by benforred | Jan 2, 2016 | Mental Health, Stress
The last year has been a monsoon of emotions and personal events that included a long bout of depression from increased health issues, the death of a beloved great uncle, and the emotional loss of individuals I once deeply cherished. With the ups and downs...
by benforred | Aug 18, 2015 | Activity, Health, Stress, Symptoms
I thoroughly enjoy traveling, learning about the local culture and exploring the sights. I long to travel the world, whether it be state, country, or continents and I have my own travel bucket list I’m completing. Yet the tolls of travel are becoming more...
by benforred | Aug 8, 2015 | Mental Health, Stress, Support
When we are presented with moments and events of extreme emotional distress and overwhelming stress, we place ourselves and others around us in danger. Perhaps it is not a life threatening or immediate danger but the stress carries over from ourselves to others as it...
by benforred | Jul 23, 2015 | Crisis, Mental Health, PTSD, Stress
I lay on the cool, hard floor; resting my head upon my dog’s shoulders, tears stream down my cheeks, and wrap my arms tightly around his neck. I cling to him for dear life as I contemplate my own life. I’m home alone and no one is due to come around for...
by benforred | Mar 15, 2015 | Health, Mental Health, Stress, Support, Symptoms
This Post includes Sponsored Link Stress is a powerful energy that can help and harm us. Stress can serve to motivate us to take action and complete tasks but it also can place great pressure on our mind and body with negative consequences. Stress affects every part...
by benforred | Dec 28, 2013 | Activity, Health, Job, Stress, Support
It’s been awhile again, I know. I apologize. The drains of work at times, more frequent than not, are overwhelming. With changes and added responsibilities requiring later nights periodically and the fear of increased frequency has been wearing on me. I remember...
