Our current social standards celebrate women for being resilient and capable of juggling multiple responsibilities and roles. The cost associated with handling it all often goes unnoticed and comes with a hefty price tag.

It can be an emotional roller coaster trying to decide which path is the correct one to choose. In the process, it’s not uncommon to start losing pieces of yourself. The pressure can further compound your shift in identity.

Here, we’ll explore strategies you can use to help manage the stress, balance your expectations, and regain your sense of identity.

As women, we’ve come a long way. We’ve earned the right to vote, to hold our wages, and to own property. We continue to fight tirelessly for equal rights and equal pay.

It feels as though we still have a steep uphill battle against us. It’s hard not to notice the chaos that’s going on in the world anytime we turn on the television or open up social media.

The stress of it all can easily take its toll and negatively impact our quality of life. In these tumultuous times, knowing how to cope may just be a lifesaver for your well-being.

If you were a victim of childhood trauma, understanding how it can impact you as an adult can make you more aware of what to look for and can encourage you to get the help you deserve. 

Depression is one of the most common mental health conditions in the world. It impacts everyone differently, but most people who experience it have to deal with overwhelming sadness or feelings of hopelessness.

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a short-term, goal-oriented therapy that helps to put a stop to negative thoughts and behaviors associated with depression. It’s an evidence-based therapy that has become one of the most popular treatment options for depression — and other mental health conditions.

Perfectionism is so much more than simply trying to do your best or having high expectations of yourself and/or others. Rather, those expectations are often unrealistic and can impact your self-esteem and your mental well-being. 

Anxiety can take many forms. You might not have anxious, intrusive thoughts 24/7, but certain things can trigger them and make you feel practically paralyzed.

That’s often how it feels for people with social anxiety. You might feel “fine” more often than not. But even the idea of social situations can cause your heart to race and your thoughts to wander to the worst possible places.

Sound familiar?