Real Talk

It’s hard to miss the tension in the air right now. Many people are feeling burned out, overwhelmed, angry, or emotionally exhausted—even if they can’t quite put their finger on why. Constant news updates, social media noise, and everyday responsibilities can stack up quickly, leaving little room to breathe. If that sounds familiar, this is your reminder: it’s okay to pause . Taking care of your mental health isn’t selfish or avoidant. It’s necessary. Below are a few simple,

Check in with yourself today. That tiny pause? It could ripple kindness far and wide. Each year, REALiving puts together a calendar filled with magazine photos, thoughtful quotes, and a mix of quirky holidays—our own creations like Be Your BEST as a Couple Day  and Have a 30-Second Dance Party Day , alongside fun holidays celebrated across the country. As we flipped to November, one quote really stopped me in my tracks: “When people go within and connect with themselves, they

TW: Mental Health, Loss of Child, Depression Welcome to TED Talk Tuesday—the occasional Tuesday where we will share a TED Talk video that we have found particularly helpful, insightful, or just plain entertaining. I have a friend who has been pretty hard hit by severe medical issues. The chronic pain and loss of independence has left them feeling, understandably, really depressed. This friend has always had a curious mind, loving to learn new things and explore how and why pe

If you’re curious about the people behind the curtain of your favorite EAP provider (I’m talking about REALiving, obviously), then here...