A lot of people search on the internet, “How can I stay mentally sane at work?” Well, one of the best ways to stay healthier and productive at work is to say no to toxicity. A toxic workplace drenches us mentally and physically, but have you ever thought about what makes a workplace toxic? Research shows that unethical, disrespectful, and non-inclusive bosses majorly make the workplace toxic. I still remember the boss or manager at my first job was so calmsage

A random guy on social media used the term “depression naps.” After some research, I found that there are millions of posts, tweets, reposts, and hashtags related to the subject “depression naps.” Well, is that a thing in psychology? I’m curious if social media users have created and broadcasted this term without even thinking about the outcome or consequences related to it! Someone posted, “depression nap” in the caption as if it’s nothing but a common trending term. I saw calmsage

A perfect roommate is a myth! Some roommates are unhygienic, unkind, arrogant, manipulative, toxic, and the list goes on. Living with an inconsiderate or bad roommate is a challenging task especially when you have your own battles to fight, such people not only make you frustrated but also disturb your mental peace (knowingly or unknowingly). Changing flats again and again or living alone can never be a permanent solution. Then, what to do? Well, if you’re confused about how to calmsage

One of the experiences that ties us together is anxiety – not a very positive experience, mind you, but surely a universal one. For many, anxiety goes beyond the occasional worry spells and can turn into a chronic disorder that severely impacts your daily life. Knowing anxiety and its disorders can help you get the right treatment. Out of all tools, The Beck Anxiety Inventory comes as one of the most used tools to measure anxiety levels. Aaron T. Beck calmsage

Relationships are hard work; you need to put time, patience, and respect into getting to know someone. You and I, we’re all humans, and as such liable to make mistakes. I remember the mistakes I made when I was growing up, becoming an adult from a teen. I made mistakes in making friends, and I made mistakes in making wrong decisions (at that time). But, the best part is that I learned. There were always hidden lessons to learn from calmsage

Depression is a common but serious mental health condition that affects millions. The condition can be characterized by feelings of persistent sadness, hopelessness, a lack of interest, and a lack of motivation, among other symptoms. Knowing what triggers depression can be one of the steps in coping with them, effectively. When we talk about depression triggers, we include internal and external triggers. Triggers can be anything – sounds, sights, smells, or events that bring difficult emotions to the surface. Depression calmsage