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Fitness hacks for your emotional health. For your soul, your mind.

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How to Deal With a Karen: A Survival Guide

How to Deal With a Karen: A Survival Guide The term “Karen” has become a popular internet label for someone—typically a middle-aged woman—who is entitled, demanding, and often rude to service workers or others in public spaces. Whether you’re a retail employee, restaurant server, or just an unlucky bystander, dealing with a “Karen” can be […]

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Gaslighting In Movies

Gaslighting is a psychological manipulation tactic where someone makes another person question their reality, often used in thrillers, dramas, and psychological horror films. Here are some of the best movies that explore gaslighting: Classic & Iconic Films Gaslight (1944) – The original gaslighting movie! A husband manipulates his wife into doubting her sanity. Rebecca (1940)

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You are Not Lazy or Undisciplined. You Have Internal Resistance. Dr. Jane Elliot

Why you can’t just do it, and what to do instead You are Not Lazy or Undisciplined. You Have Internal Resistance. Dr. Jane Elliot When I was writing my Ph.D. I didn’t have bad weeks. I had bad months. The kind when each day you wake up thinking, “Today I will actually do the thing”

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Understanding Love Bombing: Signs and Manipulative Tactics

Understanding Love Bombing: Signs and Manipulative Tactics Love bombing is a manipulative tactic often employed in the early stages of a relationship. An overwhelming display of affection, attention, and admiration characterizes it. While this behavior may feel incredibly flattering and exciting at first, it is typically a red flag indicating potential emotional abuse or manipulation.

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Why Is It So Hard to Forgive Yourself? Dr. Peg O'Connor

Why Is It So Hard to Forgive Yourself? Dr. Peg O’Connor

Forgiving yourself is not letting yourself off the hook.   Source: Pixabay Why Is It So Hard to Forgive Yourself? I acknowledge that some people “forgive” themselves too easily and quickly. When they feel the tooth of remorse or the pang of regret, they let themselves off the hook. Denying their responsibility, minimizing their role,

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Feel Alive & Thrive: Your Path to Wellness

What does it truly mean to feel alive and well? Wellness transcends the mere absence of illness or disease. It represents a comprehensive and ongoing journey toward realizing one’s utmost potential in every facet of life. Wellness integrates physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, social, occupational, environmental, and financial aspects. By nurturing our wellness, we can significantly improve our quality

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