Summary Surrender is often misunderstood as giving up, but in mental health recovery, it’s a powerful tool of acceptance and self-compassion. This post explores how surrender, letting go of control over what cannot be changed: reduces stress enhances emotional resilience supports sustainable healing  Drawing from psychological research and practical strategies, learn how adopting surrender can transform your recovery journey.  Learning to Let Go and Find Strength There have been many times when I found myself locked in a relentless internal battle. I fought my emotions, intrusive thoughts, and circumstances that at times were far beyond my control. Every attempt to push through felt exhausting and ultimately futile. I was pouring energy into resisting reality, and the harder I pushed, the heavier the weight felt on my shoulders. One day, amid this struggle, I realized that my fight against what I couldn’t change was actually holding me back. True progress didn’t c...

Like many people, I’ve always prided myself on being a multitasker. I juggle work, parenting, and personal goals all at once, believing that the more I can do simultaneously, the more productive I am. However, I’ve recently started to realize that multitasking may be doing more harm than good. It’s something I’m still working on, but acknowledging how multitasking impacts my mental health has been eye-opening. In this post, I’ll share my insights on the hidden costs of multitasking and why slowing down can actually help us achieve more in the long run. How Multitasking Affects People Living with Depression and Anxiety Multitasking might seem like a necessary skill in our constantly connected lives, but in my experience living with depression and anxiety, it often does more harm than good. When you're dealing with depression , even simple tasks can feel draining. Multitasking, in particular, can worsen symptoms. Here's how: Concentration fades quickly, making it harder to st...

The Psychology of Boredom: Why It’s Good for Your Brain As someone who thrives on productivity and constant activity, I’ve often struggled with boredom. It’s uncomfortable, even frustrating, and can sometimes feel like wasted time. For me, this goes deeper than just a dislike of idleness—it's also tied to a trauma response. Sitting still has never felt safe or natural. Constant motion has been my way of coping, distracting, and surviving. But over time, I’ve learned that boredom isn’t necessarily a bad thing. In fact, it can be a powerful tool for personal growth and mental health. It’s still something I’m working on, but I’ve started to embrace those quiet moments as opportunities for creativity, reflection, and self-awareness.  In this post, I’ll share what I’ve learned about the surprising benefits of boredom and how you can start to see it in a new light, too. Boredom is often seen as a nuisance – a state of mind to avoid at all costs. We live in a world full of distractions, ...