Managing our mental health is as important as our physical health.
We all visit our doctor during an illness, but we should also seek help if we experience psychological challenges. There are still stigmas in society that prevent people experiencing mental health issues to speak up and ask for help.
There are 5 common misconceptions about mental health and 3 ways to help ourselves if we are experiencing a mental health challenge.
It is common for us to feel anxious during important events in life such as public speaking, a job interview, or going on a first date. Today, I will teach a 3-minute meditation that can quickly help reduce your anxiety.
Sigmund Freud originally introduced the theory of Defense Mechanisms.
In this context, defense implies protection and means we use various psychological strategies to avoid or reduce anxiety. We may not be aware that we have Defense Mechanisms. They are usually quick and unconscious.
In this video, I will introduce 9 common types of Defense Mechanisms. They can either have a negative or positive impact. They may keep us from losing control of our emotions or prevent feelings of anxiety. However, they can also stop us from facing reality and have us live in denial. If you have concerns about your own Defense Mechanisms, you may want to seek help from a mental health professional.
