Gaslighting Definition & Meaning (+signs, examples, quotes)
This blog post will go over everything you need to know about gaslighting, such as its definition, meaning, signs, and more. Read on to learn more.
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A mix of articles related to mental health.
Can Delayed Grief Cause Anxiety?
Meghan seemed to be moving on quite well after her divorce. She was doing great at work, had moved into an apartment she absolutely loved, started going on luxury holidays, and even started working out more. All of her friends were surprised by how quickly she seemed to have moved on from the divorce and … Read more
Can You Be Depressed Without Feeling Sad?
Depression is highly misunderstood as most people associate it with sadness or melancholy. This is why most people would believe that Jared was probably doing much better than Marcus at handling the breakup. The truth is that while Marcus showed some of the classic signs and symptoms of depression, Jared showed the less well-known signs … Read more
Why You Grieve For No Reason and What To Do About It
We’ve all been sad at times without knowing the cause. There is no reason to be grieving, at least not that we can identify at the moment. And when we’re not feeling great, we’re worse at figuring this out. Maybe we just want to stop feeling bad. Why do you grieve for no reason, and … Read more
3 Effective Texts To Send a Stressed out Partner
1. “It seems like you’re overwhelmed. Is there anything I can do to help?” Let your partner know that they don’t have to carry the whole burden on their own. Help them understand that you’re a team. Sometimes helping with even the smallest of things can make a person feel like they can rely on … Read more
Can Grief Bring On Menopause Too Soon?
Grief and menopause may arrive in their own demanding and inconvenient times, amid the chaos of midlife career and financial pressures, caring for children and aging parents, and finding time and energy for self-care and intimate connection. There’s never a good time for any of it, and you may wonder if there’s a cascade effect … Read more
Brainspotting vs. EMDR: What’s the Difference?
Brainspotting and EMDR are two therapeutic procedures that help alleviate symptoms caused by depression, anxiety, or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Both are considered “power therapies” for assisting people in working through past traumas. They can also help individuals successfully unlock trapped creativity. These two powerful therapies can help individuals address common psychological issues that lead … Read more
When do you need a therapist?
How do you know if you should seek professional therapy? People seek therapists for many reasons. Sometimes you want someone to talk to and validate your feelings. If you are battling with such feelings as being overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, or loneliness, or if you are struggling with such thoughts as wanting to disappear, wishing someone would … Read more
How to Return to In-Person Therapy?
With Covid restriction easing, many states are letting people back into the offices. Below I answer some frequent questions about returning to in-person therapy. What are the pros to returning to in-person therapy after months of doing teletherapy appointments? It gives you a safe place to go to where you can start to re-adjust to … Read more
Quick Tips: How to Manage Anxiety at Home in a Healthy and Sustainable Way
I find the most effective recommendations to be the ones that are the easiest to implement and remember. Here are just 3 of those suggestions: 1) Change your setting. If you’re dealing with a stressful situation, remove yourself from that room for a moment. