In this series on core beliefs, we are discussing how these self-imposed and self-defining thought patterns can either help or hinder you and your life. Because of childhood maltreatment, many survivors are left struggling to find who they are and struggling with many core beliefs that are not helpful. This…

All of us have core beliefs that we hold about ourselves. These beliefs shape who we fundamentally are and how we behave. This article, the first in this series, will focus on negative core beliefs, what they are, and how they affect our lives. What are Core Beliefs? Core beliefs…

The following article will discuss the sexual abuse of children by women. Viewer discretion is advised. For far too long, society has avoided discussing women who abuse children. …

People with complex post-traumatic stress disorder (CPTSD) or living in other distress usually come from dysfunctional homes. These survivors have endured many traumas perpetrated by their family members, and after reaching adulthood, many of these grown children choose to have little to no contact with their family of origin. This…

Suicide has become prevalent in the United States, with men dying nearly twice as often as women. One of the greatest causes of suicide among men is society’s damage to their self-esteem. This article will focus on enhancing the self-esteem of men to prevent them from dying by suicide. What…

This article will be tough to read and may trigger some people. Caution is advised. Suicide is tricky to write about because it brings up so many negative connotations. …

How do you see yourself? Do you look in the mirror and see a beautiful piece of art? Or do you see a monster staring back at you? Many men’s body image is negative, and they need help to raise their self-esteem and sense of self. This article shall explore…

The word trauma has become a buzzword in today’s culture, with many choosing to use it to describe everything from a mildly bad experience with a possible significant other to a hung nail. Trauma describes life-altering events, and this article will discover with you what trauma is and how you…

Depression is a common ailment in our ever more complicated world. You feel down and may weep for a few days until whatever triggered your depression is somewhat reconciled, and you move on. This is not the case with major depressive disorder (MDD). People who have MDD are not able…