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3 hours ago

Need More Joy in Your Life? These 4 Strategies Can Help

Joy has the unique potential, compared with happiness, to foster well-being derived from living in alignment with one’s values, purpose, and personal growth.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

Why Some Things Upset You and Others Don't

A therapeutic goal is to replace self-destructive or self-defeating emotional rules with more functional ones and find healthier ways to respond to emotional experiences.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

Conquering a Covert People Problem

Passive aggression is a subtle, cloaked, or covert means of expressing anger. It is rooted in anger and plays out in virtually every area of life.
Mental health
#relationships
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Pieces of Human Nature

Wholeness is not formed by cutting off a portion of one's being, but by integration of the contraries. - Carl Jung
Mindfulness
fromTiny Buddha
1 week ago

The Small, Simple Acts That Shifted Me Out of Survival Mode - Tiny Buddha

Healing is not linear; it is a practice that involves returning to past experiences and uncovering deeper truths over time.
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

The 'False Self' in a Filtered World

Many individuals appear strong and wise but may be living through a 'false self' due to their upbringing.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

Harriette Cole: I had to quit running, and it's devastating to my mental health

Running provided fulfillment and a sense of community, but an injury led to emotional struggles and feelings of being stuck.
#parenting
fromScary Mommy
1 week ago
Parenting

A "Boy Mom" Said She Was Ready To "Square Up" On Her Son's Future Girlfriend & The Replies Passed The Vibe Check

Parenting
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

"Parental Phubbing" Is a Powerful Form of Disregard

Parental phubbing negatively affects children's emotional health, leading to feelings of isolation and diminished self-worth.
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

I Called Out My Husband for Refusing to Spend Time With Our Daughter. His Reply Sent a Chill Down My Spine.

Parental favoritism is damaging to family dynamics and children's emotional well-being.
fromScary Mommy
1 week ago
Parenting

A "Boy Mom" Said She Was Ready To "Square Up" On Her Son's Future Girlfriend & The Replies Passed The Vibe Check

Parenting
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

"Parental Phubbing" Is a Powerful Form of Disregard

Parental phubbing negatively affects children's emotional health, leading to feelings of isolation and diminished self-worth.
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

When Self-Value Is High, There Is No Rage

Self-value involves how you treat yourself, influencing emotional responses and personal growth.
fromIntelligencer
1 week ago

ChatGPT Is Now Encouraging Breaks But Not Breakups

There have been instances where our model fell short in recognizing signs of delusion or emotional dependency, so it's developing tools to better detect signs of mental or emotional distress.
Mental health
#perfectionism
fromScary Mommy
3 weeks ago

How Can I Stop Taking My Husband's Anger Personally?

When dealing with a partner's anger, it's crucial to assess both the manageability of their emotions and your own reactions to them.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
3 weeks ago

Why Do You Have to Be So Mean?

When a person's self-concept is impaired, the 'self' is always vulnerable. Moreover, those with a vulnerable self-concept may misperceive the actions of others and attribute malicious intent where none exists.
Mental health
fromFast Company
4 weeks ago

Why male corporate leaders and billionaires need financial therapy

Corporate leaders often face unseen financial crises due to their psychological relationship with money.
fromPsychology Today
4 weeks ago

Motherhood Is Messy, and Sometimes It Rages

Maternal rage can be understood as a reaction to unmet needs, structural abandonment, and the impossible demands placed on mothers, especially in the early stages of matrescence.
Women
#divorce
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 weeks ago
Relationships

Dear Abby: While I was recuperating, my husband moved out of our house

A spouse's infidelity and refusal to communicate can lead to emotional devastation in a long-term marriage.
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago
Relationships

Why Women Are More Likely to Initiate Divorces Than Men

Women are more likely to initiate divorce than men despite men benefiting more from marriage.
#trauma
#loneliness
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Horoscopes July 19, 2025: Benedict Cumberbatch, you're due for a change

Observe others to identify changes that can improve your life.
Maintain honesty and integrity in relationships regarding shared expenses.
Embrace diversity and express your voice for positive change.
Engage in motivating causes to connect with hopeful individuals.
fromMail Online
1 month ago

Revealed: The 2 compliments you should NEVER say to your partner

Certain compliments can harm relationships by fostering emotional suppression and dependency.
Relationships
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

