Mental Health

Why Rest Isn’t Lazy: The Power of Doing Nothing for Your Mind In a world that glorifies productivity, it’s easy to feel guilty for slowing down. We’re taught that success comes from constant motion — from checking off to-do lists and pushing through exhaustion. But I learned the hard way that rest isn’t a sign of weakness or laziness. It’s one of the most powerful forms of self-care you can give your mind. The Pressure to Always Be Doing Something For years, I tied my worth to how much I accomplished. If I wasn’t working, creating, or improving something, I felt like I was falling behind. Rest felt unproductive — almost shameful. But that constant pressure eventually caught up with me. I began noticing the toll it took on my focus and mood. My mind felt foggy. My patience ran thin. Even when I did take a break, I couldn’t enjoy it because I kept thinking about what I “should” be doing instead. That’s when I realized I was burning out — mentally and emotionally. The Science ...

Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month: Why It’s Time to Talk Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month: Why It’s Time to Talk June marks Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month , a time dedicated to shedding light on a subject that has too often been ignored or buried beneath phrases like “man up” , “tough it out” , or “real men don’t cry.” The truth? Men are struggling . Many just don’t feel like they’re allowed to show it. While awareness around mental health has grown, the conversation still falls short when it comes to men. The stigma surrounding mental health for men remains deeply rooted in outdated ideas about masculinity and emotional suppression. And this silence has a cost — one that’s often paid with relationships, burnout, addiction, and tragically, lives. The Silent Struggle It’s a well-documented fact: men are significantly less likely to seek help for mental health issues than women. Despite experiencing stress, anxiety, and de...