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Melanie Allen

A blessing in disguise seems wrong on the surface but turns into a boon. The opposite often happens to us, too, when things that seem great at first glance turn into massive nightmares.

Curses in Disguise! These So-Called Blessings Could Morph Into Nightmares

Supporting a struggling adult child is an emotional and challenging experience for any parent. Struggling adult children may exhibit reactivity or defensiveness as they navigate their challenges. It's easy to fall into the trap of only seeing the negatives when your adult child struggles. Supporting a struggling adult child is...

7 Ways to Transform Your Struggling Adult Child's Life

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Cheryl E Preston

History Facts lists eight names US parents no longer give their newborns, which you may no longer hear in Virginia. The girls' names are Doris, Gertrude, Mildred, and Judith. I know or have known women with all four names, but they are either baby boomers or boomer parents' ages and someone's grandma or great aunt. Consider the ages of females in Virginia you know with these names.

Eight names parents in Virginia may no longer be giving to their newborns

Echo and Narcissus is one of the most famous, and perplexing, Greek myths. Narcissus is so self-absorbed that he ends up killing Echo, and himself. The myth can be interpreted on several levels: important themes include empathy and ego regulation. I have long been fascinated by the myth of Echo...

An Interpretation of the Myth of Narcissus

We all have a "shadow self," or a darker side, as first noted by the Swiss psychiatrist Carl Jung. The shadow aspect in us evinces itself in dichotomized psycho-intensive states of activation. Crude jokes, retaliatory jealousy, anger, and vengeful thoughts are just a few examples of the shadow in you.

The Shadow Self: How Mr. Hyde Operates in Us All

Bryce Gruber

The color yellow is gorgeous, eye-catching, and downright happy for most people. So much so that it's the main hue in the world-famous happy face—but science says it's not the best color to wear on a date.

You Shouldn't Wear Yellow on First Dates, Here's Why

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There are certain zodiac signs that most people are careful with because of their fiery and low tolerance levels. You can hardly mess with individuals with such signs without getting a backlash. Whether they are in work environments or family settings, they do not hesitate to set boundaries and protect them.

5 Zodiac Signs You Don't Mess With

Cents + Purpose

For most people, life throws some very difficult circumstances their way. It can be difficult for people in your life to relate to the things you've been through, as some experiences people can never truly understand unless they've experienced it for themself. Here are 11 life events you just can't explain to another person unless they've been through a similar situation.

Life Events People Can't Understand Unless They Experience Them for Themselves

Acknowledging grief for non-traditional but significant losses is essential for our emotional healing. Labeling prolonged grief as a disorder dismisses common human emotions and hinders the healing process. Invisible losses, such as the loss of a relationship, can deeply impact our mental well-being and daily lives. When we think about...

5 Signs You Are Grieving an Invisible Loss

Accommodations are available to empower neurodivergent children in and out of school. Parents should understand how accommodations can make experiences better for their neurodivergent child. Listen to the neurodivergent child and give them the tools and resources they need to succeed. As parents, we often hear about accommodations for our...

Year-Round Accommodations for Neurodivergent Children

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David Heitz

A dangerous drug that is being mixed into fentanyl is causing those who inject it to develop a rash of sores that resembles a case of flesh-eating bacteria. People experiencing homelessness around Denver can sometimes be seen with these bloody, weeping wounds. I recently mentioned this phenomenon to a fentanyl user who told me about the xylazine connection.

Denver homeless people suffer sores as xylazine enters fentanyl supply

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In today’s fast-paced world, the power of positive thinking and self-affirmation cannot be overstated. Scientific studies have shown that the way we speak to ourselves can significantly impact our mental and physical health, leading to a longer, more fulfilling life. By incorporating positive affirmations into your daily routine, you can foster a healthier mindset, reduce stress and promote overall well-being. This article explores five powerful affirmations you can tell yourself daily to enhance your longevity and quality of life.

5 positive affirmations to tell yourself every day for a longer life

Abstinence builds discipline, strength, and clarity of vision. At least, that’s what our parents said. But with wokeness came the freedom to believe whatever and do however we please. Fast forward to today, and the younger generation has become weary of dating recklessly and without purpose, resulting in a new trend called “Boysober.” The “Boysober” dating trend is gaining traction in 2024, primarily among Gen Z ladies, who are choosing to abstain from romantic relationships to focus on personal growth and flourishing mental health. But there’s a slight difference between being “Boysober” and traditional celibacy.

Gen Zs Are Rebranding Celibacy And Calling It Boysober

Emily Standley Allard

Disclaimer: This post is for informative and entertainment purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice. The path towards a healthy relationship is set with hope among minefields. It takes two people to work at love. Defining deal breakers in relationships is an individual and personal matter, as what one person finds unacceptable, another might be willing to work through. However, some relationship red flags often raise significant concerns and can indicate unhealthy or ultimately incompatible dynamics even if the couple has gone through therapy. Here are 20 potential deal breakers, categorized for clarity:

20 Relationship Dealbreakers That Therapy Can't Fix

Only 10% of the hundreds of couples I’ve treated in Couples Counseling were willing and able to develop emotional intimacy. Most people find it to be too messy. One operational definition of emotional intimacy might be the unity created by two committed and unique individuals. The messy challenge is to honor your individuality while attending to the couple's unity. Let’s look at four levels of messiness and how to clean them up.

Challenges of Emotional Intimacy

K.D. Lewis

Recognizing the signs of marital misery in your husband is essential to navigating these challenges and nurturing a loving, supportive relationship. Of course there are other possible reasons for a husband's unhappiness, that may, or may not, be associated with the marriage, which is also discussed later in this article.

Recognizing the Signs of Marital Misery in Your Husband

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Northern Kentucky Tribune

Kentucky’s Community Actions Partnerships have announced the starts date for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Summer Subsidy, aimed at helping Kentucky households offset summer cooling costs.

LIHEAP Summer Subsidy program to help with summer cooling costs to begin enrollment July 16

Toxic relationships are incredibly hard to leave, even when they are painful or unhealthy. Some believe that a bad relationship is all they deserve. Economic necessity and emotional exhaustion keep others locked in unhealthy relationships. Again and again, people stay in painful, unhealthy, dysfunctional romantic relationships. From the outside, leaving...

Why People Stay in Terrible Relationships

A lot of mean-spirited teasing and name calling among siblings gets dismissed as "typical" sibling behavior. The dominant sibling learns how to capitalize on their power, and the other suffers humiliation or cruelty. We can hold our kids to a higher standard of behavior wherein they have no need to...

Let’s Stop Normalizing Sibling Rivalry

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Navigating Your Way Out of Decision Paralysis

Indecision can lead to heightened anxiety and diminished self-confidence. Past experiences may have impacted your approach to decision-making. Understanding the origins of your fears can be...

Navigating Your Way Out of Decision Paralysis

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