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The Double-Edged Sword of Validation
Growing up, I had parents who were quick to tell their friends and colleagues how proud they were of me. They would recount my achievements with glowing admiration, but…
5 Counterintuitive Mental Health Tips That Changed My Life
Life often presents us with paradoxes—those unexpected twists that challenge our assumptions and lead us down paths we never thought we’d travel…
How to Ask For What You Need Without Making People Defensive
Trust is the lifeblood of any healthy relationship, especially when addressing problems and challenges. Couples who can navigate…
How to Protect Your Peace When Dealing With Difficult People
Do you find yourself stuck in challenging relationships with friends, coworkers, or even your parents? It can be painful and emotionally…
How to Make Friends With Uncertainty
As women, we have been told time and time again that we must have a clear plan for our lives. It's as if we are expected to have a blueprint for the perfect…
How to Figure Out Who You Are
Have you ever fantasized about leaving your "comfortable" job, cutting all contact with the outside world, and running…
Rumination: Why it Happens and How to Respond to It
Have you noticed that when something goes wrong, your mind becomes an extraordinary problem-finding, problem-solving machine?…
Stop Inviting Shame to the Party
Sometimes, when we are feeling a deep sense of loneliness, discontent, or pain, self-judgments and negative beliefs show up too. It’s like they get invited…
How to Deal With the Guilt of Outgrowing Your Relationships
“I‘ve changed so much since I got sick 5 years ago. I see the world differently now. Even my values have shifted - I realize the value of self-awareness, compassion…