Close Creativity is the ability to come up with or recognize ideas to solve problems, communicate with others, or entertain.Creativityis all about finding new ways of solving problems and approaching situations. This isn’t a skill restricted to artists, musicians, writers, or"right-brained"thinkers; it is a useful skill forpeople from all walks of life. If you’ve ever wanted toboost your creativity, these tips can help. Creativity is the ability to come up with or recognize ideas to solve problems, communicate with others, or entertain....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDevelopmentLevelsTypesImportanceHow to ImproveSelf-ConsciousnessFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Development Levels Types Importance How to Improve Self-Consciousness Frequently Asked Questions Close Self-awareness is your ability to perceive and understand the things that make you who you are as an individual, including your personality, actions, values, beliefs, emotions, and thoughts. Essentially, it is a psychological state in which the self becomes the focus ofattention....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsFriday Fix: Episode 92More About the Podcast Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Friday Fix: Episode 92 More About the Podcast Close OnThe Verywell Mind Podcast, Amy Morin, LCSW, shares the “Friday Fix”—a short episode featuring a quick, actionable tip or exercise to help you manage a specific mental health issue or concern. Have you ever thought about how you deal with uncomfortable emotions?...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsEating HabitsDieting HabitsBinge Eating HabitsPurging HabitsExercise HabitsWhat to Do Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Eating Habits Dieting Habits Binge Eating Habits Purging Habits Exercise Habits What to Do Dieting, purging, binge eating, orexcessive exercisecan be difficult behaviors to change. The reason these unhealthy actions can be so hard to overcome is that they have become strong habits. As with the formation of any habit, changing these behaviors takes some time and effort....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsUnderstanding the Blame CycleCauses of Blame in RelationshipsConsequences of the Blame GameHow to Navigate Blame ConstructivelyCultivating Healthy Relationship Patterns Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Understanding the Blame Cycle Causes of Blame in Relationships Consequences of the Blame Game How to Navigate Blame Constructively Cultivating Healthy Relationship Patterns Close A cycle of blame in a relationship occurs when one person places the blame for whatever has gone wrong onto their partner, and makes that blame the focus of their complaint or a conflict....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsReasons to Break Up With Your TherapistHow to Break Up With Your Therapist Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Reasons to Break Up With Your Therapist How to Break Up With Your Therapist Close Finding the right therapistcan be challenging, and you may have to try working with a few different therapists before you find the right fit for you. For therapy to be successful, it’s important for you to have a strongtherapeutic alliancewith your therapist....

Close Conventional wisdomtells us that it takes about four weeks to build a habit. But is that really true? If you’re trying to eat more nutritiously or live ananti-aginglifestyle generally, how long will it take for a new healthy habit to stick? There’s no doubt that establishing regular healthy habits (or breaking bad ones) can improve your longevity. Once healthy behaviors — likequitting smoking, drinking only in moderation, or getting regular exercise — are entrenched into your regular schedule, you’re more likely to do them consistently....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsOverviewInterdependence vs. CodependenceCharacteristicsBuilding Interdependent RelationshipsNext in Working On It GuideHow #CoupleGoals Affect Our Relationships Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Overview Interdependence vs. Codependence Characteristics Building Interdependent Relationships Next in Working On It Guide Close Most of us value connection with others, especially in ourromantic relationships. In fact, we are wired for connection and it allows us to create bonds and intimacy with our partner....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHow Chronic Illness Affects Mental HealthHow to Build Community and Feel Good About Yourself Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How Chronic Illness Affects Mental Health How to Build Community and Feel Good About Yourself Close Every Friday onThe Verywell Mind Podcast, host Minaa B., a licensed social worker, mental health educator, and author of “Owning Our Struggles,” interviews experts, wellness advocates, and individuals with lived experiences about community care and its impact on mental health....

Close Respect is a vital component of anyhealthy relationship. People may argue and disagree, but they should maintain respect for one another. When someone disregards or belittles another’s feelings, interests, opinions, or beliefs, the relationship will suffer. Here’s a look at what respect means and how to nurture it in your relationship. What Is Respect in a Relationship?“Respect is the foundation of any healthy relationship. It means valuing your partner, accepting them for who they are, and treating them with kindness, compassion, and understanding....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsUse AffirmationForgive YourselfAccept ComplimentsBe KindMake Changes Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Use Affirmation Forgive Yourself Accept Compliments Be Kind Make Changes Self-esteemrefers to an individual’s overall subjective feelings of personal value and self-worth. It can have an effect on many areas of life, including substance use and recovery. Low self-esteemhas been linked to the onset of drug use, and research has also shown a connection between low self-esteem andbehavioral addictionsincludinginternet addiction,eating problems, andcompulsive buying....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTake a Short WalkBreathe DeeplyVisualize ReliefReframe Your SituationRelax Your MusclesSniff Something SoothingWrite It DownDrink Some WaterChew Gum Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Take a Short Walk Breathe Deeply Visualize Relief Reframe Your Situation Relax Your Muscles Sniff Something Soothing Write It Down Drink Some Water Chew Gum Close Too muchstresscan feeloverwhelming, and it often sneaks up on us. When you need to relax your mind and body immediately, try these nine quick, easy strategies....

Close OnThe Verywell Mind Podcast, Amy Morin, LCSW, interviews authors, experts, entrepreneurs, athletes, musicians, and other inspirational people about the strategies that help them think, feel, and do their best in life. Meet Lori Gottlieb Lori Gottlieb is a psychotherapist and author of theNew York TimesbestsellerMaybe You Should Talk to Someone. In addition to her clinical practice, she writes a weekly column forThe Atlanticcalled “Dear Therapist,” andcontributes regularly to many other publications....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhy Your Child Wants a ChangeWhy a Parent Wants a ChangeHow to Change Your Child’s Therapist Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Why Your Child Wants a Change Why a Parent Wants a Change How to Change Your Child’s Therapist Close As a parent, it can be challenging tofind a therapistfor your child. You might search various directories for someone with expertise in your child’s symptoms or diagnosis, contact yourinsurance providerto inquire about coverage, and ask friends and other people you trust for recommendations before starting services....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSigns It Might Be Time to Change TherapistsHow to Change Your Therapist Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Signs It Might Be Time to Change Therapists How to Change Your Therapist Close First things first: If you’re currently receiving care from amental health professional, please take a moment to celebrate this feat. It takes a lot of courage to acknowledge you need some support....