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Why We Trust Others or Don't

Trusting others is essential for emotional health and supportive relationships.
Trust perceptions are influenced by both external characteristics of others and internal characteristics of ourselves.
Childhood experiences significantly shape our ability to trust in adulthood.

Defensiveness Takes Its Toll on Relationships. How to Stop

Defensiveness disrupts relationships by shifting focus from problem-solving to blame and excuses, escalating emotional wounds.

We Learn to Hide Under a Mask Early in Life

Childhood experiences of masking emotions inhibit authentic relationships in adulthood, making connections feel harder and potentially isolating individuals.

Find a Partner With Whom You Can "Be Yourself"

Being one's authentic self is crucial for healthy relationships.
Stress can inhibit authentic expression, leading to unhappiness in partnerships.

The "We Listen & We Don't Judge" Has Couples Airing Out Their Dirty Laundry

Couples use TikTok's '#WeListenButDontJudge' trend to openly share secrets, fostering honesty without judgment, though it carries risks for relationships.

Sticks, Stones, and Hurtful Words

Words can cause deep emotional harm in relationships, leading to distrust and breakups.

Why We Trust Others or Don't

Trusting others is essential for emotional health and supportive relationships.
Trust perceptions are influenced by both external characteristics of others and internal characteristics of ourselves.
Childhood experiences significantly shape our ability to trust in adulthood.

Defensiveness Takes Its Toll on Relationships. How to Stop

Defensiveness disrupts relationships by shifting focus from problem-solving to blame and excuses, escalating emotional wounds.

We Learn to Hide Under a Mask Early in Life

Childhood experiences of masking emotions inhibit authentic relationships in adulthood, making connections feel harder and potentially isolating individuals.

Find a Partner With Whom You Can "Be Yourself"

Being one's authentic self is crucial for healthy relationships.
Stress can inhibit authentic expression, leading to unhappiness in partnerships.

The "We Listen & We Don't Judge" Has Couples Airing Out Their Dirty Laundry

Couples use TikTok's '#WeListenButDontJudge' trend to openly share secrets, fostering honesty without judgment, though it carries risks for relationships.

Sticks, Stones, and Hurtful Words

Words can cause deep emotional harm in relationships, leading to distrust and breakups.
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from The Atlantic
2 days ago

An Autistic Teenager Fell Hard for a Chatbot

Vulnerable teens are increasingly drawn towards AI companions, which can offer emotional connections that aren't always healthy or appropriate.
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Supporting Mental Health for Students

Colleges must enhance mental health education in classrooms to effectively support students.
Students are increasingly struggling with mental health issues, with many going unsupported.
Emotional health education is vital for preventing worsening mental health crises among college students.

Uncontrollable Crying: Why It Happens And How to Stop Crying

Uncontrollable crying can indicate underlying psychological issues and may require professional help to address.

Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents' Surges in Popularity Online

Emotional dissatisfaction can stem from strained parent-child relationships, as discovered by Amber Nuno after reading an impactful self-help book.

Do Your Overwhelming Emotions Cause You to Panic?

People may face intense emotions leading to panic attacks, necessitating effective coping strategies.
Addressing underlying emotional issues is crucial for those who frequently experience panic.

Feeling nothing after loss is more common than you think - here's how to deal with it

Grief often manifests silently, without overt emotional expression, complicating the healing process.

The Struggle of Infertility: Private and Public Lives

Many people silently endure infertility, juggling emotional pain with professional obligations.

Supporting Mental Health for Students

Colleges must enhance mental health education in classrooms to effectively support students.
Students are increasingly struggling with mental health issues, with many going unsupported.
Emotional health education is vital for preventing worsening mental health crises among college students.

Uncontrollable Crying: Why It Happens And How to Stop Crying

Uncontrollable crying can indicate underlying psychological issues and may require professional help to address.

Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents' Surges in Popularity Online

Emotional dissatisfaction can stem from strained parent-child relationships, as discovered by Amber Nuno after reading an impactful self-help book.

Do Your Overwhelming Emotions Cause You to Panic?

