Does spending too much time alone in isolation lead to mental health decline? Let’s consider the case of the Russian composer Scriabin. Scriabin’s career has a certain level of resemblance to that of Rachmaninov. Both were skilled in the art of composing and were accomplished pianists. Like Rachmaninov, his mother had been a fine pianist, […]
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Finding Strength
When something bad happens you have three choices. You can either let it define you, let it destroy you, or you can let it strengthen you. There is no question that at various points in life we will find obstaclees placed in our path. What did you expect? Did you think that life would be […]
Better to burn out than fade? Use experience to achieve balance
Sometimes in life we feel drained, when we have tried to do too much and it takes a toll not only on our physical being but also of our mental health. What can we do? it is a good idea to take a break, and the length of this break depends on how deep we […]
Thoughts on Depression
If you know someone who’s depressed, please resolve never to ask them why. Depression isn’t a straightforward response to a bad situation; depression just is, like the weather. Try to understand the blackness, lethargy, hopelessness, and loneliness they’re going through. Be there for them when they come through the other side. It’s hard to be […]