Columbus, OH

When a person accomplishes things above their supposed grade level, they have reason to be proud. When people remain open and receptive to new data, they are less likely to prematurely declare “case closed.”. An attitude of humility mixed with self-compassion promotes empathy, compassion, and forgiveness of others. If...

5 Underrecognized Upsides of Self-Doubt

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K.D. Lewis

Marriage ideally stands as a partnership built on mutual love, respect, affection and support. However, even in the strongest relationships, emotional neglect can creep in, causing a once vibrant connection to fade into a shadow of its former self, as well as create resentment.

Recognizing and Addressing Emotional Neglect in a Marriage

In episodic intimacy, the participants do not typically engage in conflict. Committed intimacy offers an opportunity for growth, relational skill-building, and creating a bond. Relationships might reflect a bit from each paradigm. There are at least two expressions of emotional intimacy, with one gaining increasing popularity. Episodic intimacy is becoming...

Episodic Intimacy vs. Committed Intimacy

Trauma significantly influences relationship dynamics. Cultural emphasis on selflessness can lead to neglect of personal needs. Partners with trauma often have high expectations. Working with couples provides a unique insight into how trauma affects relationships. Whether one or both partners have experienced traumatic events, the search for safety often proves...

Why Relationships Fail

Self-Centered Behavior: Anxiety can make us lose empathy and patience, isolating us from others. Acting Against Values: Anxiety can drive us to ignore core values. Anxiety-induced impulsivity can result in regrettable decisions, neglecting long-term outcomes. For more than twenty years, I have been ‘preaching’ about the importance not to demonize...

Are You Cuddling Your Anxiety? The Dangers of Merely Coping

Kratom, a drug sold at U.S. gas stations and on the internet, has some serious risks and has caused deaths. Kratom alkaloids differ from heroin as they have opioid plus serotonergic, adrenergic, and other effects. Scientists are trying to separate the constituents of Mitragyna speciosa Korth leaves to find new...

What We Know About Kratom

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Warning Signs for Individuals in Personal Relationships. In the realm of personal connections, identifying toxic behaviors and patterns is pivotal for safeguarding one's mental and emotional well-being. A particularly challenging scenario can arise when one finds themselves in a relationship with a narcissist, whose self-absorbed and manipulative tendencies can have profound negative impacts. To provide insight into this issue, experts have outlined five crucial signs that may signify involvement with a narcissistic partner:

Understanding Narcissism: 5 Clear Indicators of a Relationship with a Narcissist

Navigating the complexities of a narcissist's mind can feel like entering a labyrinth. I have seen the impact of narcissistic behavior on relationships, self-worth, and mental health.

Inside the Mind of a Narcissist: Their Deeply Guarded Secrets

A narcissist is a person who has an inflated sense of self-importance. They often have a deep need to be admired. They revel when they are in the spotlight and pout when they are not. It’s important not to conflate being vain or self-centered with narcissism. Narcissism is a diagnosable personality disorder, and most narcissists have little to no emotional intelligence and lack empathy for even the people closest to them, such as family, friends, or romantic partners.

How to Manipulate or Disarm a Narcissist When You're in Danger

A double bind describes a situation in which a person receives conflicting messages. There may be times when your body language doesn’t quite seem to align with what you're saying. It's important to be aware of your body language and remember that you're always communicating. The content of the...

Breaking Down Our Messages

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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

A large number of US workers believe their bosses are bad, some bordering on toxic. Bosses who are punitive, overly-emotional, and inconsistent can easily become toxic. A potentially toxic boss blames employees and treats them unfairly. A 2023 survey found that nearly one-fourth of employees are working for their “worst...

5 Warning Signs That Your Boss Is Becoming Toxic

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

Franklin County Free Press

Fear is something that is inevitable when we are experiencing grief, loss, heartache, another door closing, or another door opening. We are all naturally going to experience worry and anxiety, when confusing or frustrating circumstances arise. Fear, anxiety, and worry may feel like climbing a tall mountain with rocky terrain....

Overcoming Fear, Anxiety, and Worry

Charlottesville, VA

Scientists think that friendships have some evolutionary benefit for humans and even non-human animals. Close relationships help buffer the effects of stress on the body and the brain. Friends are important for children’s mental health and emotional development. Some of the best days of my life were spent when...

The Importance of Close Friendships: We Are “Fra-mily”

Imagine you're constantly doubting your own memories and sanity because someone insists you’re wrong, even when you know you're right. This sinister manipulation is gaslighting, a covert form of emotional abuse that leaves deep psychological scars.

Gaslighting in Relationships: How to Protect Your Mental Health

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

Being blindsided with rage and grievances can be very painful. Grievance collectors tend to be avoidant and rejection-sensitive. Allow everyone time to cool down and process what has occurred. I received the following letter from a reader and I am answering it in a general manner because so many individuals...

Do You Have a Friend Who Collects Grievances?

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

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

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Addressing Chronic Defensiveness

Chronic defensiveness is actually offensive and hurtful. Perfectionists believe that minor mistakes will lead to significant losses. Admitting mistakes will, counterintuitively, improve relationships. Imagine believing that...

Addressing Chronic Defensiveness

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