What’s Rui-katsu? (+ Why Crying is Good for You)

If you’ve read anything on my blog, you may know that I’ve traditionally taken a traditional approach to treat my OCD, anxiety, and depression, e.g., exposure response therapy (ERP) and western medicine.  There have been ups and downs—a lot of downs—but I’ve found a recipe that works.  At least for now.  Over time, I’ve openedContinue reading “What’s Rui-katsu? (+ Why Crying is Good for You)”

What’s Ikigai and Can It Help Your Mental Health?

If you’re like me, you’re always down to experiment with new ways to improve your mental health and find happiness. So, I’m sure you can guess what I did when I came across Ikigai, a Japanese concept referring to something that gives you a sense of purpose and reason for living. (Actually, I have toContinue reading “What’s Ikigai and Can It Help Your Mental Health?”