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When You’re the Problem: On Accountability and Self-Reflection
Explore how accountability and self-reflection can lead to personal growth, stronger connections, and greater self-confidence. Uncover practical steps and methods to face your fears and transform your life. I’ll admit it proudly: I’m a Swiftie. Unless you’re living under a rock, you’ve probably heard the anthem of accountability and self-reflection: Anti-Hero. Of course, this song
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What Actually Helped My Anxiety
Learn how to help anxiety with a holistic approach from personal experience. Discover the power of medication, trauma work, yoga, and healthy habits in managing racing thoughts and creating a calmer, more balanced mind. Explore personal insights on the journey to mental well-being and the importance of a supportive environment in this comprehensive guide to
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Under the Mask: The Reality of Being ‘High-Functioning’
“High functioning” just means you’re really great at hiding when you’re struggling. Let’s talk more in-depth about what that means, how to cope, and fighting the stigma. on the surface… I had straight A’s in second grade when my dad was deported. Fourth grade, too, when he died. I graduated high school two months after
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Grief and Trauma: On Grieving A Parent Who Hurt You
parental grief and trauma: missing someone who hurt you This is a heavy subject, but it’s one I feel needs to be talked about. If you’ve read my father’s story, you’ll know that I lost my dad to alcoholism when I was only nine years old. That in itself was extremely hard, painful, and traumatizing,
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What is Shadow Work, and How Do I Do It?
Within each of us, under the surface that we show to others, is a dark side, or a shadow self just beneath our skin. It sounds like a supervillain origin story when I put it that way, but I’m really just talking about the psychological concept of shadow work. What is Shadow Work? Within the
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Trauma Dumping vs. Seeking Support: What’s the Difference?
This article delves into the intricacies of trauma dumping, shedding light on its characteristics and potential consequences. Through exploration, you’ll learn to differentiate between seeking support and engaging in unhealthy emotional expression, ultimately providing insights on how to cultivate and sustain meaningful relationships. Is there anyone out there who can help me? If you’ve ever
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The Impact of Unmet Emotional Needs: An Invisible Battle
Have you ever wondered about the hidden impact of unmet emotional needs on your mental health and wellbeing? In this exploration, we aim to understand these needs and their profound influence, embarking on a heartfelt journey of self-discovery and resilience. wait, you mean I have needs? When I was a kid, I had a roof
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Feel it to Heal it: Why You Can’t Fight Feelings With Logic
Let’s explore the vital distinction between feeling emotions and intellectualizing them, shedding light on the dangers of the latter in achieving genuine emotional healing and wellness. Learn why you need to feel it to heal it. I’ve been in therapy for a long time. Ever since my dad passed away and I started showing symptoms
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How to Feel Your Feelings: From Body Awareness to Emotional Release
Learn to let go, and how to feel your feelings. This article discusses practical insights and empowering tools to identify, express, and release your emotions, unraveling the secrets of self-compassion and the art of letting go. Wearing Pain Like a Trophy I held onto my pain and trauma for 25 years. I didn’t know I
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Building Bridges: Overcoming Miscommunication in Relationships
I love my partner. We share so many laughs, smiles, values, dreams, and most importantly, so much love. But sometimes I feel like we speak two completely different languages. We got into a fight a couple of weeks ago because we both had very understandable, human insecurities, we voiced them to each other, and it…