People may face intense emotions leading to panic attacks, necessitating effective coping strategies.
Addressing underlying emotional issues is crucial for those who frequently experience panic.

Feeling nothing after loss is more common than you think - here's how to deal with it

Grief often manifests silently, without overt emotional expression, complicating the healing process.

The Struggle of Infertility: Private and Public Lives

Many people silently endure infertility, juggling emotional pain with professional obligations.
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Unwrapping Holiday Financial Stress and Money Wounds

Healing money wounds requires self-compassion and reflection.
Preparation and mindful spending can relieve holiday financial stress.
Understanding the roots of financial decisions helps avoid using money as an emotional crutch.

The Crucial Role Emotions Play in Productivity

Sustainable productivity is rooted in emotional management, not just time management.

Sex work vs. the soul, instant upstate NY health crisis and other commentary

The documentary 'I Slept with 100 Men in One Day' highlights the emotional toll of sex work and its impact on personal well-being.

Giving the Gift of Validation

Validation acknowledges and accepts others' feelings and perspectives without judgment, enhancing emotional health and relationships.

How can I do more to help my parents when I have a young family of my own? | Ask Annalisa Barbieri

Facing a parent's decline due to illness deeply impacts emotions and family dynamics.
Coping with a parent's mortality can ultimately influence one's own perspective on life.
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How should I tell my bigoted mother that my daughter has come out?

Navigating the disclosure of a daughter's sexuality to an elderly grandparent involves careful consideration of potential risks and emotional impacts.

Making Forgiveness a Part of the Marriage Preparation

Resentments from the family of origin can impact new marriages; forgiveness is key to preventing marital conflict.

Grateful, Not Grumpy During the Holidays

Thanksgiving can evoke both joy and stress due to family dynamics and political divisions.
Staying calm, communicating effectively, and fostering empathy can improve connections during the holiday.

Harriette Cole: You told the exhausted mother to ask her doctor about a 6th pregnancy?

The article addresses the emotional strain on a woman pressured to have a son after five daughters and highlights the need for mutual understanding in a marriage.

4 Tips For Redefining In-Law Relationships After Divorce

Divorce impacts relationships with in-laws, and this emotional loss can feel as significant as the end of a romantic partnership.

Asking Eric: These women jabber about the trip I wasn't invited on. Should I say something?

Being left out of family activities reflects poorly on them, not you; communicate feelings through your husband.

How should I tell my bigoted mother that my daughter has come out?

Navigating the disclosure of a daughter's sexuality to an elderly grandparent involves careful consideration of potential risks and emotional impacts.

Making Forgiveness a Part of the Marriage Preparation

Resentments from the family of origin can impact new marriages; forgiveness is key to preventing marital conflict.

Grateful, Not Grumpy During the Holidays

Thanksgiving can evoke both joy and stress due to family dynamics and political divisions.
Staying calm, communicating effectively, and fostering empathy can improve connections during the holiday.

Harriette Cole: You told the exhausted mother to ask her doctor about a 6th pregnancy?

The article addresses the emotional strain on a woman pressured to have a son after five daughters and highlights the need for mutual understanding in a marriage.

4 Tips For Redefining In-Law Relationships After Divorce

Divorce impacts relationships with in-laws, and this emotional loss can feel as significant as the end of a romantic partnership.

Asking Eric: These women jabber about the trip I wasn't invited on. Should I say something?

Being left out of family activities reflects poorly on them, not you; communicate feelings through your husband.
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#friendship

Do You End a Close Friendship Because of Politics?

Unfriending or unfollowing due to political beliefs can be a necessary self-care strategy.

Why You Probably Shouldn't Shave Your Head For The Cancer Patient In Your Life

Shaving heads in solidarity with cancer patients may not always be welcomed, as it can serve as a painful reminder of their loss.

Don't Let That Toxic Friendship Go-Yet

Repairing relationships can lead to deeper connections despite societal tendencies to abandon difficult friends.

We have no business even knowing each other. But the value of my work wife cannot be overstated | Emily Mulligan

The concept of a 'work wife' highlights the deep, supportive relationships that develop in a professional setting, offering emotional resilience and understanding.

