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The Unexpected Joy of Solitude
In our hyper-connected world, the idea of spending time alone often carries a negative connotation. Many people equate solitude with loneliness, imagining a state of sadness or isolation. However, solitude and loneliness are not the same. While loneliness is a negative emotional response to being alone, solitude is the joy of being alone by choice. Embracing solitude can lead to surprising psychological benefits, fostering creativity, self-discovery, and mental well-being.
Sienna BlackwoodPublished a day ago in PsycheBent Progress
If you've ever dealt with any form of trauma, there is one mantra that therapists looove: "Healing isn't linear" Ugh. If you've been to therapy, you probably resent the saying as much as I do (even if you know it's true).
Ashley TrippPublished a day ago in PsycheUnlocking the Power of Positive Affirmations
In the ever-evolving landscape of mental health and personal development, strategies for enhancing psychological well-being continue to be in the spotlight. Among these strategies, positive affirmations have emerged as a trendy and effective technique for promoting resilience, optimism, and overall mental wellness. In this comprehensive guide, we delve into the science behind positive affirmations, their psychological benefits, practical tips for implementation, and their broader implications for holistic health.
Sienna BlackwoodPublished 5 days ago in PsycheResilience
List all the ways you have been resilient throughout your life. Rupi Kaur's Gratitude Writing Prompts So, I am 70 and have many stories of resilience. I will tell but a few. Maybe 3 minutes worth, or 600+ words per Vocal.
Denise E LindquistPublished 5 days ago in PsycheThe Two-Way Street
In a world bombarded with airbrushed images and unrealistic beauty standards, it's no surprise that our appearance can significantly impact our mental health. But the relationship goes beyond feeling good (or bad) about how we look in the mirror. It's a complex interplay between self-perception, social interactions, and societal pressures.
Morgan ElizabethPublished 8 days ago in PsycheThe six pillars of self-esteem
The six pillars of self-esteem- Why it is not centred on how you feel but pivots essentially around what you think you are capable of
Hridya SharmaPublished 11 days ago in PsycheHow My Life’s Purpose to Have an Unbreakable Heart Left Me Broken in Life
Ever noticed how people who are afraid of having their heart broken often end up feeling broken? Until recently, that was the case for me anyway. I was always striving to have an unbreakable heart — but never quite succeeded. What did it mean for me to “have an unbreakable heart”? For one, it meant that I was always trying to protect my heart from everything and everyone. I thought I could achieve that by not letting anything or anyone in. You’ve probably heard about the concept of “building walls around your heart”. That’s what I was doing. I built high, wide, fortified walls around my heart — walls that would even make the Great Wall of China look small.
Unbreakable HeartPublished 11 days ago in PsycheThe Tremendous Benefits of Writing It Out
Over the course of last few hours, I’ve just been writing nonstop. If you take a look at my latest posts, you’ll likely gather really quickly that I haven’t been feeling the greatest lately. I’ve decided to make this third story a little more candid than the poem I posted earlier this evening, which was… descriptive, yet vague.
BrettNotGregPublished 12 days ago in PsycheI am clear
I am clear, thanks to L. Ron Hubbard, Willy Chirino for leading me to Scientology, indirectly, and Scientology itself. I have solo syndrome and I had a problem with picking and reading how to go clear it saved me and for that I am truly grateful. For a great while I needed something to help me cure my problems due to Sotos syndrome and skin picking on all of this and I had sent away for the free introduction to Scientology book and I would read it and study it and in that book, I found the cure for myself, a eureka moment if you will.
Rikki la rougePublished 12 days ago in PsycheYoga: Awakening the Inner Light of Balance
Yoga: Awakening the Inner Light of Balance Introduction: Yoga, a practice that originated in ancient India, has transcended geographical boundaries and cultural barriers to become a global phenomenon. Beyond its physical postures, yoga embodies a holistic approach to wellness, aiming to harmonize the body, mind, and spirit. At its core, yoga is about cultivating balance—balancing strength with flexibility, effort with ease, and activity with stillness. In this essay, we delve into the profound essence of yoga as a means to awaken the inner light of balance within ourselves.
Alamelu VenkatachalamPublished 19 days ago in PsycheA Few Of My Favorite Stories
“The Eagle Story” I tell this story when working with people who have trauma, grief, and loss work to do. The many people who are giving up drugs, alcohol, sugar, overworking, gambling, etc. Those traumas have been self-medicated by using one of the above and others.
Denise E LindquistPublished 20 days ago in PsycheA Guide to Quieting and Acknowledging Your Inner Critic
As someone with ADHD, I've faced significant challenges stemming from my inner critic, a common struggle not limited to ADHD alone but prevalent among individuals with various mental health conditions. This internal battle has often hindered me from seeking support and acknowledging my progress, setbacks, and wins, big and small, for a lot of my mental health journey.
Sandy PacePublished 21 days ago in Psyche