Taking a walk in nature has many mental health benefits, many of which people do not even realize. Nature, or green space as it is often referred, offers an abundance of health benefits that will improve your quality of life. The idea of Shinrin-Yoku, or Forest Bathing, originated in Japan during the 1980s and it uses … Continue reading (Mental Health Fireside Chats) “Forest Bathing(Shinrin-Yoku) – Self-Care & Reconnecting with Nature by Megan Earp
(Mental Health Fireside Chats) Mastering the Stories We Tell Ourselves by Megan Earp
In life, we tend to create stories about “who we are”. These “stories” are not necessarily true, but they are the ones we have constructed and sadly, come to believe. These stories and the effects they have are so important that there is now a new study in psychological research called “narrative psychology“. When mental … Continue reading (Mental Health Fireside Chats) Mastering the Stories We Tell Ourselves by Megan Earp
On the Borderline- Coping with the Extreme: Study on Borderline Personality Disorder by Megan Earp
Having a Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) throws your daily routine into chaos. One minute you could be extremely happy, looking forward to the day, the next you are lying on your floor with tears streaming down your face because something inside told you that you were sad. These mood swings are one of the identifying … Continue reading On the Borderline- Coping with the Extreme: Study on Borderline Personality Disorder by Megan Earp
Detoxing the Mind of Social Media by Megan Earp
What is social media? Social media, defined, includes websites and applications that enable users to create and share content or to participate in social networking. That sounds great, doesn’t it? So why do we need to detox from social media? What has the research shown? The keyword in that definition is “social.” Being social means … Continue reading Detoxing the Mind of Social Media by Megan Earp
You Are What You Eat – How Different Foods Affect Your Mental State by Megan Earp
Food. We all love it. From McDonald’s French fries to gooey, cheesy pizza, we all imbibe (overly) on these delicious concoctions. But, did you know that the very food you eat (and love) can actually negatively impact your mental health? Some foods are linked to depression and anxiety Research shows that foods that are highly processed … Continue reading You Are What You Eat – How Different Foods Affect Your Mental State by Megan Earp
Exercise Can Help Treat Depression: What can Mindfulness During Exercise Add to This? by Megan Earp
Getting outside and moving is imperative to your mental health. Research has proven that aerobic exercise is just as effective as antidepressants in treating mild to moderate depression and comes with benefits like improved health and weight management. Exercise has proven to be effective in combating symptoms of mental health. So why not give it a try? … Continue reading Exercise Can Help Treat Depression: What can Mindfulness During Exercise Add to This? by Megan Earp
Mental Health is an Equal Battle: Raising Awareness for Men by Megan Earp
Editor's Note: We are taking the step to integrate mental health and wellness along with music/entertainment for this website. We want our readers to know that mental health is not a stigma and that everyone is fighting a battle that no one knows about. Here, we introduce you to Megan Earp, she is a school … Continue reading Mental Health is an Equal Battle: Raising Awareness for Men by Megan Earp