The peaks and valleys of life are impossible to predict, so it's important to plan accordingly. Prepare an emotional first aid kit to help you navigate the challenges of life in a healthy way. Fill the kit with things that bring you joy, remind you of what matters to you, and provide you some kind of grounding or comfort.
Over 17 million people in the U.S. were diagnosed with a major depressive episode in 2017. But it's not just those who have been diagnosed (or the many who remain undiagnosed) who suffer, they have families who must navigate depression fallout, a complex series of emotions and reactions set into motion.
People with average IQs and high EQs (emotional intelligence) typically make substantially more money than those with high IQs. In fact, recent studies have shown that people who can effectively understand and manage their emotions make nearly $30,000 more per year, just from enjoying more success, often from being more empathetic and getting along well with others.
The quality of your past relationships can help form how to relate and interact with people in your life. These interactions are affected by your attachment style: secure, anxious-preoccupied, dismissive-avoidant, or fearful-avoidant.
Parasocial relationships through Youtube are a thing. And whether it is a good or bad thing is up for debate. But, let's be clear: Youtubers are not your friends.
Keep the people who make you laugh and feel joyful close--they are actually good for your health. Laugher has myriad benefits and can even help reduce pain! We take a dive into gelotology (the study of laughter) to understand how laughter can improve quality of life AND longevity.