I ghosted all the friends that left me feeling drained, and I'm not sorry. I now focus on quality time with real friends.

Eliminating draining friendships allows for deeper connections and improved emotional well-being.

15 Women Who Had Zero Tolerance For Toxicity And Ended Their Friendships For Good Reasons

Women share their painful experiences of cutting toxic friends out of their lives.

Do You End a Close Friendship Because of Politics?

Unfriending or unfollowing due to political beliefs can be a necessary self-care strategy.

Why You Probably Shouldn't Shave Your Head For The Cancer Patient In Your Life

Shaving heads in solidarity with cancer patients may not always be welcomed, as it can serve as a painful reminder of their loss.

Don't Let That Toxic Friendship Go-Yet

Repairing relationships can lead to deeper connections despite societal tendencies to abandon difficult friends.

We have no business even knowing each other. But the value of my work wife cannot be overstated | Emily Mulligan

The concept of a 'work wife' highlights the deep, supportive relationships that develop in a professional setting, offering emotional resilience and understanding.

I ghosted all the friends that left me feeling drained, and I'm not sorry. I now focus on quality time with real friends.

Eliminating draining friendships allows for deeper connections and improved emotional well-being.

15 Women Who Had Zero Tolerance For Toxicity And Ended Their Friendships For Good Reasons

Women share their painful experiences of cutting toxic friends out of their lives.
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Dear Life Kit: My daughter was left out of the holiday newsletter again!

Encourage open communication to resolve feelings of exclusion within family dynamics.

Ten Evidence-Based Strategies for Pain Relief

Addressing emotional health is vital for effective chronic pain management.
Understanding pain as a brain process can alleviate fears and reduce chronic pain.
#personal-growth

Three Ways to Become a Deeper Thinker

Contemplating difficult, unanswerable questions can foster personal growth and improve emotional health.

I used to trauma dump on my dates because alcohol made me lose control of my emotions. Sobriety saved my dating life.

Sobriety transformed my dating life by allowing for more authentic emotional connections, moving away from trauma dumping.

The Synergy Between Assertiveness and Self-Esteem

Healthy self-esteem empowers individuals to express their worth and advocate for themselves.
Assertiveness reduces stress, strengthens relationships, and reinforces self-worth.
Cultivate assertiveness and self-esteem through clear communication, boundary-setting, and self-affirmation.

The Art of Protecting Your Peace

Overreacting leads to more stress and chaos rather than productive action.

Three Ways to Become a Deeper Thinker

Contemplating difficult, unanswerable questions can foster personal growth and improve emotional health.

I used to trauma dump on my dates because alcohol made me lose control of my emotions. Sobriety saved my dating life.

Sobriety transformed my dating life by allowing for more authentic emotional connections, moving away from trauma dumping.

The Synergy Between Assertiveness and Self-Esteem

Healthy self-esteem empowers individuals to express their worth and advocate for themselves.
Assertiveness reduces stress, strengthens relationships, and reinforces self-worth.
Cultivate assertiveness and self-esteem through clear communication, boundary-setting, and self-affirmation.

The Art of Protecting Your Peace

Overreacting leads to more stress and chaos rather than productive action.
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#family

I'm Finally Learning How To Navigate PMS, Just As My Daughter Is Starting To Manage Hers

Understanding menstrual cycles can improve emotional well-being and familial relationships.
The author emphasizes the importance of teaching daughters about their bodies and menstrual awareness.

My older mom is losing her memory. I'm rushing to plan my wedding while she still remembers my partner.

The author emphasizes the emotional challenges of caring for a parent with memory loss and the importance of seeking support.

Vineyard Vines Holiday 2024

The author shares the emotional complexities of pregnancy after loss, highlighting the struggles of anxiety and grief alongside excitement.

I'm Finally Learning How To Navigate PMS, Just As My Daughter Is Starting To Manage Hers

Understanding menstrual cycles can improve emotional well-being and familial relationships.
The author emphasizes the importance of teaching daughters about their bodies and menstrual awareness.

My older mom is losing her memory. I'm rushing to plan my wedding while she still remembers my partner.

