Tag: mental health
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Growing Up With Anxiety
I used to think that being anxious was just a part of my personality, that it was a flaw in who I was and I would never be able to get away from it. I thought I would eventually grow out of it, but it never happened.
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Reflecting on This Summer
Looking back, this summer has been a good one. It was definitely a learning experience, where I found out more about myself and what’s important to me, as well as learning what I need to improve on. First, this summer helped me learn more about being a *real* adult. I bought my first car, and…
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Learning to Find That Healthy Balance
My relationship with food has been on the rocks for a while. It’s no surprise either, when you see all the pressure on social media, on T.V. and in advertisements to look a certain way, especially when you’re a teenager. Something else that didn’t help: I was a cross-country and track runner in high school,…
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10 Ways to Recharge and Relax
Taking time for yourself and doing something you enjoy is really important. It helps prevent from becoming burnt out and overly stressed, plus it’s good to slow down every now and then and enjoy life a little. So I’ve made a list of some good things to do to help you de-stress and not think…
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The Importance of Staying Positive
Having a positive mindset is more important than you might think. When I was younger, I didn’t really buy into it. My parents were always telling me though how changing your outlook on life can be a huge game changer. I wasn’t quite convinced until I was in high school, and I realized that, yeah,…
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Managing Stress and Anxiety in College
College is basically a four-year transition to real life, and that means more stress. Managing anxiety or stress while being a college student can be hard because you’re still learning how to take care of yourself mentally. There’s also a difference between anxiety and stress, although you can have them both (as it often happens,…
Jessie Spangler 