37 Heartbreaking Moments When People First Realized There Was Something "Off" About Their Family As Kids

Many individuals realize their family dynamics were unhealthy when they encounter healthier relationships outside of the family context.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

5 Tips to Transform Nostalgia From Yearning to Hope

Nostalgia generates fear, beliefs about lack, and guilt, revealing underlying unresolved feelings about life and the past.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

How Our Stress Responses Affect Us in Relationships

The four primary trauma responses are fight, flight, freeze, and fawn, affecting adult relationships.
#child-development
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago
Parenting

Parenting Experts Say These Are The Topics You Should Never Discuss Around Your Children

fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago
Parenting

Parenting Experts Say These Are The Topics You Should Never Discuss Around Your Children

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fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Asking Eric: I don't love my mom. That doesn't make me a sociopath.

Navigating dating involves addressing societal expectations about parental relationships.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

What Does Connection Feel Like?

Humans are inherently wired for connection, impacting emotional well-being and bodily experiences.
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Ask a money coach: 'My ex owes me more than 1,000. How do I get it back?'

The breakup almost a year ago lacked proper closure, impacting my emotional state. I have yet to recover my belongings from the shared apartment we rented.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Paying Attention to Your Dog Improves Your Emotional State

Living with a pet dog can improve psychological well-being, especially when mindfulness is practiced during interactions.
#boundaries
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

What Are Your Relationship Values?

Effective relationships require authenticity and genuine expression of thoughts and feelings.
fromScary Mommy
1 month ago

Moms, Keep Going

The hormonal fluctuations caused by pregnancy can contribute to low mood, and it's important to seek help if feelings of depression persist after childbirth.
Mental health
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Asking for a friend: I cheated on my girlfriend at the start of our relationship but she still brings it up in arguments. Will she ever get over it?

Miscommunication can occur when assumptions about relationship exclusivity are made.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

When I started a new job, I tried to be the perfect employee while also juggling motherhood. My performance review proved I was failing.

Balancing work and motherhood can lead to emotional overload and performance issues.
#communication
Public health
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Schools recognised for emotional wellbeing skills

Seven Wolverhampton schools received recognition for promoting emotional health and wellbeing through a pilot scheme by the council.
Women
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

'The only evidence my pregnancy ever existed' - Senator holds photo of seven-week scan during debate on bereavement leave for miscarriage

Sinn Féin's Nicole Ryan proposed a bill for bereavement leave after miscarriage to support grieving parents.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Tales of Love and Loss for Rescued Puppy Mill Dog Cammie

Every animal has a right to safety, dignity, and meaningful connections, emphasizing the importance of understanding their experiences and emotions.
Pets
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

The Differences Between Guilt and Shame

Understanding the difference between shame and guilt is crucial for personal growth and emotional health.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

The Links Between Depression and Self-Esteem

Depression often stems from unconscious losses and internalized self-criticism rooted in early bonds.
Mental health
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Cathy Kelly: Like Kate Middleton, I survived cancer but I'm not the person I was before

Surviving cancer is like watching fireworks explode brilliantly in the sky. You've made it. You've done your time in the chemo chair, lain under the arc of the radiation machine.
Cancer
Relationships
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Your high school reunion doesn't need to be stressful. Here are 8 dos and don'ts from therapists to help you enjoy the night.

High school reunions evoke mixed emotions, and it's normal to feel anxious about them.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Catherine talks candidly of 'life-changing' cancer treatment

"You put on a sort of brave face, stoicism through treatment, treatment's done - then it's like 'I can crack on, get back to normal'. But actually the phase afterwards is really difficult..."
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Managing Dr. Google, Reddit, and ChatGPT in Fertility Care

Digital resources validate experiences but may intensify fertility anxieties.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

What It's Like to Lose a Pet: 4 Lessons About How We Grieve

"I am a very lonely person, and my pet has been my only source of companionship. Losing my pet felt like losing a part of myself."
Pets
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Integrated Care: Finding Your Balance

Chiropractic adjustments support nervous system function, while therapy builds emotional resilience.
Wellness
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

The Hidden Challenge of Dementia Relationship Dissonance

Emotional misalignment in dementia care is common but rarely acknowledged.
Relationship dissonance causes silent grief for dementia caregivers.
Naming dissonance helps caregivers grieve and reconnect.
#grief
#psychology
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Harriette Cole: My friend is so secretive about her life that it hurts my feelings

