Have you ever watched your birthday inch closer on the calendar with a feeling of persistent dread? Have you woken up on your special day with the sudden urge to crawl back into bed? If so, you’re not ...

Confession time: I'm one of those “birthday month” people. I love the chance to celebrate myself for 30 days—and every year, I definitely try to make the most of it. However, amidst the themed parties ...

If you have ever felt unexpectedly low or emotional around your birthday, you are not alone. For many people, the day meant for celebration can instead stir sadness, reflection, or even anxiety.

Being sad around your birthday doesn't necessarily mean that you are depressed. The “birthday blues” are common and have many causes. With a little self-compassion and imagination, you can turn things ...

I’ve had the birthday blues (basically, annual dread surrounding my birthday) since I was 5 years old. Every year as the date approaches, a panic builds slowly, typically a month out, and culminates ...