Kat Foley

Anger is nothing new in the human condition. Increasingly, public displays of rage are commonplace, whether they are directed at public officials, institutions, or on a more personal level between motorists or family members. Whether this anger is expressed in person or online, much of the anger that we witness can typically be described as ugly and destructive. This is why anger management tips can be helpful. Seeing the ugly side of anger can put you off. For some

Life is full of pressure. We face it at work, at school, at home, and even within our minds. There is pressure to get things done, to be where people expect us to be, to parent well, to help others, and to learn new things. Somehow, we are supposed to do all this and look good while doing it. Even as we face all these things, we keep going. We keep doing our jobs and taking care of people.

Do you wake up in the morning feeling full of dread even before you get out of bed? Do you wonder why this is happening to you? If so, you may be experiencing something called morning anxiety. Morning anxiety refers to the experience of waking up feeling anxious, panicky, and on edge for no apparent reason. Though it is not a medical term or an official clinical diagnosis, it is something many people struggle with, especially those who are

New Year Resolutions are typically broken in the first few weeks of the new year. But what if you could change that? What if you could create habits, you will follow through on month after month? They say it takes twenty-one days to form a habit. When you accomplish a goal, your brain rewards you with a rush of chemicals that make you feel happy and confident. When you feel more in control, you improve your mental wellness. By

When you experience something that is disappointing, have you struggled with how to handle disappointment? Do you get mad? Do the tears flow? Do you take it out on the people around you? Maybe retreat and isolate yourself? There are plenty of ways to react to disappointment. But you don’t need to stay in that place of reaction. Instead, you can learn how to handle disappointment in ways that are helpful instead of destructive. No one is a stranger

The aging process refers to the physiological and mental changes we experience during our lifespan and is an inevitable part of living. It’s a gradual process that begins in early adulthood as cell structures and functions start to decline. Although you can’t stop the aging process from happening, you can make choices that improve your ability to maintain an active life and continue to do the things you enjoy. Common changes that come with the aging process. Vision. As

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a form of depression, also called seasonal depression or major depressive disorder with seasonal patterns. It affects 5% of the adult population, most noticeably between January and February, and is more prominent in women than in men. It commonly begins between the ages 18-30. There are rarer cases of seasonal depression occurring in summer, sometimes called “summertime sadness.” Those who live in the northern hemisphere, where there are fewer daylight hours during the winter

The idea of mental health can sometimes seem difficult to fully comprehend. It encompasses so many aspects of our lives and wellness we can struggle to see how they all work together. Even more significantly, we can struggle to grasp how they impact our emotional, social, mental, and physical wellness. There can often be two extremes when it comes to considering your mental health. The first is denial that anything could be amiss. When you are operating with this

How do you become friends with someone? For some of us, that’s a no-brainer because we find it easy to connect with others and build rapport. For others among us, that’s a huge ask, as connecting well with others might not be easy or feel safe. It is the same way with intimacy with God. The older you get, the more it’s likely taken for granted that you know how to make friends, and the more awkward our attempts

The Big Five Personality Types, also referred to as the Five Factor Model attempts to assess, define, measure, and describe human personality. There have been many theories proposed out there to describe personality and try to understand human behavior. This is the most widely accepted, though there are still studies being done to understand it more. The premise of the Big Five personality types is that there are wide variations of personality traits, but all of those can be

Conflict resolution in the workplace is necessary because we all face conflict of some kind as we go about our day. Given the diverse mix of people with different backgrounds, ideals, and perspectives, you’re likely to be offended at times. You’re bound to encounter some type of conflict, whether it’s a dispute with a coworker or a disagreement with a supervisor. Examples of friction points in the workplace. These are common examples of friction points between people in the workplace.

April showers may bring May flowers and June roses, but maybe you are finding yourself in a seasonal slump as well. While seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is most commonly associated with winter blues, other seasons are not immune from mood fluctuations. Like the transition to a new medication, the transition between seasons can cause a deeper depression at first. Let yourself slowly transition to the new season. It is not uncommon for people to experience a period of depression