It's starting to make me feel like I'm not really a close friend to her, even though I've always been open and vulnerable with her about my own life.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

The Relationship Between Sighs and Emotions

Sighing is a vital reflex for lung health and can also indicate emotional states, impacting diagnosis and therapy.
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Navigating New Parenthood: 5 Tips for Creating Boundaries

Boundaries are essential for healthy relationships, allowing for connection without loss of individuality.
Parents must set boundaries to protect their child and manage family dynamics.
fromAllsinglesandmarried
2 months ago

Understanding the Spiritual Husband and Wife Phenomenon in Marriage: Exploring How Spiritual Spouses Impact Emotional and Physical Intimacy in Romantic Relationships.

The phenomenon of spiritual husbands and wives has gained traction in various spiritual communities, impacting emotional and physical intimacy in romantic relationships.
Relationships
#ai-companions
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

When You've Tried Without Success to Forgive Mom or Dad

Forgiveness of parents can be difficult and may remain incomplete, but there are strategies to help facilitate healing.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Love Thrives When We're Open to Pain

Blocking pain also blocks love and connection.
True self-love involves feeling discomfort.
Pain catalyzes transformation and healing.
Modern dating promotes detachment over connection.
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Tax-Smart Retirement Withdrawals: The Fine Art Of Not Giving Uncle Sam Your Lunch Money - Above the Law

What are we doing today? A question that reflects the need for a roadmap, much like how retirement requires a strategic blueprint for emotional confidence.
Retirement
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Unwanted Parenthood: Father's Day Edition

Many parents feel societal pressure to have children, often leading to emotional challenges and regrets.
Parental regret, though rarely discussed, significantly impacts family dynamics and can be key to healing.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

3 Tools to Heal the Pain of Dementia's Emotional Disconnect

Dementia-related emotional disconnect is a common experience for caregivers that leads to feelings of inadequacy.
Emotional unresponsiveness in dementia can feel personal, triggering deep-rooted fears and self-blame.
Dementia relationship dissonance can be addressed through intentional emotional recognition and reframing.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Death, Taxes, and Talking to Your Parents

Most families avoid care discussions until a crisis arises, risking confusion and conflict later.
Conversations should focus on values and how parents want to live, not just logistics of care.
Starting these talks can strengthen familial bonds, enhancing connection even in difficult contexts.
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

21 Things Women Tolerated In Silence Until They Realized Other Women Go Through Them Too

Women share common fears and feelings, fostering connection through openness and shared experiences.
Music
fromPitchfork
2 months ago

Planning for Burial: It's Closeness, It's Easy

Thom Wasluck's music explores profound themes of grief and loss, shaped by personal experiences, yet maintains an underlying sense of hope.
#toxic-relationships
fromAll Singles And Married
2 months ago
Relationships

10 Red Flags of a Toxic Partner You Can't Ignore for a Thriving Marriage or Relationship.

Recognizing toxic partner signs early is essential for emotional protection.
Healthy relationships rely on mutual growth, accountability, and respect.
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago
Relationships

That Toxic Relationship You Just Can't Leave

Toxic relationships are misleading due to moments of happiness that obscure chronic mistreatment.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

My sister is unhappy with her life but does nothing to change it. What can I do? | Leading questions

I approach things head on: if something is a problem, I start working on it. She, on the other hand, is very passive.
Parenting
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

What I Wish I Knew Before Hiring a Home Health Aide

Caregivers often make critical decisions in vulnerable moments, leading to clouded judgment and potential mistakes.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Making Your Peace With a World You Don't Agree With

You can change your life narrative, but not others' actions or behaviors.
Acceptance of others is crucial to avoiding chronic negative emotions.
Focusing on life's gaps between ideals and reality fosters guilt and worry.
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

The Quiet Ache of a Life Half-Lived

Emotional numbness may signal deeper struggles rather than mere tiredness.
True safety involves the ability to feel without becoming overwhelmed.
Living in survival mode can dull joy and connection.
Cannabis
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
2 months ago

How THC Supports a Healthier Mindset: Sleep, Focus, and Calm Explained | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

THC is increasingly being recognized as a functional wellness tool, particularly for sleep and emotional calm.
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