time. Volunteering at animal shelters, hospitals, senior citizen centers, hospice care centers, and more is a great way to donate your time and make someone’s holiday season a little brighter.

It is normal to look for emotional support from friends, family, and significant others. Having a certain amount of emotional dependency on someone is even normal. However, depending on one person too much, whether it be your significant other or friend, can take a dangerous toll on you. How can you know if you are emotionally dependent or not? What is Emotional Dependence?

Sometimes when we feel upset or hurt in our relationships it can be difficult to talk about our differences in a healthy manner that allows for repair. In his research, psychologist John Gottman studied thousands of couples over the years and identified the relational habits that successfully “disarm conflicting verbal communication, increase intimacy, respect, and affection” and promote a “heightened sense of empathy and understanding.”

When discussing someone's behavior it is best to avoid using "always" and "never." Using these two phrases will not help the situation and puts a lot of blame on the other person. Using these two words in the conversation will add a lot of fuel to the fire and it will escalate the situation instead of resolving the conflict.

As defined by Merriam Webster, being self-sufficient refers to the ability to maintain oneself without outside aid, or more simply, to be capable of providing for one's own needs. This may seem a little vague or difficult to quantify, but there is a self-sufficiency standard created by the University of Washington to clarify exactly what it takes to be self-sufficient.

When life gives us challenges that we cannot seem to overcome, we often turn to the people around us that make us feel safe, loved, and cared for. We call this a support system, and it is important for a variety of reasons to develop this system over time so that emergencies and crises in our lives can feel less stressful and lonely.

In life there will always be things that we come across that may cause conflicts. Whether it is school, work or home. Sometimes things can be hard to deal with and therefore there are steps that one can take in order to resolve the issues.

Being a first-time renter is a big deal. It is when you are on your own and have the freedom to do what you want. It also means you need to take more responsibility, especially in terms of finance, as you will pay for services (such as utilities) that you are not used to paying. I have been in your shoes before, and did not know what I was doing. Here are some tips to make your first apartment living experience a great one.

The following material covers a wide range of birth control options. Discuss birth control with your partner and your healthcare practitioner before deciding on a technique. Only birth control methods used correctly are effective. Make sure you understand those options thoroughly before deciding which method suits your scenario.

Defining an Eating Disorder (ED) This mental health condition is defined by abnormal eating habits and behaviors relating to negative thoughts and emotions.

Having a strong relationship with your loved ones, whether that be your parents, friends or significant other, is important. However, it's normal to have times where the relationship may feel strained or problematic.

Healthy relationships are often glamorized online and within mainstream media as being picturesque, simple, and easy. It’s easy to jump to the conclusion that a relationship that doesn’t experience domestic violence is a healthy one. Domestic violence is not the only type of abuse that can occur within a relationship. It’s important to note, that healthy relationships must be maintained through active engagement and reflection.