#emotional-wellbeing
#emotional-wellbeing

Parenting

Baby blues? Dads can suffer from postpartum depression, too

Postpartum depression affects up to 10% of new fathers, with many men reluctant to acknowledge their feelings.

1 day ago

Relationships

These 5 R's Will Tell You if You Are Stuck

Cessation of growth leads to feelings of being stuck.

Identifying stagnation is crucial for personal development.

Change is essential for growth.

Ruminative thoughts hinder progress.

fromFast Company

Mental health

How to stay optimistic but avoid toxic positivity

Toxic positivity can worsen stress and anxiety by denying reality and suppressing emotions, despite good intentions.

Mental health

Grounding Yourself Amid Overwhelm

Practicing grounding techniques helps manage feelings of overwhelm amidst distressing situations.

Mindfulness

fromHackernoon

2 months ago

Neurological Sovereignty: The Neurobiology of Not Giving a Damn | HackerNoon

Modern stimuli hijack our brain's response mechanisms, leading to unnecessary anxiety and distraction.

Weaponized apathy involves focusing cognitive resources on what truly matters for personal growth.

Is the News Cycle Making You Anxious, Angry, and Stressed?

A significant majority of Americans report stress linked to current events, with national and economic concerns leading the way.

Creating a personal sanctuary and leaning on friendships can help mitigate stress.

Channeling stress into positive actions can turn anxiety into constructive energy.

Parenting

fromNew York Post

Baby blues? Dads can suffer from postpartum depression, too

Postpartum depression affects up to 10% of new fathers, with many men reluctant to acknowledge their feelings.

Relationships

1 day ago

These 5 R's Will Tell You if You Are Stuck

Cessation of growth leads to feelings of being stuck.

Identifying stagnation is crucial for personal development.

Change is essential for growth.

Ruminative thoughts hinder progress.

fromFast Company

How to stay optimistic but avoid toxic positivity

Toxic positivity can worsen stress and anxiety by denying reality and suppressing emotions, despite good intentions.

Grounding Yourself Amid Overwhelm

Practicing grounding techniques helps manage feelings of overwhelm amidst distressing situations.

Divorcing When Pregnant or With an Infant

Divorce significantly impacts newborns and infants, affecting their emotional development and sense of security.

#personal-growth

Mental health

The Unintended Oppression of Giving Thanks

Gratitude can exist alongside desires for change.

Misapplied gratitude can hinder personal growth.

Toxic positivity inhibits emotional authenticity.

fromTiny Buddha

Writing

I Thought I was Protecting My Peace, But I Was Just Avoiding Conflict - Tiny Buddha

Protecting your peace is about conflict avoidance, but it may also lead to avoiding necessary confrontations that respect your boundaries.

fromBustle

Mental health

Here's Your Horoscope For Monday, April 21

Taurus season emphasizes slow pace and embodiment but may lead to stubbornness due to Mars influence.

Mental health

The Unintended Oppression of Giving Thanks

Gratitude can exist alongside desires for change.

Misapplied gratitude can hinder personal growth.

Toxic positivity inhibits emotional authenticity.

fromTiny Buddha

Writing

I Thought I was Protecting My Peace, But I Was Just Avoiding Conflict - Tiny Buddha

Protecting your peace is about conflict avoidance, but it may also lead to avoiding necessary confrontations that respect your boundaries.

fromBustle

Mental health

Here's Your Horoscope For Monday, April 21

Taurus season emphasizes slow pace and embodiment but may lead to stubbornness due to Mars influence.

Love and Money: How Financial Stress Affects Relationships

Financial stress can lead to negative communication, creating a cycle of stress and negative communication.

Building self-awareness around financial stress can help you address emotional needs and practice self-care.

Open communication with your partner can reduce stress and strengthen your relationship.

Do You Feel Like You're Sipping Coffee While the World Burns?

Despite wanting to help with pressing social issues, many feel overwhelmed and paralyzed by compassion fatigue.

#parenting

fromScary Mommy

Parenting

Ilana Glazer Perfectly Explained Why She Doesn't Feel "Mom Guilt"

Ilana Glazer challenges the concept of 'mom guilt', advocating instead for acknowledging and embracing feelings of sadness about time away from children.

