Assertive vs. Aggressive Communication
In Take This’ article Navigating Holiday Conflicts, Brian Kunde writes about the importance of being able to confront people in healthy ways, especially when it comes to communicating our own…
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Coping With Unsupportive Family During the Holidays
Read MoreGathering together with our families during the holidays is often an emotionally complicated activity. While we strive to make time and space for those who affirm us, that can also…
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World Mental Health Day – Everyone Has Mental Health Needs and Limits
Read MoreWorld Mental Health Day was yesterday (October 10). Given the context of this article, it feels appropriate that we’re posting it a day late. Why? Let’s talk about stress, personal…
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It’s Never as Simple as “Just a Game” – Queer Representation in Games
Read MorePeople often don’t consider what it means to see yourself included in modern media, especially if they’re used to seeing people like themselves commonly in media. There’s the scoff of…
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988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: What It Is, What It Isn’t and Considerations
Read MoreWhat the 988 Lifeline is and How It Works The 988 Lifeline, like 911, is a national number which will connect you to a call center to help you connect…
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Managing Overwhelm at Conventions
Read MoreIf you’ve been to a large convention before, you’ve probably had an experience like this: You’re midway through the weekend. You’ve seen some great panels, explored the expo hall, and…
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How to Survive (and Even Thrive at) Conventions
Read MoreConventions can be amazing! We sometimes wait all year for our favorite convention, and some people spend thousands of dollars to travel to attend. For some of us, conventions mean…
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Updated Resources on Therapy and Mental Health
Read MoreTo celebrate our 10th anniversary in November, we’re launching an update of a number of our most important resources.