Hes also a New York Times bestselling author. His books includeBest SelfandOne Decision. Mike makes frequent appearances on The Dr. Phil Show as an expert contributor. Verywell / Julie Bang Why Mike Bayer Is Mentally Strong Mike shares about the struggles he faced in the pastincludingaddiction. He became a counselor and opened a treatment center. Mike talks about other strategies that work for himlike how he challenges hisnegative thinkingand his coaching clients....

While she talks a lot about physical health, she also speaks openly about the importance of mental health. Shes an ambassador forNAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness)and a strong advocate for mental health. She makes it clear that while herOCDanddepressionwere treated, she doesnt consider her journey with mental health over. Verywell / Julie Bang But the truth is, no one is mentally healthy all the time. Everyone struggles to deal with their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors at some point....

But personality is more than just the traits you exhibit; its at the core of who you are. How Your Personality Impacts Your Career Your personality colors your outlook and point of view. That outlook translates into your workplace and career decisions. Verywell Mind / Getty A 2021 study confirmed how powerful personality can be. Gaining insight into your personality traits is a powerful step toward deepeningself-awareness. Leveraging your strengths while acknowledging and managing your weaker areas can increase career satisfaction and effectiveness, she states....

Verywell / Bailey Mariner Everyone has times when they dont feel their best. This can leave you wondering how to feel better mentally. Here’s how to make yourself feel better starting today. Step away from what you are working on and give yourself some time to think about something else. Researchers have found that even taking short breaks can help improve your ability to pay attention. One study compared people who took a short, five-minute break to those who did not get a break....

Leo Patrizi / Getty Images How can you make yourself happy? Keep in mind, however, that happiness means different things to different people. This means assessing the things that actually bring you joy and not what societal expectations tell you about joy. Leo Patrizi / Getty Images Focusing on some of these key areas may help increase your levels of happiness in your daily life. Click below to listen now....

Then, they suddenly develop a range of severe mood and behavior symptoms. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. You or your child is likely experiencing what is often referred to asmedication rebound. Camille Tokerud / Getty Images Fortunately, there are steps it’s possible for you to take to help limit these effects. What Is ADHD Medication Rebound? As an immediate-release or short-actingADHD stimulant medicationstarts to wear off, people sometimes experience negative side effects....

There are strategies you might use to learn how to cope more effectively with both of these feelings. For example, we might actually feel more physical pain. Either of these effects can result in more anxiety. Jamie Grill / Getty Images Think about how anger and stress play out in your life. Does it feel like a vicious circle? You get angry, and it stresses you out, and then feeling stressed out makes you angry....

Maybe you’ve even entertained the fantasy of forcing another driver off the road. Sometimes, this leads to road rage, which can be a scary situation for everyone on the road. And if someone is raging at or near you, steer clear and don’t engage. Sean Murphy/Getty Images Road rage may make us more prone to accidents, but there are other risks as well. People experiencing road rage may faceincreased health risksthat come from high levels of stress, tension, and anger....

Mageirocophobia, or fear ofcooking, can take many forms. If you feel anystigmatied to your condition, it can be even more difficult to deal with. People who don’t struggle with phobias simply can’t fully empathize with what you’re going through. Thomas Barwick/Getty Images However, more severe cases of the phobia can become life-limiting. Living with any phobia can eventually lead to complications ranging fromdepressionto otheranxiety disorders. In addition, food plays an important emotional role in many peoples lives, making mageirocophobia particularly difficult....

You wonder if youll ever feel normal or in control again. One of the most powerful methods for coping with panic attacks is meditation. Numerous studies have shown thatmeditation can decrease anxietyand stress symptoms. Jamie Grill / Getty Images Rest assured, you dont have to be a meditation expert to reap the benefits. This helps quiet down the flight or flight response. How can I quiet my mind when my thoughts are spinning out of control?...

Public Speaking Anxiety Treatment Fortunately, effective treatments for public speaking anxiety are avaible. Such treatment may involve medication, therapy, or a combination of the two. The research also found that VR sessions were effective while being less invasive than in-person treatment sessions. Luis Alvarez / Getty Images Find out which option is the best for you. Public speaking is like any activitybetter preparation equals better performance. Being better prepared will boost your confidence and make it easier to concentrate on delivering your message....

At a Glance Having stressful people in your life can be emotionally draining. But there are things we can do to protect our well-being as we interact with them. Click below to listen now. kali9/Getty Images How to Manage People Who Stress You Out We all havedaily stressors. However, there are also times when dealing with stress requires more of our attention and effort. One example is dealing with"toxic" peoplein our lives....

Kelvin Murray / Getty Images Getting married is exciting, but it can also be incredibly stressful. Wedding planning involves a lot of time, energy, and money. Additionally, the sheer number of decisions you have to make can be overwhelming. Kelvin Murray / Getty Images The pressure of wanting everything to be perfect doesnt help. Add everyones opinions and expectations to the mix and it can feel like a nerve-wracking exercise....