How To Overcome Your Anxiety In Public
If you suffer from anxiety, you might find it difficult to “go out” an “explore” like most people do. Public situations can be incredibly challenging for someone with anxiety because the pressure of the crowd, the noise, and the activities can seem completely overwhelming. With a few simple tricks though, you can successfully get through […]
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Stay At Home Husbands And The Modern Day Marriage
Remember back when every family in America looked like they were pulled from Leave It to Beaver? The men went out to work, the wives stayed home to raise the children – it was the same for every house on the block. Over the past decade or so though, there has been a dramatic shift […]
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Is Overeating An Addiction?
There’s a big difference between being overweight and being morbidly obese. Once you reach any level of “obesity,” you know that you have a problem you need to correct. For some, it’s a matter of eating too much. For others, it’s a matter of eating the wrong food without working it off. No matter what […]
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How To Stop Cutting Yourself: A Personal Journey
Recently, a very dear friend of mind revealed a deep secret she had never shared with anyone else before: she is a recovering cutter. “Cutting” is a form of self-mutilation in which people cope with stress, depression, anxiety, and more by making small cuts on their bodies. This process is dangerous for a variety of […]
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Making A Divorce As Smooth As Possible
Getting a divorce is never easy, but in some cases, it is the best solution for the whole family. We encourage all couples to work out their problems, but we also know that some arguments just cannot be worked through. If you are going through a divorce or anticipating one in the near future, the […]
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People Pleasing & The Common Patterns
Does any of the following apply to you and your life? Do you know someone who tends to act this way around you or others? I try and be whomever people expect me to be I don’t want to cause conflict It’s difficult for me to commit to decisions I don’t say what I want […]
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“I Need Some Space”
Introverts alike can agree that sometimes setting boundaries can be a challenging task. Often times, people will stumble across what they really mean, recite excuses, and can come across as offensive. It can be a challenge to articulate that all you need is space and distance, without the ability to find the right words. Before […]
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The Struggle Of Dating Someone With Anxiety Disorder
If you do not have an anxiety disorder, you might find it difficult to date someone with this condition. This is far from an impossible task to take on, but you need to spend some time understanding your new partner’s situation before you react poorly to it. You could either help this person conquer elements […]
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Do You Have Symptoms Of Codependency? Part 2
Loss Of Control Codependents lose their ability to control their own lives. This may happen as a result of the person they are with, or it may be due to drug and alcohol addiction. Some codependents keep themselves busy with work, shopping, and other hobbies to feel like they are in control again. Many of […]
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Do You Have Symptoms Of Codependency? Part 1
Codependency used to be a term used to refer to spouses of alcoholics, but over the last few decades, it has expanded to refer to individuals who depend on their significant others more than they probably should. This goes beyond income and financial stability. It has to do with emotional manipulation and control. Researchers have […]
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