Self-Acceptance Without Forced Positivity

Self-Acceptance Without Forced Positivity

Self-acceptance means making room for the person you are now, including qualities you value, things you find difficult and limits you did not choose. You can care about yourself while wanting something to change. You do not have to feel positive all day, love every...
Anxious Right Now? 9 Practical Ways to Settle

Anxious Right Now? 9 Practical Ways to Settle

When anxiety rises, it can be hard to decide what to do next. You may notice tense muscles, racing thoughts or an urge to keep checking what might go wrong. Start with one manageable response rather than trying every technique at once. If symptoms are new, severe or...
Getting Support for Self-Harm Urges

Getting Support for Self-Harm Urges

If you have seriously injured yourself, taken an overdose or may be in immediate danger, contact emergency services or go to an emergency department. If you are thinking about suicide or are not sure you can stay safe, seek crisis support now. In the United States,...