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Picture this: you’re with a friend, and they say something innocent. Suddenly, it’s like a switch flips in you. Your heart races, your voice sharpens, …

Most people desire to feel heard and validated in any relationship. Dismissive behavior, a destructive force, can swiftly erode ties or induce closure. We’ve all …

We all experience moments at some point when we feel disconnected from our emotions, ourselves, or even everyone around us. It’s a universal experience yet …

Everyone worries; it’s just how wired we are as humans. Our fears are meant to protect us in times of danger. But when that fear …

Not all advice is created equal, and filtering the feedback you receive is essential. Your family, friends, and loved ones may have the best intentions, …

Adam and I, like many of you, are survivors of repetitive emotional and physical abuse from childhood. We have complex PTSD, and it’s no wonder …

The events of the world today are enough to explain why it’s so important to be kind to others. Wars, shootings, and the rise in …

Emotionally immature parents can have a profound impact on children’s psychological development. Becoming a parent is an eye-opening experience for many reasons. As parents who …

Perfectionism often presents as the relentless pursuit of flawlessness, motivated by unattainably high personal standards and a stringent self-evaluation process. It manifests through a spectrum …

What are deviations from social norms? Sometimes, they are wrong, and sometimes, they highlight the inequality and judgment present in society.  Social norms consist of …