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Supporting Grieving Individuals: Effective Ways to Offer Help and Comfort
Losing a loved one in the family is one of the most profound and challenging experiences we can face. The grief that follows can be overwhelming, touching every aspect of our lives. Here’s an exploration of this difficult journey and some ways to cope with the loss. The Impact of Loss When a loved one…
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Understanding and Addressing Low Self-Confidence: Signs, Causes, and Strategies
Low self-confidence can significantly impact various aspects of your life, from personal relationships to professional achievements. Here are some insights into understanding and addressing low self-confidence: Signs of Low Self-Confidence Causes of Low Self-Confidence Strategies to Improve Self-Confidence Building Long-Term Confidence Improving self-confidence is a journey that takes time and effort. Be patient with yourself…
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The Psychological Impact of Weight Loss: Key Aspects and Tips
Losing weight is not just a physical journey; it’s also a profound psychological experience. Here are some key psychological aspects that can influence weight loss: 1. Emotional Eating Many people eat in response to their emotions, like stress, sadness, or boredom. This can lead to overeating and weight gain. 2. Self-Esteem and Body Image Weight…
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Dopamine detox
The concept of a dopamine detox was first introduced by psychologist and professor PhD. Dr. Cameron Sepah as: an evidence-based technique to manage addictive behaviors, by restricting them to specific periods of time, and practicing fasting from impulsively engaging in them, in order to regain behavioral flexibility. What Is Dopamine? The Idea Behind a Dopamine…
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Depression
Depression is a common and serious mood disorder that affects how you feel, think, and behave. It can cause persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and loss of interest in daily activities. It can also affect your physical health, sleep, appetite, and energy levels. Depression is not a sign of weakness or a character flaw. It…
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Perfectionistic Over-Controller
A perfectionistic over-controller is a type of coping mode that some people use to avoid criticism and misfortune by striving for perfection and avoiding errors. People with this mode may spend excessive amounts of time and energy on tasks that require high standards, such as work, study, or grooming. Its function is to create a…
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Achieving your goals
Achieving goals is a process that requires planning, action, and perseverance. Here are some tips that can help you achieve your goal: I hope these tips will help you achieve your goal. Remember that achieving goals is not something that happens overnight, but rather a journey that requires dedication, patience, and persistence. You have the…
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Spoiled child mode
The spoiled child mode is a part of you that is used to getting whatever you want and whenever you want. When this mode is activated, you may act selfishly, entitled, or unreasonably demanding without appreciating the value of what you have or the effort of others. For example, a person who was overindulged or…
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Emotional eating
Emotional eating is a common phenomenon that involves eating for reasons other than physical hunger, such as stress, boredom, sadness, or anger. Emotional eating can have negative consequences for your health, weight, and well-being. It can also make you feel worse about yourself and your emotions. There are many ways to cope with emotional eating…
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Undisciplined child mode
Your undisciplined child mode is a part of you that acts on your non-core desires or impulses without regard for the consequences or the needs of others. However, it may be harmful in other situations, such as when you need to be responsible, respectful, or cooperative. If your undisciplined child mode is mostly harmful, you…
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Mood diary
A mood diary is a tool that can help you track your moods and emotions over time. It can also help you identify the patterns, triggers, and coping strategies that affect your mental health and well-being. A mood diary can be useful for anyone who wants to improve their self-awareness and emotional regulation, especially for…
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Low mood
Low mood is a term that describes a state of feeling sad, anxious, low self-esteem, tired, and frustrated. It is normal to experience low mood from time to time, especially after stressful or upsetting events. However, if low mood persists for a long time and affects your daily life, it may be a sign of…
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Assertive communication
Assertive communication is a way of expressing your thoughts, feelings, and needs in a clear and respectful manner. It can help you communicate effectively with others, while also respecting their opinions and boundaries. Assertive communication is different from aggressive or passive communication, which can be harmful to yourself or others. Here are some examples of…
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Schema therapy session
Schema therapy session usually lasts 50 minutes and can take different formats depending on the therapist’s style and the client’s needs. A few formats that you might encounter include: During a schema therapy session, the therapist helps the client identify their schemas and understand how they affect their thoughts, feelings and behaviors. The therapist then…
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Narcissistic traits
Persons with narcissistic traits reflect a high sense of self-importance, a lack of empathy, and a need for admiration. People who have narcissistic traits may not necessarily have narcissistic personality disorder (NPD), which is a mental health condition that affects how they relate to others and themselves. Narcissistic traits can vary in severity and expression among…
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Anxiety
Anxiety affects a person’s daily functioning and well-being and may require professional treatment. It may have different causes such as stress, trauma, medical conditions or substance use. It can be a symptom of generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorders or phobias. Symptoms of anxiety are: Some of the possible ways to cope with anxiety are: There are…
