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The importance of taking rest: Tips to implement it

Taking a break from the daily grind helps us to recharge the mind and the body and get back with fresh enthusiasm and dedication.

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Published on Dec 24, 2023 02:09 PM IST

Common intrusive thoughts around the holiday season

Intrusive thoughts depend on the experiences of a person. It can vary from one person to another. During the holiday season, anxiety often goes to its peak. The pressure of meeting expectations and coming across questions from family and relatives can be stressful.

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Published on Dec 22, 2023 05:52 PM IST

5 common cognitive distortions: Therapist explains

Cognitive distortions refer to irrational thought patterns that happen during the onset of certain psychopathological states such as anxiety and depression.

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Published on Dec 22, 2023 02:46 PM IST

Things to unlearn as an adult: Therapist shares tips

As we grow up, there are certain learnings and beliefs that we need to shed off.

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Published on Dec 22, 2023 12:54 PM IST

Common ways others try to dismiss our feelings

There are times when we may feel that our emotions and feelings are being dismissed by others. In such cases, it is important to learn to respond in a healthy manner, all the while setting boundaries and ensuring that we take a stand.

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Published on Dec 21, 2023 01:08 PM IST

Improve the moment: How this skill works in Dialectical Behavioural Therapy

Dialectical Behavioural Therapy is a technique that is used by distressed people to cope with difficult situations.

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Published on Dec 17, 2023 06:00 AM IST

Signs you have high functioning depression

People with high-functioning depression, officially called persistent depressive disorder or PDD, experience depression symptoms but to a lesser extent. They can still manage daily activities like work or school, perform well, handle responsibilities at home, and participate in social activities. This type of persistent depression has some unique features.(Unsplash)

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Published on Dec 09, 2023 11:32 AM IST

Warning signs that things are starting to feel bad

We all have distinct symptoms by which we know that something does not feel right. For some people, it can be severe loneliness and a sense of deep sadness, while for some people it can be the sense of irritation.

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Published on Dec 07, 2023 06:00 AM IST

Different types of perfectionism: Therapist explains

Perfectionism is the characteristic of a person where they set unrealistic standards for themselves to reach. This can affect their quality of life and mental and emotional health.

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Published on Dec 06, 2023 01:23 PM IST

Reasons why a need for control might arise

Often, we feel the need to control things and people around us. People often mistake it as a personality trait – however, sometimes the need for controlling things can be deep rooted in fear of uncertainty.

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Published on Dec 05, 2023 01:40 PM IST

Best foods to get rid of mental fatigue

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Published on Dec 04, 2023 12:37 PM IST

Ways to stop playing the victim: Therapist shares tips

Often, we may feel that we are being victimised in a situation. When we keep complaining about it, we come off as the victim in every situation. However, learning to let go and embracing life as it happens is a healthy way to look towards life.

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Published on Dec 04, 2023 06:00 AM IST

Signs of Analysis Paralysis we should be aware of

Analysis Paralysis is the condition where we get so overconsumed by the thoughts of consequences that we are not able to take decisions without having severe anxiety and worries about the same.

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Published on Dec 01, 2023 08:23 AM IST

Do you feel disconnected from yourself? Here are the signs

One of the most significant relationships is the one that we have with ourselves. This relationship further sets the tone for other relationships and how we behave in them. Our behavioural patterns and our emotions are determined by the relationship we have with us. Couples Coach Julia Woods shared a few signs that denote that we are disconnected from ourselves.(Unsplash)

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Published on Nov 27, 2023 06:19 PM IST

Types of stress, explained by Psychologist

Stress is a state of constant worry and tension. It can be induced by a lot of factors.

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Published on Nov 21, 2023 03:53 PM IST

What is mental filtering? How to get over it?

Mental filtering refers to the condition where we selectively focus on the negative aspects of things. This further makes our perspective on everything very negative.

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Published on Nov 21, 2023 01:37 PM IST

5 ways to get unstuck through movement

When we are in the state of feeling frozen, stuck or numb, we feel that it can be very hard to take action or change how we feel. However, physical movement can help us to feel unstuck.

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Published on Nov 20, 2023 06:01 PM IST

The cost you pay for constantly saying yes

When we are people-pleasing in nature, we are used to constantly saying yes to people. In most situations, even when we are not aligned with the idea, we have a difficult time saying no.

