When you are not thinking clearly, you may commit actions that you will later regret. A type of yoga called Yoga Nidra can help you eliminate unhealthy behavior patterns by putting you in a calmer state of mind. Yoga Nidra can make you self-aware and less impulsive, making it less likely for you to partake […]
Author Archives: Alta Loma
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Emotional lability is a term used to describe rapid, often extreme, fluctuations in mood. High emotional lability can be seen in those with borderline personality disorder and bipolar disorder, in which you experience a variety of positive emotions with corresponding negative emotions that are also very intense. If emotional lability interferes with your relationships and […]
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If you’ve been through treatment, you’ve most likely learned a lot about staying committed to a sober life. Still, sometimes a reminder about how much control you have over your mood, happiness, and commitment can be nice. It’s not easy to do what you’ve done, but it would be much harder to give up. Staying […]
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Anxiety has a tendency to keep us awake. We all have thoughts in our heads and no means to turn them off at bedtime. “Brain dumping” is a technique to get everything that is in your head out in the open so you can be clear of ruminating thoughts disturbing your sleep. Brain Fatigue Imagine […]
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[fusion_builder_container type=”flex” hundred_percent=”no” equal_height_columns=”no” hide_on_mobile=”small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility” background_position=”center center” background_repeat=”no-repeat” fade=”no” background_parallax=”none” parallax_speed=”0.3″ video_aspect_ratio=”16:9″ video_loop=”yes” video_mute=”yes” border_style=”solid”][fusion_builder_row][fusion_builder_column type=”1_1″ type=”1_1″ background_position=”left top” border_style=”solid” border_position=”all” spacing=”yes” background_repeat=”no-repeat” margin_top=”0px” margin_bottom=”0px” animation_speed=”0.3″ animation_direction=”left” hide_on_mobile=”small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility” center_content=”no” last=”no” hover_type=”none”][fusion_text] Bipolar disorder is a mental health disorder characterized by “high” and “low” mood states of mania, hypomania, and depression. People with bipolar type I […]
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Self-esteem is one of the essential pieces of personality. High self-esteem is a predictor for happiness and healthy relationships, while low self-esteem is a predictor for addiction, depression, and crime. Feeling poorly about yourself can give you the sense that your actions don’t matter, and it can fuel self-destructive behavior, whereas feeling highly of yourself […]
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Science strongly supports the idea that being physically active makes you more emotionally resilient, relieves stress, and makes you feel happier. However, what does science have to say about recreation in general? Thankfully, it isn’t just aerobic activities that feed your brain. Weight lifting and physically active leisure activities both boost your mood. Mental Health, […]
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Psychomotor agitation is one of the primary symptoms of bipolar disorder. It causes a person to feel restless and “wound up,” both physically and mentally. People with bipolar disorder typically describe feeling as if their thoughts are racing, and they may become fidgety and unable to control their movements at rest. If you have bipolar […]
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The purpose of the COVID-19 vaccine is to prevent those who take it from experiencing the severe symptoms of COVID-19. However, positive, unintended consequences also come from getting the vaccine. New research published in PLOS ONE journal titled “COVID-19 Vaccines and Mental Distress” has shown that those who have gotten the COVID-19 vaccine have experienced better […]
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Opioids are often found in the form of prescription medications for pain relief; however, some illegal opioids include heroin and fentanyl. This class of drugs can be highly addictive, and withdrawals can be intensely uncomfortable if undergone without assistance. Withdrawal symptoms can be a significant barrier to full recovery from addiction, but medications can often […]