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We have all been nervous from time to time when thrown into a new social setting. Anything from starting a new job, being submersed in a group setting, going on a first date, or becoming extremely nervous when having to present or give a speech to a large group - it can be anything. You may have felt shy around your crush, antsy from losing a friend in a large crowd, or a little apprehensive about being in a new social situation. It ’ s normal to feel some form of anxiety in these situations. On the other hand, people who suffer from social anxiety feel a higher level of stress on a much more frequent basis, that is much more intense than average .   Photo by  Arif Riyanto   on   Unsplash Understanding Social Anxiety Social anxiety, sometimes called social phobia, is a deep, intense fear of being judged, rejected, or viewed negatively in a social setting or situation. The Anxiety and Depression Association of America states that approximately 15 million a...

Did you know that, just recently, star anise was found to be one of the m ost effective anti- cancer remedies? Or that peppermint oil is frequently used to treat severe Irritable Bowel Syndrome? Every day, there are new breakthroughs in laboratories all over the world that show us just how much plants make a difference in our quality and length of life. Let ’ s take a minute to review a few recent discoveries.   Advancements in Mental Health As you ’ re probably quite aware, marijuana is one of the more well-known plants that has a number of medical applications. Many people who suffer from depression and anxiety consume medical marijuana, whether in oil, edible, or whole form. Research findings indicate that medical marijuana improves quality of life, pain reduction, and suicidal tendencies for people suffering with a number of conditions. Other areas of  M ental health   study are also finding that a generally plant-based diet, complete with sufficient suppl...