Mental Health & Well-Being
The lies depression will tell you (Part 3)
by Queen D, July 26, 2018
Depression isn’t just sad, it’s a World-Class Liar. It whispers things like “you’ll be alone forever” or “you’ll never matter.” But these are distortions, not facts.
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The lies depression will tell you (Part 2)
by Queen D, July 18, 2018
Depression’s favorite lie in Part 2? “I’m a burden.” Or “I’m a failure.” Sound familiar? Here’s how to spot those fibs, shut them down, and stop believing them.
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The lies depression will tell you (Part 1)
by Queen D, July 12, 2018
Depression is like a Western movie showdown in your head, whispering stuff like “you’ll never get over this” in cowboy villain voice. Spoiler: those thoughts aren’t real.
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“I deserve love”: 3 simple hard words
by Queen D, June 20, 2018
If you whisper “I deserve love” or say it while looking in the mirror, how does it make you feel? Happy? Sad? Making these words true is essentia. And yes, you really do deserve it.
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Why Asking for Help Feels So Hard, Even When You Need It
by Queen D, April 11, 2018
Asking for help feels awkward and weird. Sure, you’re relieved when they say yes—but now you kinda want to avoid them forever. Why do we do that? Here are 5 reasons.
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What people with high self-esteem do and don’t do
by Queen D, February 14, 2018
High self-esteem is about habits. It’s praising effort over results, speaking up even when your voice shakes, and avoiding the trap of comparing yourself to everyone.
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Interview with Dr. Bob Rich (Part 2): Building Resilience
by Queen D, November 29, 2017
Dr Bob never lectures from a soapbox—he talks like a friend. In this interview, he dives into why escapism is our stress go-to, and why acceptance might be your superpower.
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Interview with Dr. Bob Rich (Part 1): Distorted Beliefs
by Queen D, November 23, 2017
Psychologist Dr Bob Rich is as wise as he is kind. In our interview, he talks about toxic myths, distorted beliefs, and how to see the world (and yourself) more clearly.
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What’s eating you? Common Emotional Eating Triggers
by Queen D, September 29, 2017
Ever find yourself going elbow-deep in a bag of chips when you’re not even hungry? Here’s why your brain drags you to the pantry.
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Early Life Crisis: Mental Health Red Flags in Younger Generations
by Queen D, September 22, 2017
Teen depression, anxiety, and emotional burnout are climbing fast. This isn’t typical “growing pains.” These alarming trends signal a mental health crisis that cannot be ignored.