Distinguishing Depression from Burnout As a self-identifying workaholic, burnout is a term I am far too familiar with. I’ve worked myself to the bone before, taking on four different jobs while being a full-time student and being a Research Assistant in a social psychology lab. My schedule has had practically no white space in the […]
Self Compassion as a Perfectionist Perfectionism in the South Asian community is so common that you would rarely find a household in which family members don’t say, “You got a 98, why didn’t you get a 100?” or “You should’ve reached your goal faster.” We have to work harder, faster, better every single day of
BALANCING GENDER ROLES IN RELATIONSHIP In today’s age of modern relationships, the dynamics of gender roles have undergone a major transformation. Binary roles may still exist, but traditional gender expectations no longer seem to be in play as much as before. This shift has paved the way for more equitable and balanced relationships, where individuals
Navigating Anxiety: Physical Manifestations The constant pulsating pain like a pit in your stomach, the trembling of your hands, the feeling of being choked, unable to breathe – anxiety can be a devastating mental illness. I’ve experienced anxiety since I was little, and learning how to cope with it has been incredibly helpful. Navigating anxiety
Nurturing Back-to-School Mental Health: A Guide for Mothers & Children As Summer fades into Fall, we unfortunately come to the dawn of the back-to-school season for this year. Excitement over seeing friends again, anxiousness over which teachers we’re going to get, and most of all, the exhaustion of needing the fix our sleep schedules –
COPING WITH BIRTH TRAUMA: SUPPORT & RESOURCES Birth trauma refers to the psychological and emotional distress experienced by parents during the childbirth process. It can arise from a variety of factors, such as complicated deliveries, unexpected medical interventions, emergency cesarean sections, or the loss of a child during birth. The impact of birth trauma on
Exploring Intergenerational Trauma: Understanding the Impact on BIPOC Mental Health July is BIPOC Mental Health Month! This month is important to reflect on the history of our BIPOC Communities and discuss how mental health has transformed, and what still needs to be done. One important concept to consider is intergenerational trauma. Intergenerational trauma is a
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Unlearning people pleasing “Do what your elders say.” That’s what I was always told in my family. “Follow your dreams,” and “live freely,” were just the cheesy quotes I read online. Just two years ago, if I had to tell my personal story about people pleasing, this would be a completely different post. I used
Queering Bollywood: The Influence of Media on South Asian LGBTQ+ Mental Health I grew up watching White & straight dominated media, living in a sheltered Indian community in the Midwest. I didn’t know what the LGBTQ+ community was until late middle school, when I started discovering more about myself, too. The lack of representation of
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Mental Health Awareness Month: Why it Matters and How to Celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month is an annual observance held in May, dedicated to raising awareness about mental health, promoting mental wellness, and advocating for mental health policies. We Rise Therapy celebrated this month through posting informational content, and our Founder, Neha Darji, moderated a
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