Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Image Credit: Shutterstock. "You're so strong!" is a compliment given mostly when someone is smiling while life is tossing them ...

Do you ever catch yourself worrying about what might happen next or replaying an awkward conversation for the 10th time? You're not alone. But you're also not helping yourself. As a therapist for ...

Is self-compassion more important than self-esteem? Studies suggest that it is. Growing up, I learned that self-esteem was critical, but the idea of self-compassion was less focused upon. Do they mean ...

I’ve always been fascinated by how some people seem to bounce back from challenges stronger than ever, while others feel shattered by the smallest setback. Maybe it’s because I grew up in a family ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. When you're around a strong woman, there's a certain vibe you can't ignore. It's not just about confidence; it's a mix of ...

While stress causes some people to crumble, mentally strong people are able to thrive despite added tension. In fact, they view adversity as an opportunity for growth. Whether they're dealing with ...

Life has a way of throwing some real curveballs that you really aren't expecting. From having to juggle an overflow of responsibilities and tasks to a setback that means things have to be put on the ...

Recently, upon the recommendation of a friend, I read a book titled 13 Things Mentally Strong People Don’t Do by Amy Morin. Predictably, the book offers thirteen suggestions on what not to do if you ...

Strength doesn’t always look loud or commanding. In fact, some of the strongest personalities are the quietest ones in the room. These individuals rarely dominate conversations or demand attention, ...

There's a pervasive belief that mental illness stems from weakness. It's not true. Unfortunately, however, this belief is so widely held that some people don't recognize that they're attaching a ...