From childhood so many of us are taught not to scream, shout, or ‘make a fuss’ when we get hurt or experience emotional pain. As an adult, even if there are times when you feel like letting out a huge scream of frustration, stress, or pain, the ‘norms’ of society prevent most of us from […] The post What is Primal Scream Therapy & How to Do It appeared first on Mellowed ..read more

With just over 284 million vehicles in operation in the U.S, many, drivers feel anxious and stressed when on the road.  According to Healthline, the number of road rage incidents is rising, with 728 road rage events occurring in 2021, 522 of which involved injury or death.  In addition to putting you at risk of experiencing a road rage […] The post How to Overcome Driving Stress & Anxiety appeared first on Mellowed ..read more

Going on a first date can be a nerve-wracking experience. You may have butterflies because you met the person of your dreams and you are just about to see them again. You might also experience nervousness due to natural introversion or social anxiety.  Whatever your reason for feeling anxious before a date, there are ways that […] The post How to Relax Before a Date appeared first on Mellowed ..read more

If a person has ever wronged you, you know that it can be challenging to let go of your anger towards them. When someone hurts you, it feels natural to close yourself off to that person and hold on to resentment. Holding a grudge is a self-protective measure that keeps you safe from future hurt […] The post How to Let Go of Grudges (And Why You Should) appeared first on Mellowed ..read more

In today’s hectic society, it's important to know your limits. Between work, education, friends, family, and partners, you may feel that you are being pulled in all directions. If you say yes to everything everyone asks of you, you may start to feel overwhelmed, overworked, and overtired. This is why learning how to say no is […] The post How to Say No Without Hurting Someone’s Feelings appeared first on Mellowed ..read more

Do you often find yourself dwelling on past mistakes? Or regularly think about negative past experiences, feeling all those emotions that you did at the time? You might be living in the past, so to speak. Many people find it hard to let go of the past and find themselves holding onto situations, people, or mistakes. […] The post How to Stop Living in the Past & Embrace The Present appeared first on Mellowed ..read more

‘Nervous poos’ or ‘anxiety poops’ are more common than you might think. If you find you’re pooping more when you’re stressed or anxious, don’t worry you aren’t alone! You might find yourself running to the toilet before a big presentation, an interview, or before an important day at school. If you struggle with anxiety, you might […] The post Is Stress & Anxiety Making You Poop? appeared first on Mellowed ..read more

Life is full of stressful situations. You may face minor stressors like the wrong take-out order at a restaurant. You may also have to deal with major stressors like struggling with your mental health. Knowing how to approach any type of stressful situation can help you maintain some control and reduce your level of stress […] The post How to Deal With Stressful Situations in Your Life appeared first on Mellowed ..read more

Research shows that 60% of people experience nosebleeds at least once in their lifetime, so they’re fairly common. If you’ve had one, you’re certainly not alone! So, what’s happening when your nose bleeds? There are lots of blood vessels on the inside of your nose, and the lining can be quite sensitive which makes it susceptible […] The post How Stress Causes Nose Bleeds (And How to Prevent it) appeared first on Mellowed ..read more

Stress and anxiety are a natural part of life. There’s often so much going on and a lot of responsibilities, so it’s natural to feel overwhelmed sometimes. We all manage our stress and anxiety in different ways. Some people might go for a walk or a jog, others might talk to a loved one, and some […] The post Why Cleaning Relieves Stress & Anxiety appeared first on Mellowed ..read more