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Cheaper Than Therapy
★★★★★
These are the kind of tools that people go to therapy for. For most people, actual therapy is not accessible in the way that this is. The tools you can learn are things you would get in that setting. I think that in itself is worth it to me.
Erin Allison
Erin Allison
Merriment Maker
Only Membership I’ve Kept
★★★★★
There’s so many memberships out there. Most I dip out after 1–3 months. But I’ve kept my membership for 6 years. The community is so refreshing! Others who embrace their authentic weirdness. My life is honestly so much brighter.
Lola
Lola
Merriment Maker
You Could Stay for Years
★★★★★
I don’t think it’s obvious the depth of information and resources that are actually in this group on the outside. If you interact with people, this can be as immersive as you want it to be. You could go for years and just deep dive into all the stuff.
Jenn M.
Jenn M.
Merriment Maker
So Much to Offer!
★★★★★
I don’t know if there’s even any other groups out there that exist like this. Having the ability to go beyond their own internal work and do some one on one coaching; if that’s something they need for a particular point in their life.
Elisha
Elisha
Merriment Maker
Laugh Until You Cry
★★★★★
This is one of the best and most cost effective things you can do to take care of yourself. Mary’s creativity never ceases to amaze me, a 68 year old woman. Mary is full of light and love, without being unrealistic. Laugh until you cry.
Jane
Jane
Merriment Maker
Perfect for ADHD Brains
★★★★★
If you have ADHD, Positive Pulse fits how your brain works; drop in when you need inspiration, joy, or creativity. No pressure. Just support that fits real life.
Alanna
Alanna
Merriment Maker
Real Results in Week One
★★★★★
Within the first week, I learned real self-care and new mental health techniques that are already helping my anxiety and depression day to day.
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Lorraine
Merriment Maker
The World Needs You
★★★★★
Moving slowly through your program, I started to cry. I’m beyond thrilled to know you’re out there. The world needs you.
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Brandy
Merriment Maker
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Why Having A Positive Attitude Isn’t Bullshit

Last week, an article called "'Positive Attitude' Bullshit: On The Dangers Of 'Radical Self Love'" was published, and it really made me feel bad. It focuses on figures like Oprah Winfrey, and one of my personal heroes, Gala Darling, who preach self-love to the masses....

Bicycle Rentals Can Add Healthy Activity Without Making the Trip Feel Like Exercise

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How to Make Braces Less Miserable: A Survival Guide for Teens and Parents

Six weeks after I got my braces tightened for the first time, I ate a bagel. Big mistake. I remember sitting in third period, tongue poking at the wire, wondering why nobody had warned me that the second week hurts worse than the day you get them on. Here's the good...

Building Stronger Families and More Confident Mental Health Professionals

Healthy families often need support at different stages of life. A couple may struggle with communication, parents may need guidance when raising children, or an individual may be dealing with stress that affects the entire household. At the same time, counselors and...

The Perfectionism Detox: A Guide To Aging Out Loud

Societal standards demand that women should grow older in secret, and it's why many women have perfected the art of covering grey hair, dressing younger, and keeping their faces free of wrinkles for as long as possible. According to a recent survey by the Pew Research...

How to Help a Child Through Their First Loose Tooth Without the Tears

My daughter lost her first tooth on a Tuesday, in the car, over a bag of pretzels, and she screamed loud enough that I nearly drove off the road. Not from pain. From pure panic. Nobody had told her that a tooth could move. That is the part most parents miss. The...

Reasons Your First DWI Penalties May Be More Severe

If you are new to the domain of DWI, let’s clear up the basics for you. In Texas, a first DWI offense can carry fines, license consequences, jail time, and court requirements. The consequences can become more serious when certain facts surrounding the arrest lead to...