The author emphasizes the emotional challenges of caring for a parent with memory loss and the importance of seeking support.

Vineyard Vines Holiday 2024

The author shares the emotional complexities of pregnancy after loss, highlighting the struggles of anxiety and grief alongside excitement.
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from www.npr.org
3 weeks ago

How to solve the Gen Z social isolation problem? She tried surfing and it worked

The pandemic has exacerbated feelings of loneliness and social isolation, especially in younger generations.
#grief

Behind the Election Anger May Be Something Else: Lingering Covid Grief

The unresolved grief from the pandemic leads to heightened anger and division in American society.

How to Get Through Halloween as a Bereaved Parent

Planning ahead can help grievers cope with Halloween's reminders of loss.
Grieving parents find Halloween particularly painful due to constant reminders of lost children.
Navigating Halloween may require conscious choices to protect emotional well-being.

How to Deal With Grief During the Holidays

Holidays can trigger grief for those who have lost loved ones, requiring self-care and intentional planning.

Grief After Miscarriage

Miscarriage often leads to loss of identity and feelings of isolation due to misunderstood grief responses.
The emotional complexity of miscarriage grief is unique and deeply personal.
Consciously engaging with grief is crucial yet often challenging for those affected.

Attachment Theory and Grief

Grief profoundly alters our identity, sense of belonging, and safety, just as loss provokes attachment-related distress responses.
Healthy grief requires a balance in attention towards and away from the loss.

Asking Eric: My aunt now claims she can't remember the family secret

Aunt's secret has caused emotional distress; prioritize rebuilding the relationship while accepting that some secrets may not need unveiling.

Behind the Election Anger May Be Something Else: Lingering Covid Grief

The unresolved grief from the pandemic leads to heightened anger and division in American society.

How to Get Through Halloween as a Bereaved Parent

Planning ahead can help grievers cope with Halloween's reminders of loss.
Grieving parents find Halloween particularly painful due to constant reminders of lost children.
Navigating Halloween may require conscious choices to protect emotional well-being.

How to Deal With Grief During the Holidays

Holidays can trigger grief for those who have lost loved ones, requiring self-care and intentional planning.

Grief After Miscarriage

Miscarriage often leads to loss of identity and feelings of isolation due to misunderstood grief responses.
The emotional complexity of miscarriage grief is unique and deeply personal.
Consciously engaging with grief is crucial yet often challenging for those affected.

Attachment Theory and Grief

Grief profoundly alters our identity, sense of belonging, and safety, just as loss provokes attachment-related distress responses.
Healthy grief requires a balance in attention towards and away from the loss.

Asking Eric: My aunt now claims she can't remember the family secret

Aunt's secret has caused emotional distress; prioritize rebuilding the relationship while accepting that some secrets may not need unveiling.
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#motherhood

I Don't Like My Baby's Name" & 14 Other Confessions From Real Moms

Motherhood often brings feelings of loneliness and regret, highlighting the shared struggles among mothers.

'I'm Attracted To My Kids' Coaches'

Moms often carry emotional burdens to protect others, questioning if unburdening themselves is beneficial.

'My Husband & I Lowkey Hate Each Other'

Moms are currently experiencing high levels of overstimulation, leading to amplified emotions and a need for shared support during stressful times.

I Don't Like My Baby's Name" & 14 Other Confessions From Real Moms

Motherhood often brings feelings of loneliness and regret, highlighting the shared struggles among mothers.

'I'm Attracted To My Kids' Coaches'

Moms often carry emotional burdens to protect others, questioning if unburdening themselves is beneficial.

'My Husband & I Lowkey Hate Each Other'

Moms are currently experiencing high levels of overstimulation, leading to amplified emotions and a need for shared support during stressful times.
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#anger-management

"Multidimensional Anger Test": What Makes This Anger Test Trending On TikTok?

Understanding and managing anger is crucial, as uncontrolled anger can negatively impact oneself and others.

How To Blow Off Steam, According To Your Zodiac Sign

Venting, exercising, or expressing emotions differently helps individuals manage anger and stress based on personal and astrological traits.

