Anagha Anand

bigg boss

A Therapist’s Guide To Surviving Watching Bigg ...

As a therapist, watching Bigg Boss has morphed from guilty pleasure to ethical concern. This season's spotlight on a young contestant and her scrutinized love life fuels my criticism. The...

A Therapist’s Guide To Surviving Watching Bigg ...

As a therapist, watching Bigg Boss has morphed from guilty pleasure to ethical concern. This season's spotlight on a young contestant and her scrutinized love life fuels my criticism. The...

adult friendships

#ThoughtQuo: Why Adult Friendships Require So M...

Childhood BFFs? College buddies? #AdultFriendships face a different reality. Responsibilities pull us apart, schedules clash, and distance grows. My "adulting" phase made me neglect friendships, forgetting what made me "me."...

#ThoughtQuo: Why Adult Friendships Require So M...

Childhood BFFs? College buddies? #AdultFriendships face a different reality. Responsibilities pull us apart, schedules clash, and distance grows. My "adulting" phase made me neglect friendships, forgetting what made me "me."...

love bombing in relationships

How To Tell If It's Love Or Love Bombing in Rel...

Love bombing, a manipulative tactic disguised as affection, can leave you confused and trapped. Initially, it feels euphoric - excessive gifts, compliments, and attention create a perfect illusion. However, this "idealization" stage...

How To Tell If It's Love Or Love Bombing in Rel...

Love bombing, a manipulative tactic disguised as affection, can leave you confused and trapped. Initially, it feels euphoric - excessive gifts, compliments, and attention create a perfect illusion. However, this "idealization" stage...

love with boundaries

Unconditional Love ≠ Unconditional Tolerance |D...

This excerpt challenges the idea of unconditional love in relationships. While the concept is admirable, it can be confused with tolerance. True love involves forgiveness, but not accepting unhealthy behaviors....

Unconditional Love ≠ Unconditional Tolerance |D...

This excerpt challenges the idea of unconditional love in relationships. While the concept is admirable, it can be confused with tolerance. True love involves forgiveness, but not accepting unhealthy behaviors....

how to be present in the moment

Speak Before You (Over)think |Learning How To B...

This excerpt tackles overthinking and offers tips for staying present. Overthinking, excessive and unproductive thought, manifests as dwelling on the past or catastrophizing the future. It leads to negative self-talk...

Speak Before You (Over)think |Learning How To B...

This excerpt tackles overthinking and offers tips for staying present. Overthinking, excessive and unproductive thought, manifests as dwelling on the past or catastrophizing the future. It leads to negative self-talk...