Many people struggle with anxiety, burnout, and emotional exhaustion — not because they’re doing too little, but because they’re doing too much for too many people. One of the most effective (and overlooked) tools for protecting mental health is setting healthy boundaries. According to research and clinical guidance shared by UC Davis Health, boundaries play a vital role in reducing anxiety, preventing burnout, and supporting emotional regulation. What Are Boundaries, Really? Boundaries are...

Most people come to counselling with a simple hope: “I just want to be happy.” It sounds reasonable. After all, happiness is usually seen as the ultimate goal of life. Right? But some psychological research suggests something surprising — the harder we try to be happy, the more elusive happiness can become. One influential study by psychologist Iris Mauss and colleagues helps explain why this happens and why so many people feel stuck in what’s often called the “happiness trap”. The Problem...