We've all been there: a betrayal that still stings years later, an injustice that resurfaces when we least expect it, or a family argument that happened ten years ago but remains as vivid as if it …
Going to therapy to be told you’re right is a waste of money
In today's world, validation has become practically a basic emotional need. We want to be understood, supported, and, above all, confirmed that we are right. Obviously, feeling heard and understood is …
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Ambiguous loss, mourning for someone who has not died, but is not present
In life, we have to deal with many losses. Some are very obvious, like when a loved one dies. Others are less so. Such is the case with people who haven't completely left our lives but aren't really …
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Covert sabotage: The most dangerous tactic used by psychopaths and narcissists
There are people who don't raise their voices or make open threats, but they still get what they want because they influence how you feel, how you relate to others, and even how you perceive yourself. …
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Seneca’s advice for clearing your mind and feeling better
There are days when our mind seems to become our worst enemy. Negative thoughts accumulate, worries repeat themselves in an endless loop, and we're accompanied by a vague feeling of mental exhaustion …
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The (little-known) reason why you forget the good times
It's probably happened to you more than once: your partner, your mother, a friend, or your sister starts reminiscing about a vacation you shared, a dinner together, or a special moment… and your mind …
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Affective tactile memory: Why do you remember a hug more than a handshake?
Do you remember that hug that made you feel, for a second, that everything was alright? Maybe it wasn't the longest hug you've ever received, but it probably came at just the right moment. Now try to …
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