Perfectionism is often praised as a strength, but behind the drive for flawless performance lies a dark side: anxiety, burnout, and low self-worth. At its core, perfectionism is less about doing your best and more about feeling like you’ll never be good enough, no matter how much you achieve.
Group therapy is a form of psychotherapy where multiple individuals meet together with a licensed mental health professional, in a supportive and structured environment, to work through emotional challenges and personal growth goals.
In a culture that prioritizes independence and self-sufficiency, it’s easy to overlook one of the most powerful contributors to mental health: connection. But, why does community matter so much for our mental health?
If you’ve ever been told to try "meditating" when you’re stressed, anxious, or overwhelmed, it might have felt a little too simple—maybe even dismissive. Let’s take a grounded, honest look at meditation: what it is, how it works in the brain and body, and why it’s become such a widely used tool in mental health care.