Trigger warning: this article discusses a depressive disorder and suicidality. If you are someone who menstruates, it is very likely that you have experienced premenstrual syndrome (PMS). This can usually include mood swings, headaches, nausea, bloating, etc. However, premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) is much more extreme. Symptoms include drastic drops in mood and a lack …
Since 1948, Palestinian citizens have been experiencing extremely tough circumstances. Their lives have turned into a day-by-day struggle to survive. War, in all its forms, can have tremendously dire consequences on those who experience it. War can change your life completely. For decades, Palestinians have lived a completely identity-shattering life and have continuously prayed for …
At some point in time, you, like many others, may have experienced some sort of pattern of procrastination. While many of us have avoided a thing or two on our to-do list for a couple of days, others may have never ended up doing the task that they were meant to do. Regularly procrastinating tasks …
A common misconception when people think about the word mindfulness is that it has to be revolved around a peaceful exercise such as yoga or deep breathing – but mindfulness is much more than that. Though you must be in an accepting state of mind and enter the practice with a positive attitude – it …
Phrases such as “why are you crying? Are you a girl?” has been at least heard once in an Arab household with a man or young boy. Toxic masculinity, though not thoroughly discussed, is highly prevalent within the region. Emotions are often feminized and considered a weakness in a “real man”. Older generations might argue …