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    Is processing trauma only about talking of the past? No, it's more than that

    When we carry a lot of unaddressed trauma within us, it can be difficult for us to open up or be vulnerable. People often believe that processing unaddressed trauma involves being able to talk of the past. However – it is a lot more than that. Therapist Lauren Baird shared a few tips.6
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    Published 717 days ago

    Fear of abandonment: 5 unexpected ways it can show up

    Emotionally overwhelmed: When we feel overwhelmed with a surge of difficult emotions, we crave the care of an understanding partner – failing to find that can make us scared, anxious and lonely. 6
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    Published 719 days ago

    Cheat sheet for difficult emotions: Therapist shares hacks

    Low Thyroid hormones can disrupt the balance of neurotransmitters, and contribute to anxiety, stress and brain fog. 6
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    Published 719 days ago

    Are you setting healthy boundaries? 5 signs that you’re not

    Boundaries are very important. While it is important to set boundaries for others, it is equally crucial to never overstep other’s boundaries. Boundaries help us in maintaining privacy, mental peace and emotional stability. However, when we do not set healthy boundaries, we can end up feeling frustrated. Therapist Israa Nasir shared a few signs that we might not be setting healthy boundaries.6
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    Published 722 days ago

    Are you under-feeling your emotions? 6 behavioural red flags to know

    Replaying and dwelling in negative thoughts and getting into the loop of it refers to ruminating. We are often stuck in this vicious cycle of thinking, replaying, getting back to the trauma and playing the worst-case scenarios. " We all get negative or intrusive thoughts sometimes. But it is your responsibility to determine what you will continue to dwell on. Let this fact bring a sense of empowerment, rather than judgment toward yourself," wrote Therapist Carrie Howard.7
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    Published 724 days ago

    Feeling emotionally drained? Here are 5 ways to preserve your emotional energy

    When we realise that some people are always committed to misunderstanding us, we should stop wasting time and energy repeating ourselves and trying to prove our point. 6
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    Published 724 days ago

    Dealing with difficult emotions? Here's how you can validate yourself

    Sometimes when we deal with difficult emotions, we seek validation from others to understand if what we are feeling is the right way to feel. But often, we need to validate our own emotions to let us know that our emotions are significant and valid. “If you’re someone who second guesses your emotional reactions, this may be because you were told you were overreacting as a child or told to feel differently in the moment. As an adult, you now have the ability to validate your own emotions,” wrote Therapist Gianna LaLota.6
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    Published 729 days ago

    What is emotional dumping? 5 signs to recognise it in a relationship

    Emotional dumping is the unhealthy practice of dumping emotions on another person without considering their boundaries or seeking their consent. Usually in a relationship, emotional dumping happens from one partner. “Unlike healthy emotional sharing, where both parties are engaged in a balanced exchange, emotional dumping is more one-sided. The individual doing the dumping may not be open to receiving feedback, or they may overlook the impact their outpouring has on the listener. This can leave the listener feeling overwhelmed, burdened, or emotionally drained,” wrote Therapist Linda Meredith. Here are a few signs of emotional dumping that we should be aware of.6
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    Published 733 days ago

    Manage your emotions better: Psychotherapist shares 3 tips

    As we grow up, it becomes increasingly necessary for us to learn the tools of addressing our emotions in a healthy way. We need to take accountability for our own reactions and responses. “While I strongly believe in the benefit of co-regulating and being open to receiving support from others, there’s also tremendous power is being able to pause, self-soothe, and process how you’re doing within yourself,” wrote Psychotherapist Sadaf Siddiqi. Here are three powerful tools to manage our emotions better.6
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    Published 736 days ago

    Recognising emotional numbing: Therapist explains 7 steps

    Disconnection from emotions is the first step where a person starts to notice that they are not able to identify how they feel. 8
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    Published 743 days ago

    Are you holding back? 5 signs say that you are not claiming your space

    Do you often keep quiet and let go of things that hurt you? Do you prefer to suppress your emotions rather than being aware of them and addressing them? Then you are not claiming your space and starting the journey of healing. Therapist Linda Meredith shared a few signs on a social media post that denote that we are holding back our emotions.6
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    Published 749 days ago