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Published on Nov 17, 2023 05:11 PM IST

Ways to stimulate the vagus nerve for chronic pain

The vagus nerve is the main nerve of the parasympathetic nervous system. When we stimulate the main nerve, the body begins the process of healing itself from chronic pain.

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Published on Nov 17, 2023 06:00 AM IST

Tips for finding our boundary-setting voice

In any kind of relationship, it is important to set healthy boundaries. We should also ensure that we explain the relevance and significance of those boundaries to the other person. However, finding the boundary-setting voice requires a lot of work on our part.

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Published on Nov 15, 2023 12:07 PM IST

How giving to others can boost our own mood

Giving to others and sharing with others comes with their own benefits. When we become kinder and more mindful of others, it helps us to escape from the thoughts in our own mind and become better versions of ourselves.

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Published on Nov 15, 2023 08:01 AM IST

Key signs of childhood emotional neglect

Childhood emotional neglect has a deep impact on people and their adult relationships as well. When we are brought up around parents and caregivers with less or no affection for us, we tend to carry that trauma in the later stages of our lives as well.

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Published on Nov 12, 2023 06:40 PM IST

How to connect with your values: Moving to engagement and action

We all have certain values and principles that have been imbibed in us from childhood. Some of them we have gathered through the journey of life and our conditioning. These values and ethics guide us during times of crisis to know what is wrong and what is right.

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Published on Nov 12, 2023 04:26 PM IST

Signs you have a wounded inner child

When we are brought up in dysfunctional or abusive homes, we have a wounded inner child in us.

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Published on Nov 11, 2023 04:42 PM IST

Symptoms of Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder we should be aware of

Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder is a mental condition that happens when we are exposed to traumatic events repeatedly or for a prolonged period of time.

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Published on Nov 10, 2023 05:02 PM IST

Common things that can trigger abandonment issues

When we are brought up in dysfunctional homes, we fear being abandoned. This can happen due to past experiences when we did not feel that we are being loved and cared enough by our parents and caregivers.

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Published on Nov 05, 2023 06:57 PM IST

How emotional avoidance leads to suffering

When we stay disconnected from our emotions for a long time, we can start to dissociate from our feelings.

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Published on Oct 25, 2023 09:03 AM IST

Signs that you are not in touch with your feelings

Often, we feel disconnected from ourselves emotionally. While this can happen due to various reasons, emotional disconnect can show up in the behavior patterns and the lifestyle we lead.

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Published on Oct 25, 2023 07:36 AM IST

What is Moral Scrupulosity OCD? Signs to watch out for

Obsessive-compulsive disorder or OCD is a mental condition where a person feels compelled to do things repeatedly. Some of the symptoms of OCD are fear of losing control, fear of contamination or diet and the compulsion of things being placed in an order. Moral Scrupulosity OCD is a sub-type of OCD where a person faces obsessions related to religion and morals.

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Published on Oct 15, 2023 02:38 PM IST

Ways to heal generational trauma

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Published on Oct 14, 2023 06:00 AM IST

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The importance of taking rest: Tips to implement it

Common intrusive thoughts around the holiday season

5 common cognitive distortions: Therapist explains

Things to unlearn as an adult: Therapist shares tips

Common ways others try to dismiss our feelings

Improve the moment: How this skill works in Dialectical Behavioural Therapy

Signs you have high functioning depression

Warning signs that things are starting to feel bad

Different types of perfectionism: Therapist explains

Reasons why a need for control might arise

Best foods to get rid of mental fatigue

Ways to stop playing the victim: Therapist shares tips

Signs of Analysis Paralysis we should be aware of

Do you feel disconnected from yourself? Here are the signs

Types of stress, explained by Psychologist

What is mental filtering? How to get over it?

5 ways to get unstuck through movement

The cost you pay for constantly saying yes

Ways to stimulate the vagus nerve for chronic pain

Tips for finding our boundary-setting voice

How giving to others can boost our own mood

Key signs of childhood emotional neglect

How to connect with your values: Moving to engagement and action

Signs you have a wounded inner child

Symptoms of Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder we should be aware of

Common things that can trigger abandonment issues

How emotional avoidance leads to suffering

Signs that you are not in touch with your feelings

What is Moral Scrupulosity OCD? Signs to watch out for

Ways to heal generational trauma

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