Understanding the Differences Between Good Stress and Bad Stress When we think about stress, it’s usually in a negative light. Stress often feels like a hurdle, something we just want to get rid of. But did you know that not all stress is bad? In fact, there’s a type of stress that’s beneficial and can […]
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Why Journaling Matters Journaling has taken the wellness world by storm, and for good reason. It can be a powerful tool for self-discovery and emotional clarity. For those who prefer a digital approach over pen and paper, we’ve got you covered! Let’s dive into what you can expect from our journaling feature. Track Your Mood
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As we gear up to release the DOPE App, we couldn’t resist giving you a sneak peek of what’s in store! Over the next few weeks, we’ll be sharing exciting features and tips on how to use them, so you’ll be two steps ahead when the app drops. First up, let’s dive into a feature
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You may have heard of Seasonal Affective Disorder, or SAD, a condition that involves recurring shifts in mood—most commonly depression—that coincide with changes in seasons. Often referred to as “winter depression,” SAD typically appears in winter when days are shorter and darker. However, it’s important to distinguish SAD from clinical depression, which persists year-round and
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Having low self-esteem can suck. No honestly, it can! The term ‘Self-esteem’ refers to how we feel and think about ourselves. A myriad of things can affect our self-esteem including bullying, being criticized often, self-comparison for example. In turn this can have a negative impact on how we relate with ourselves and others. So down below
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“Time to get your summer body!”It’s a statement that we often hear each year around April and May when summer is fast approaching. It is a lot of pressure right?! The bikini body, the beach body… why does summer have to be synonymous with our body shape and how slim it is or isn’t? This
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Since 2015 Disability pride month has been celebrated every year and takes place every July. It’s a movement that celebrates people with disabilities and aims to end the stigma of disability. The disability pride flag was initially created by Ann Magil in 2019 and had a bit of a change in 2021 for accessibility purposes.
We often spread awareness about managing anxiety, depression or low mood, but rarely do we ever speak about PTSD or C-PTSD, which is known as complex/ Posttraumatic Stress Disorder. Understanding PTSD and C-PTSD PTSD also known as Post-traumatic stress disorder is a psychological disorder that can occur in people when one has been exposed to
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and this year’s theme set by the Mental Health Foundation is ‘Movement: Moving for Our Mental Health’. Many of us take movement and exercise for granted, despite the fact that it’s scientifically proven to improve our mental health. Moving doesn’t have to mean running every day or hitting the
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Have you ever shared your struggles with someone, only to receive a response like, “Aww, I’m so sorry to hear that, I know how it feels”? It’s a common reaction, one that’s often rooted in sympathy. But what exactly is sympathy, and how does it differ from empathy? Sympathy, as Google puts it, is “feelings
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