"Multidimensional Anger Test": What Makes This Anger Test Trending On TikTok?

Understanding and managing anger is crucial, as uncontrolled anger can negatively impact oneself and others.

How To Blow Off Steam, According To Your Zodiac Sign

Venting, exercising, or expressing emotions differently helps individuals manage anger and stress based on personal and astrological traits.
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The Golden Age of Psychoanalysis

The 1950s marked the peak of psychoanalysis popularity in America, shaped by societal norms and cultural pressures.
Despite training, psychoanalysts were not immune to personal emotional struggles; their professional experiences affected them.

Here's What It Means When Couples Constantly Post About Each Other On Social Media

Anxiously and avoidantly attached partners often experience relationship disconnects, influencing behavior and emotional responses, particularly in social media interactions.
#mindfulness

How to cope with post-Election Day stress

The nation is emotionally drained post-election, highlighting the need for self-care and stress management practices.

How to Become a Mindfulness Coach

Training as a mindfulness meditation teacher deepens personal practice and equips you to guide others effectively.

How to cope with post-Election Day stress

The nation is emotionally drained post-election, highlighting the need for self-care and stress management practices.

How to Become a Mindfulness Coach

Training as a mindfulness meditation teacher deepens personal practice and equips you to guide others effectively.
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#modern-dating

Experts warn mysterious Rebecca Syndrome is on the rise

Rebecca Syndrome highlights how past relationships can trigger feelings of jealousy and inadequacy in current partnerships, impacting emotional well-being.

People Who Are Choosing To Remain Single Are Explaining Why They're Sooooo Done With Dating

Many people prefer the single life due to personal freedom and negative experiences in dating.

Experts warn mysterious Rebecca Syndrome is on the rise

Rebecca Syndrome highlights how past relationships can trigger feelings of jealousy and inadequacy in current partnerships, impacting emotional well-being.

People Who Are Choosing To Remain Single Are Explaining Why They're Sooooo Done With Dating

Many people prefer the single life due to personal freedom and negative experiences in dating.
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#communication

Help! My Husband and I Got Into a Fight About Our Messy Home. Then He Said Something Unforgivable.

Marriage challenges often manifest under stress, particularly with changes in routine and responsibilities.
Words spoken in anger can have lasting emotional impact, even if they are later regretted.

Here's Your Horoscope For Thursday, November 14

Embracing honesty can enhance connections and self-understanding.

Help! My Husband and I Got Into a Fight About Our Messy Home. Then He Said Something Unforgivable.

Marriage challenges often manifest under stress, particularly with changes in routine and responsibilities.
Words spoken in anger can have lasting emotional impact, even if they are later regretted.

Here's Your Horoscope For Thursday, November 14

Embracing honesty can enhance connections and self-understanding.
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Showering After A Loss Is Just Too Self-Indulgent | Defector

Personal hygiene habits can change dramatically due to life circumstances, like parenthood, intertwining personal feelings of well-being with daily successes and failures.
#self-care

I Tried the "Rage Cleaning" Trend and, Yes, I Do Feel Better Now

Rage cleaning channels emotions into productive cleaning sessions, providing catharsis and mental relief.
It's not about cleaning everything at once; small tasks can be equally satisfying.

According To Therapists, You Should Actually Be Throwing "Adult Tantrums"

Adults can benefit from throwing tantrums as a controlled emotional release.

Four Powerful Ways to Cope with Survivor's Guilt

Survivor's guilt is a common and valid emotional response to devastating events, which can be managed through acknowledgment and positive action.

I Tried the "Rage Cleaning" Trend and, Yes, I Do Feel Better Now

Rage cleaning channels emotions into productive cleaning sessions, providing catharsis and mental relief.
It's not about cleaning everything at once; small tasks can be equally satisfying.

According To Therapists, You Should Actually Be Throwing "Adult Tantrums"

Adults can benefit from throwing tantrums as a controlled emotional release.

Four Powerful Ways to Cope with Survivor's Guilt

Survivor's guilt is a common and valid emotional response to devastating events, which can be managed through acknowledgment and positive action.
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#support

Becoming deaf has made me feel insecure. How can I regain my confidence? | Ask Annalisa Barbieri

Acknowledge and explore feelings about deafness to process trauma and build confidence.

