If you have ever had a major depressive episode, you are 80% more likely to experience another one. Understanding the four types of major depressive episodes and key indicators that a depressive episode is on the horizon can help us prevent a major depressive episode. The five types of major depressive episodes are melancholic, atypical,…

Depression is profoundly physical and feels physically heavy because it is. Depression isn’t just in our minds; it’s in our nervous system, our hormones, our muscles, our entire nervous system. When we talk about depression, we talk a lot about serotonin and dopamine but rarely unpack norepinephrine. Norepinephrine, also known as noradrenaline, is responsible for…

Anger is not inherently good or bad. Like all emotions, it has a purpose. When harnessed and expressed in healthy ways, anger can be a powerful force for change and protection. The key is understanding the difference between good and bad anger. Good anger is constructive, controlled, conscious, and purposeful. It arises in response to…