“I don’t need help; I can do it myself.”

In general, we tend to view independence as a strength and dependence as a weakness. This belief, when taken to the extreme, leads to an overcompensation of independence. Hyper-independence is a perfect example of how too much of a good thing can be a bad thing

Feeling lonely, lost, or just want to remember what life’s about? These are some book recommendations to accompany you through and lift you out of that funk.

Maybe you’ve had a rough week, or are feeling overwhelmed with lots of work and back-to-back meetings. With an endless to-do list – paying bills, catching up with friends, doing chores – it seems like there isn’t ever time for ourselves. Our social battery only lasts so long, and our physical and emotional health can only tolerate so much! We need to take time to focus on ourselves, so we don’t easily feel emotionally, socially, or physically drained.

Struggling with your mental health but reluctant to seek professional help because of the potential financial toll? Don't worry; free support is available. Here's a list of them.