Are You Too Involved in Your Adult Child's Life?

Encouraging adult children to take responsibility leads to healthier dynamics and reduces parent anxiety.

Becoming deaf has made me feel insecure. How can I regain my confidence? | Ask Annalisa Barbieri

Acknowledge and explore feelings about deafness to process trauma and build confidence.

Are You Too Involved in Your Adult Child's Life?

Encouraging adult children to take responsibility leads to healthier dynamics and reduces parent anxiety.
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#screaming-therapy

5 Places In NYC To Scream Your Heart Out & Release Your Frustrations

Emotional release through screaming can be therapeutic and is best done in communal settings.

Scream into the unknown for a moment of catharsis at House of Yes this weekend

Screaming can help alleviate post-election stress while fostering community, but should be combined with other emotional regulation therapies.

5 Places In NYC To Scream Your Heart Out & Release Your Frustrations

Emotional release through screaming can be therapeutic and is best done in communal settings.

Scream into the unknown for a moment of catharsis at House of Yes this weekend

Screaming can help alleviate post-election stress while fostering community, but should be combined with other emotional regulation therapies.
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Business leaders are facing employee mental health fallout after the election-Here are the main workplace strategies to support staffers

Many employees may be devastated by the election results, requiring workplace flexibility and support from leaders in managing their emotional well-being.

Why Your Common Cold Wipes You Out Emotionally

Behavioral malaise denotes the emotional impact of illness, which can lead to feelings of sadness, decreased energy, and cognitive impairment.

Does the Pursuit of Happiness Lead to a Better Life?

Focusing on happiness as a primary goal doesn't enhance well-being.
Happiness should result from engaging in what you love, not sought directly.
Treating happiness as an explicit goal can lead to confusion and disappointment.

Teens and Deepfake Nudes: Digital Bullying's New Frontier

Accessible deepfake apps pose serious risks, allowing easy creation of damaging explicit images, primarily among teenagers as pranks.
Victims face profound emotional consequences, including shame and anxiety, necessitating parental guidance and open dialogue about online behavior.

The Benefits of Human Touch

Human touch is essential for health, emotional communication, and development, especially in infants, marking its importance in societal interactions.

Dear Abby: She's another man's fiancee. Is there still hope for me?

Holding on to a non-reciprocated love can be emotionally harmful; prioritize your self-respect.

Can dogs suffer from depression too, or is it just a human issue?

Dogs experience emotional crises similar to humans, affected by factors such as environment and personal connections.
#parenting-challenges

Why do I feel a wave of sadness before breastfeeding?

D-MER is a condition that causes brief feelings of sadness during breastfeeding, distinguishing it from postpartum depression.

How Children Respond to the Illness of a Parent

Children often feel frightened when parents are ill, which can manifest as anxiety or anger.

6 Things Nobody Tells You About Being A Stepparent

Stepparents often face unique challenges and feelings of isolation, emphasizing the need for support and community among peers.

Why do I feel a wave of sadness before breastfeeding?

D-MER is a condition that causes brief feelings of sadness during breastfeeding, distinguishing it from postpartum depression.

How Children Respond to the Illness of a Parent

Children often feel frightened when parents are ill, which can manifest as anxiety or anger.

6 Things Nobody Tells You About Being A Stepparent

Stepparents often face unique challenges and feelings of isolation, emphasizing the need for support and community among peers.
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The Abortion Debate Could Open an Overdue Conversation on Pregnancy Loss

October is designated as Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month to acknowledge the emotional toll of miscarriages, stillbirths, and the varied perceptions on pregnancy loss.

Everyday Philosophy: Are Stoicism and Buddhism unhealthy philosophies?

Healthy detachment is a fine line; too much can lead to emotional disengagement, while attachment can lead to suffering.

Celebrating Six Years Sober: Here's How I Did It - Tiny Buddha

The author reflects on six years of sobriety, revealing an emotional and mental addiction to alcohol despite not exhibiting typical signs of physical dependence.
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