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Why It's So Important That Breakups Include a Digital Break by Wendy L. Patrick J.D. Ph.D

Can Money Buy You Love? It Depends What You Buy. Wendy L. Patrick, J.D., M.Div., Ph.D.

Can money buy love? Research reveals the gifts that are priceless   Key points Some inexpensive material gifts are emotionally priceless. Gifts are viewed as more receiver-supportive than conversation. Sentimental, simple tokens of affection are gifts that keep on giving. Sure, we all know that love is not for sale, and that the most valuable […]

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Our Best Hacks to Have Better Self Confidence

Best Hacks to Have Better Self-Confidence: Building self-confidence is a transformative journey that profoundly influences your mental health, self-esteem, social interactions, and overall well-being. Feeling confident empowers you to embrace new challenges, foster healthy relationships, and achieve your aspirations. Yet, low self-confidence is a formidable obstacle for many, fostering self-doubt and undermining self-efficacy. You’ve found your

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Use these Hacks for Authentic Self-Care: Tips for Busy Individuals

Understanding Authentic Self-Care: Authentic self-care involves prioritizing one’s well-being authentically. It goes beyond surface-level activities and focuses on genuine. sustainable practices for overall health and happiness. Importance of Authentic Self-Care Authentic self-care is crucial for overall well-being, enabling individuals to nurture their physical, emotional, and mental health authentically. It promotes a sustainable and balanced approach

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The Science Behind Practicing Gratitude

The Science Behind Practicing Gratitude: Understanding Gratitude Gratitude – it’s more than just saying “thank you.” At its core, gratitude involves recognizing the positive aspects of life and appreciating the people and circumstances that contribute to one’s well-being. It’s a profound emotional response that can significantly influence our outlook. For example, think about a time

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Protecting Your Mental Health From a Toxic Family Member

How can you determine if your family is toxic enough to warrant cutting ties with them? Experts guide evaluating toxic relationships, setting boundaries, using confrontation effectively, and knowing when it’s necessary to protect yourself by walking away. While others may be sharing happy family holiday photos, you dread seeing your relatives due to their toxic

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Change Your Mindset, Change Your Life

Change Your Mindset, Change Your Life. Let’s face it, stress has become a standard part of everyday life, with individuals often feeling overwhelmed by work, financial worries, family responsibilities, and global issues. Unfortunately, this stress can negatively affect health, including an increased risk of heart disease, stroke, diabetes, sleep problems, substance abuse, and poor mental

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Our Best Tips for Better Journaling

Mental health journaling can be a transformative practice for managing emotions, reducing stress, and promoting self-awareness. Here are tips specifically designed for mental health journaling: 1. Create a Safe Space Choose a private, judgment-free zone for your journaling. Remind yourself that your journal is confidential—write freely without fear. 2. Set a Clear Intention  Decide the

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Master of the Double Life – the Secretive Narcissist

A narcissist is characterized by an excessive sense of self-importance and a profound lack of empathy for others, often craving admiration and believing in their uniqueness. While narcissism can manifest as a trait or a full-blown personality disorder, the secretive narcissist stands out as particularly elusive. This type of narcissist excels at concealing their true nature and adeptly manipulating those around them.

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How Can I Explain the Impact of Narcissistic Abuse on Me? By Dr. Elinor Greenberg

How Can I Explain the Impact of Narcissistic Abuse on Me? By Dr. Elinor Greenberg

What to say when the people in your life do not understand narcissism? KEY POINTS It can be hard to explain narcissistic abuse to someone who has never experienced it. People will have trouble understanding why you stayed after the abuse started or how you got into that situation in the first place. Even though

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