Often when we feel emotionally drained, we need to look inwards and try to understand what is draining our emotional energy. “If you often feel emotionally drained, ask yourself how you may be contributing to that state of being. You may have been conditioned since childhood to operate in certain ways that are depleting you (for example, people-pleasing patterns). While you aren’t responsible for your upbringing, you are accountable for your healing and growth as an adult,” wrote Therapist Sadaf Siddiqi. Here are five ways to preserve your emotional energy.(Unsplash)
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When we realise that some people are always committed to misunderstanding us, we should stop wasting time and energy repeating ourselves and trying to prove our point. (Unsplash)
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When we realise that some people are engaging in hurtful behavioural patterns towards us, we should call them out and set healthy boundaries. (Unsplash)
It is equally important for us to respect the boundaries set by others. We should also work on accepting no from others instead of trying to convince them to change their decisions. (Unsplash)
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Overthinking can emotionally drain us. Instead of creating false narratives in our minds, we should seek clarifications from others. (Freepik)
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Heidi Klum has cemented herself as the official Queen of Spooky Season, thanks to her wild, weird, and eccentric costumes every year for her annual Halloween bash.
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Huang Zitao, also known as Z Tao or Tao, is a Chinese rapper, singer, producer, and actor who was a former member of the K-pop group EXO. He married actor and singer Xu Yiyang on October 16, 2025, in a grand ceremony held in China. The wedding was a spectacular affair, featuring multiple outfit changes. Here's a look at Xu Yi Yang's 10 gowns from her showstopping wedding. (All pics Reddit/ popculturechat and Instagram/ mayadstudios)
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Diwali, the festival of lights, will be celebrated this year on October 20, marking the victory of good over evil. During this time, families clean and decorate their homes, light diyas, and share sweets to welcome prosperity.
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Models including Adriana Lima, Bella Hadid, Jasmine Tookes, Gigi Hadid and Alessandra Ambrosio appear together on the runway during the 2025 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show in New York City on October 15.
