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Finding the sweetness in Lemonade(A Mom’s Journey Of Gratitude)
Gratitude isn't just thankfulness. It's a superpower! This story explores how Banafsheh, a mom raising a child with Autism, used gratitude to overcome hardship....
The Science of the Cringe Why We Can't Look Away (Even When We Want To)
The science of cringe explores why awkward moments make us squirm. It's a mix of physical and emotional discomfort triggered by witnessing social blunders...
Forget ‘The One’ and All Those Dating Disappointments! Here's How to Build a "Good Enough Relationship"
Forget the fairytale "happily ever after" and soulmate myths. Aim for a "good enough" relationship. It's not settling. You expect respect, kindness, and support....
Navigating the Hybrid Workplace: 3 Essential Strategies
Hybrid workplace is the new normal, but managing it requires adjustments. Here's how to thrive: 1. Communication: Set clear expectations and overcommunicate via email,...
UNPLUG From Work: Digital Detox Hacks That Will Help YOU Set Boundaries Like a Boss!
Feeling tethered to your phone? Work emails blurring into evenings? Our digital world can be all-encompassing. Healthy digital boundaries, a form of digital detox,...
Affirmations
How to Feel Your Affirmations (Not Just Say Them): A Psychologist’s Guide to Making Them Work
If affirmations feel hollow to you, you’re not alone. This guide goes beyond the surface, showing you how to feel your affirmations—so they resonate...
Bridging the Divide: How to Work Effectively with Colleagues Who Have Different Political Views-
Political views can turn a break room into a battlefield! To stay professional, respect your colleagues' opinions, politely shut down unproductive discussions, and focus...
CBT: Miracle Cure or Gaslighting BS? Here's Why It Might Be the Problem (Not You!)
CBT helps identify negative thought patterns affecting emotions and behaviors. Therapists work with clients to challenge these distortions and create healthier thinking for better...
Feeling Stuck in a Relationship? It Might Be Enmeshment, Not Codependency (and Here's Why It Matters) |Enmeshment Vs. Codependency|
Clients often misuse "codependent" to describe family struggles. Enmeshment, a better fit, describes unclear emotional boundaries. Imagine emotions flowing freely between family members, with...
Five Ways To Tackle Exam Anxiety (PS: With Flying Colours!)
Flickering lights. Mountains of textbooks. A suffocating silence punctuated only by a racing heart. This isn't a horror movie, but a familiar scene for...
Feeling Like Nobody Likes You? Here's Why Social Media is Making You Miserable |Loneliness and Isolation in a Highly Connected World|
Despite constant connection through technology, loneliness and isolation plague many. The culprit? A lack of deep, face-to-face interaction. Social media, while convenient, replaces emotional...
Unicorn Dreams, Burnout Nightmares: The Hidden Mental Health Crisis in Indian Startups |Mental Health in Startups|
India's booming startup scene prioritizes growth, but mental health suffers. Long hours, constant pressure, and a lack of structure create a stress cooker. The...