Mental health

The Great Undoing for Parents in Recovery

Parents in recovery struggle to balance parenting obligations with their sobriety journey.

7 months ago

Writing

Help! I Can't Escape the Ghosts of My Husband's Horrid Neighborhood Affair.

Establishing clear boundaries is crucial for emotional wellbeing and parenting dynamics after trauma.

fromScary Mommy

Parenting

Ilana Glazer Perfectly Explained Why She Doesn't Feel "Mom Guilt"

Ilana Glazer challenges the concept of 'mom guilt', advocating instead for acknowledging and embracing feelings of sadness about time away from children.

Mental health

The Great Undoing for Parents in Recovery

Parents in recovery struggle to balance parenting obligations with their sobriety journey.

fromAlternative Medicine Magazine

7 months ago

Writing

Help! I Can't Escape the Ghosts of My Husband's Horrid Neighborhood Affair.

Establishing clear boundaries is crucial for emotional wellbeing and parenting dynamics after trauma.

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#sexual-health

2 months ago

Alternative medicine

Intimacy During Pregnancy

Pregnancy influences women's sexual attitudes, necessitating open communication between partners about feelings.

fromAlternative Medicine Magazine

Mental health

Is It Actually Low Libido?

Libido fluctuates naturally and is influenced by multiple factors; it's not a static trait.

2 months ago

Alternative medicine

Intimacy During Pregnancy

Pregnancy influences women's sexual attitudes, necessitating open communication between partners about feelings.

Mental health

Is It Actually Low Libido?

Libido fluctuates naturally and is influenced by multiple factors; it's not a static trait.

Parenting

I have 4 kids and my best friend is childless. She supports me in ways my mom friends can't.

Friendships can provide essential support during challenging life stages, like motherhood.

fromwww.mercurynews.com

Relationships

Harriette Cole: My friend was so sour about my community icebreakers. Guess what she's doing now?

Address feelings of offense regarding a friend's event without sounding immature.

Consider gathering insight before confronting a friend about perceived hypocrisy.

fromBusiness Insider

Parenting

I have 4 kids and my best friend is childless. She supports me in ways my mom friends can't.

Friendships can provide essential support during challenging life stages, like motherhood.

fromwww.mercurynews.com

Relationships

Harriette Cole: My friend was so sour about my community icebreakers. Guess what she's doing now?

Address feelings of offense regarding a friend's event without sounding immature.

Consider gathering insight before confronting a friend about perceived hypocrisy.

Tell The Post: Have school shooting threats affected your community?

School shooting threats have surged nationwide following incidents, particularly after the Apalachee High shooting, affecting students, parents, and communities.

fromDoggodigest

3 months ago

Miscellaneous

How COVID-19 Changed Dog Ownership Trends in America - Doggodigest

The COVID-19 pandemic drastically changed dog ownership, leading to increased adoptions and emotional reliance on pets.

fromwww.enfieldindependent.co.uk

3 months ago

Relationships

I Gave My Boyfriend an STI. Now I'm Being Held Hostage in the Relationship.

You have the right to redefine your relationship according to your needs and desires.

fromThe New Yorker

5 months ago

Business

Songs to Get Through the Winter Holidays

Cold winter months inspire music that embraces moodiness over traditional joy.

fromwww.cbc.ca

5 months ago

Toronto

Longing to hug his mom, Ontario man who hasn't see her for over a year due to trespass order pushes back | CBC News

Paul Ziman was banned from visiting his mother in a long-term care home, resulting in emotional distress as they struggle with separation.

fromBusiness Matters

5 months ago

Miscellaneous

How To Clean Out a House After Someone Dies: A Guide

Breaking the process into manageable steps can help alleviate the overwhelming nature of sorting through a deceased loved one's belongings.

Education

Police investigating alleged assault at school after kids pulled out of lessons

Police are investigating an alleged assault at Ark John Keats Academy, with the school focusing on students' emotional wellbeing and support following the incident.

Digital life

fromBuzzFeed

I Knew Something Was Terribly Wrong Each Time I Fed My Baby. I Was Stunned To Discover What It Was.

Postpartum screening often misses unacknowledged symptoms that new mothers experience, highlighting a gap in maternal mental health support.