Learn how to improve your mental health according to science and research.

MENTAL HEALTH

Barbara Kvelstein Barbara Kvelstein

Mental Toughness

It is not just a catchphrase. Mental toughness is one of the key components of living well. Some people have it more naturally, while others learn to develop it through hardships and challenges. However, we can all rely on it when going through something or trying to achieve our goals. Keep reading to find out more.

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Barbara Kvelstein Barbara Kvelstein

American Privilege

The United States is a first-world country with plenty of individual and collective opportunities and freedoms, as stated in the American Bill of Rights. However, only 16% of Gen Z say they are proud to be American. Why is that? And how does it affect your mental health?

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Barbara Kvelstein Barbara Kvelstein

The Dangerous Lie of Online Beauty

The tiny waisted, plumped lipped, and full bottomed aliens are not real. It’s all technology, making the rest of us suffer under false pretenses. Learn about the beauty lie, and the importance of a truthful self-image, both online and in the real world.

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Barbara Kvelstein Barbara Kvelstein

Maybe You Don’t Need Therapy

Despite the immense rise in therapy for Gen Z, the mental health of American youth is considered to be in a crisis. The suicide rates are up, and a significant part of young people are struggling to fulfill their goals and build a solid future. Maybe there’s another way.

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Barbara Kvelstein Barbara Kvelstein

6-Step Plan to Beat Body Image Anxiety

Humans don’t look like the fake images online. We have flaws, we have beauty, and we have secret yearnings to look a certain way. Keep reading to discover the truth about body image and how to achieve a healthy one for yourself.

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Barbara Kvelstein Barbara Kvelstein

Self-love is a Scam?

Is self-love a birthright? According to many influencers, celebrities, your parents and teachers…yes. Well, I don’t agree. True self-love stems from respect, and that has to be earned. Keep reading to find out more.

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Barbara Kvelstein Barbara Kvelstein

A Girls Right to Win

As western society celebrates transgender athletes excelling in female categories, I wanted to research the science behind biological differences between sexes and the consequences it can have on the current female athletes and on the generations to follow. Maybe there’s a better solution for everyone?

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