Sarah Mason / Getty Images Being spontaneous involveschanging up your routine with your partner. You might choose to plan something new or unexpected. Acts of spontaneity heighten the excitement in relationships. Sarah Mason / Getty Images For some people, acting spontaneously can be scary. Individuals who fear a negative outcome can have trouble doing something new. You might feel like youre risking the loss of your security blanket. Other individuals fear that making a change, even a small one, could mean losing control....

In some ways, a better word for success might be attainment, accomplishment, or progress. There may not be a perfect combination of ingredients that can guarantee success. People who possess a fixed mindset believe that things such asintelligenceare static and unchangeable. Guido Mieth / Getty Images People who believe that they are capable of growth are more likely to achieve success. When things get tough, they look for ways to improve their skills and keep working toward success....

This makes it easier to take the next step:becoming more vulnerablewith the people you care about most. Examples of vulnerability include sharing your emotions, talking about your mistakes, and being honest about your needs. Vulnerability is associated with a number of challenging emotional states. Verywell / Theresa Chiechi For example, it can play a role in disappointment, shame, and grief. The fear of vulnerability is also related to afear of rejectionand afear of abandonment....

Meet LeAnn Rimes LeAnn Rimes is a singer/songwriter, actress, and author. Why LeAnn Rimes Is Mentally Strong LeAnn talks about the impact thepandemic had on her. She shares her experiences because she knows many other people can relate. Verywell / Julie Bang Shes hoping that sharing her story will reduce some of thestigma associated with mental health. And walk through it because you never know where its going to take you....

For some, this mood change is temporary and easily managed with lifestyle modifications. There are things it’s possible for you to do to beat the winter blues. Winter Blues vs. Its just like sadness vs. depression. Martin Dimitrov / Getty Images That can affect most peoples dispositions, she says. SAD is a more complex disorder that is not just sadness. If the symptoms get this severe, its crucial to seek professional mental health services immediately....

Typically, child psychologists look at development from the prenatal period through adolescence. The answer to this question can vary a great deal depending upon exactly where a child psychologist works. For this reason, it is important to check with your state to determine the licensing requirements. Steve Debenport / Getty Images These professionals evaluate clients, diagnose mental disorders, administer psychological tests and conduct therapy sessions among other things. The increased awareness of child mental health should also help spur the demand for child psychologists....

People often assume therapists mustearn a Ph.D. in psychologyto provide therapy to clients. But these professionals can vary greatly in terms of what they do and even where they work. For instance, aclinical psychologistandlicensed professional counselorcan both work with a variety of mental health concerns in various tweaks. Verywell / Jo Zixuan Zhou Some psychology career paths can also take you into a particular specialty. Asubstance abuse therapistworks with people dealing with drug and alcohol misuse while amarriage and family therapistfocuses on relationship issues....

What do you do if you love psychology but have no interest in working in mental health? Fortunately, psychology is a very diverse field, and there are plenty of opportunities. One that you might consider is becoming a research psychologist. Hero Images / Getty Images I don’t want to work in mental health, so my ultimate plan is to become a researcher. What pop in of psychology degree do I need if I want to work in research?...

Just pick up any popular magazine to see any number ofself-helparticles that synthesize current psychology research. How can you determine if these reports are credible or not? By understanding how to identify trustworthy information, you could become an informed psychology consumer. Tang Ming Tung / Getty Images Statistics can be incredibly deceiving if used improperly. Funding can come from a variety of sources including government agencies, non-profit groups, and large corporations....

Fortunately, there are many things you could do to develop mental strength. You might even do some of them already without realizing that theyre helping you grow mentally stronger. There are always opportunities to grow mentally stronger. Verywell / Julie Bang And no matter how strong you are already, theres always room for growth. Mental strengthisnt the same as mental health. Building mental strength can prevent some mental illnesses and it can decrease the symptoms of others....

Many things compete for your attention, and the pressure to multitask can be stifling. And it can contribute to a host of problems, such as overeating and consuming too much sugar. Pay keen attention to how you fuel your body. Verywell / Alex Dos Diaz Be present with your food and resist the urge to multitask while you eat. Pay attention to each bite that you’re taking. Chew your food slowly and savor the taste....

Meet KJ Smith KJ Smith moved to Los Angeles after college to pursue a career in acting. She landed appearances in a variety of shows over the years and worked her way into bigger roles. She isnt shy about talking about her mental health. Verywell / Julie Bang She has become an advocate fortherapyandself-care. She is very open about her struggles with mental health and the steps she is taking to staymentally strong....

But when she was on TV, producers often commented on the appearance of her skin. She has rosacea which causes her skin to look red. She believed in herself, however. Verywell / Hetal Rathod And she worked hard to build a major company that she eventually sold to LOreal. Its filled with helpful tips that can inspire anyone who has struggled with self-doubt. When her birth mother initially didnt want to meet her, she felt rejected, depressed, and anxious....