    5 ways emotionally dysregulated people behave: Therapist explains

    Emotionally dysregulated people often end up overreacting or underreacting in situations. This happens because their nervous system is constantly in fight or freeze mode. “Emotional dysregulation can manifest in various behaviors that disrupt an individual's daily life and relationships,” wrote Therapist Linda Meredith as she shared five ways by which emotionally dysregulated people usually behave.6
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    Published 760 days ago

    Emotionally shutting down: Ways to prevent it from happening

    Emotionally shutting down in difficult or challenging times is a defense mechanism of the nervous system to protect us from further harm. This develops unconsciously when we carry the burden of trauma from childhood. “Emotionally shutting down during difficult moments is not something you – or other people – choose to do consciously,” wrote Therapist Sadaf Siddiqui. Here are a few ways to prevent emotional shutdown.6
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    Published 774 days ago

    Resentment and guilt making life difficult? Basic ‘needs’ you should address

    Difficult emotions can be challenging to handle. Especially, negative emotions such as resentment, anxiety and guilt can drain us physically and mentally. However, in order to understand how we can address such emotions better, we need to seek what they are trying to tell us. "Emotions are messages from your nervous system - they point to needs; they give us information. Yes, so many of us have no idea how to identify them, feel them in our bodies, understand them, or process them," wrote therapist Rebekah Ballagh. Here are a few emotions and the needs behind them, that we should be aware of. 6
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    Published 788 days ago

    Emotionally neglected people face difficulty in sharing emotions; here's why

    When a person is emotionally neglected for a prolonged period of time, they develop a sense of silence and refrain from sharing their thoughts, emotions, and feelings with others. Emotionally neglected people are good listeners usually. "Work on changing negative thoughts and core self-beliefs stemming from your past trauma. Replace self-critical thoughts with compassionate and affirming statements about your worth and the value of your experiences," wrote Psychologist Caroline Middelsdorf.6
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    Published 796 days ago

    Signs of emotional monitoring that we should be aware of

    Emotional monitoring happens when we go into the hypervigilant mode. "Emotional monitoring is when you’re scanning the emotions of others and trying to determine how to respond based on what you perceive. It's a type of hypervigilance - different from empathy or people-pleasing (but they can coexist)," wrote Therapist Carolyn Rubenstein. Here are a few signs of emotional monitoring to know about.6
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    Published 806 days ago

    Do you struggle with receiving affection? Relationship coach shares signs

    When someone tries to accommodate us or goes out of their way to make us feel comfortable, we feel guilty about it. 6
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    Published 810 days ago

    Hidden rules of dysfunctional family dynamics: 5 toxic principles

    When we are brought up in dysfunctional homes, we learn to abide by certain principles that hold us from having positive personal growth and development. In dysfunctional family dynamics, there are certain hidden rules that come across generations and can traumatise people. Therapist Linda Meredith shared a few toxic principles of dysfunctional family dynamics that we should be aware of.6
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    Published 827 days ago

    5 things to let go of to stop people-pleasing; therapist shares tips

    In order to break free from the cycle of people-pleasing, we need to initiate certain changes in our behavioural patterns, thought process and our habits. We need to bring a shift in our perspective and our attitude. "First, let go of the need to be understood by everyone. It's more important to understand yourself and know what’s best for you. Second, release the urge to fix others' moods. Instead, learn to be comfortable in your own discomfort, recognising that you are not responsible for everyone’s happiness," wrote therapist Klara Kernig. Here are a few things that we need to let go in order to stop people-pleasing.6
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    Published 829 days ago

    4 aspects of change that we should learn to embrace for a better life

    For personal development and emotional growth, we should learn to embrace change. Change is constant throughout our lives but when we choose what changes we should make, we gain more perspective about ourselves. "By examining change through different lenses, we gain a more holistic perspective that considers all these dimensions. This allows us to address the full range of challenges and opportunities that come with change," wrote Therapist Israa Nasir. Here are four aspects of change that we should learn to embrace.5
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    Published 835 days ago

