Category: Emotional Health
Where Can I Find Out about Happiness?
Clearly, happiness is hard to come by. There are self-help books galore that people scoop up to try to figure it out. But I want to suggest a book that is widely known and often loved. Often, when people think about the Bible, they consider it to be a restrictive book. However, that is only… Read more
Can I Really Be Happy?
I do not know many people who do not want to be happy. But can we really be happy? Dealing with a shaky economy, listening to and reading terrible news, putting up with certain people, facing trials, and so many other things cause us to question whether or not we can be happy. Well, we… Read more
Do You Need Personal Boundaries?
Most people understand what a boundary is. It is a line that marks the limit of an area – like a fence around a yard. Most boundaries are clear to see when they are clearly marked by signs, fences, or other things. Personal boundaries may not be as easy to see though, and those boundaries… Read more
How to Deal with a Difficult Person
Whether we like it or not, difficult people are a reality. They won’t yield for anyone or anything. They can be unreasonable. They complain and complain and complain. You do not want to be around them, but they are everywhere. Many times they have become apathetic about life. They probably used to care but got… Read more
Having Trouble with Your Temper?
Emotions are natural and can be good. However, they can lead to trouble if you do not know how to express them. Being angry on a consistent basis can be harmful to your health. It can lead to unhealthy stress. It can lead to tension, depression, and more. And that can affect you physically in… Read more
What Does “Being Healthy” Really Mean?
Most people think that health means that you are not sick, so those who are ill are considered to be in poor health. In other words, many believe that health is an absence of physical sickness. But there is another view – a more comprehensive view held by groups on the national and international scene… Read more
Enjoy Nature While You Exercise
Many people think that fitness is boring – walking down the same street every single day – getting dressed and going to the same aerobics class every week. It tends to put people in a rut. Trying to get in shape and keeping up a routine is hard enough. Shouldn’t it be fun? It CAN… Read more
Loneliness Can Be Dealt with
When we feel isolated or don’t communicate with others, loneliness occurs. It’s a common emotion, but it can be a dangerous reality if it isn’t dealt with. Prolonged loneliness can be hard to overcome alone. But friends, family, and professionals can help. There are some possible steps you can take to aid in overcoming loneliness… Read more
Loneliness Affects You Physically
No one desires to feel lonely, but we are all familiar with it. Some people have a harder time dealing with it, and it can affect you physically – causing serious problems. Feeling lonely over an extended period of time can lead to depression and isolation. It can cause a wedge between friends and family.… Read more
Loneliness Affects You Mentally
Nearly everyone experiences loneliness. It is an emotion – the feeling of being disconnected or isolated. And it makes it extremely hard to connect and communicate with others. Feelings of loneliness may fade as you begin interacting with others. However, if it reaches chronic loneliness, the effects can be long-lasting and have a negative impact… Read more