Health

List of the Most Common Maladaptive Coping Mechanisms

Coping and defense mechanisms are behavioral dispositions we use to cope with life stressors and adverse situations. They are important to our social-emotional functioning and are integral to how we deal with our day-to-day challenges. These coping strategies are relevant for our developmental functioning through the processes of self-regulation, adjustment, and adaption. A coping mechanism …

Spirituality

Spiritual Meaning of Healing Crystals: Uses, Benefits, and Symbology

I began to create my own encyclopedia of crystals along with their spiritual meanings originally due to my frustration with the fact that most that I’d come across had too many common crystals missing from the list. So, below you will find a compiled list of some of the most common crystals (gemstones, minerals) along …

Spirituality

Quick Guide to the Uses and Benefits of Essential Oils

Essential oils can be used aromatically, applied topically, or taken internally (ingested). Here is a list which includes some of the most commonly used essential oils. Basil Bergamot Chamomile (Roman Chamomile) Cedar Cinnamon Clary Sage Cypress Eucalyptus Frankincense Geranium Ginger Grapefruit Jasmine Lavender Lemon Lemongrass Lime Orange Oregano Peppermint Rosemary Sandalwood Spearmint Tangerine Tea Tree …

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Strategies of Effective Communication with Students Undergoing a Crisis Situation: Best Practices for Teachers to Utilize in the Classroom

Developing classroom norms and expectations, constantly repeating them to students daily as a reminder, and being consistent with it is one key factor that can help set students up for success from the get-go. However, when it comes to students who may be undergoing a crisis situation in their lives (such as a serious health …

Spirituality

A Guide to our 7 Main Chakras: Meanings, Functions, and How to Know if They are Blocked

The chakra system is an organized system of energy and meridians or channels for the body. The 7 chakras are the main energy centers of the body. Each of these chakras correspond and connect energetically to specific organs and glands in the body. They affect the overall physical, emotional, and spiritual health of an individual. …