    Are you having suppressed anger? Signs to know

    Suppressed anger can make stress trap inside the body, leading to a dysregulated nervous system and constant disturbances. 5
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    Published 836 days ago

    5 types of inner critics that we should be aware of

    C-PTSD refers to the condition where a person may experience all the symptoms of PTSD along with additional symptoms such as anger issues and distrust. People with C-PTSD have a harsh inner critic. " Navigating C-PTSD involves confronting various inner critics that can undermine your confidence and disrupt your recovery. Here's how to identify the types of inner critics that commonly appear with C-PTSD," wrote therapist Linda Meredith.6
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    Published 840 days ago

    What is Cherophobia? Signs to be aware of

    Cherophobia is a condition where people face aversion to happiness. The word chero comes from the Greek work – Chairo – which means I rejoice. Cherophobia regfers to the fear of rejoicing and being happy. "Cherophobia is the irrational aversion to being happy. It can often develop in response to anxious thoughts tied to past trauma or learning in childhood that there is an association between happiness and something bad happening. As a result, someone with Cherophobia may believe that when something good happens, it will be followed by something bad," wrote Therapist Carolyn Rubenstein. Here are a few signs of Cherophobia.6
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    Published 854 days ago

    How to break old patterns that you are stuck in: Therapist shares a guide

    Old behavioural patterns develop over a period of time when we are exposed to certain things. "Clinging to old patterns can make it difficult to adapt to new circumstances and challenges. Old patterns develop through a combination of factors including past experiences, learned behaviors, societal influences, and neurological processes," wrote Therapist Israa Nasir. Here are a few tips on how we can break old patterns.5
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    Published 855 days ago

    Lack of connection to self: 5 signs to be aware of

    Trauma can often show up in the body as physical symptoms. "Trauma isn't only a person's emotional and psychological reaction to an intense or overwhelming event; it can be felt physically too. Your survival response is a complex reaction that involves several brain regions and chemicals. It's triggered by any situation that threatens your safety or well-being, whether it's an intense emotional experience or a stressful event," wrote Therapist Anna Papaioannou. Here are a few ways by which trauma may show up in the body.6
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    Published 857 days ago

    Weird signs that you have anger stuck inside your body

    Often anger gets stuck inside your body. This happens when we have unresolved emotions in the body, suppressed over a period of time. This can further lead to physical symptoms. Couple Therapist Rebekah Ballagh explained how suppressed anger can show up as physical symptoms. Take a look at the signs.6
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    Published 872 days ago

    4 blocks to emotional fluency and resilience: Therapist explains

    Anxiety: Deficiency of nutrients such as Magnesium, Omega-3 fatty acids and Vitamin D and Zinc can lead to symptoms of Anxiety. 5
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    Published 875 days ago

    Can therapy change the way we store traumatic memories?

    When trauma and triggers start to affect us mentally, physically and emotionally to the point that we find it difficult to handle our emotions, it is advised to go for therapy. "Therapy can provide a holistic approach to addressing trauma symptoms, promoting healing and resilience," wrote Therapist Andrea Evgeniou as she painted a picture about how therapy helps in addressing trauma.6
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    Published 879 days ago

    Feeling angry is a healthy thing; here's why

    Anger and expression of anger has had a bad reputation since forever. However, we often mistake the fact that anger, just like any other emotion, needs to be properly addressed. "Anger shows us that our boundaries have been violated, that our needs are not being met, and that it’s time to do something about it," wrote Therapist Klara Kernig. Here are a few reasons why anger is healthy.6
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    Published 883 days ago

    What is emotional absorption? Signs that we should know about

    Common with people who are empathetic in nature, they tend to absorb the energy of the emotions surrounding them. This can lead to stress and anxiety based on the surroundings they are in and the people who they engage with. "The fawn response itself often comes from trauma or years of having to predict and read the emotions of others around you - trying to predict the mood and behaviours of someone in order to moderate your own. It was pure survival and attachment. And this pattern often then continued into adulthood. It no longer serves you - but this part once did. And we have to honour and hold compassion for this part of ourselves," wrote Therapist Rebekah Ballagh.6
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    Published 884 days ago
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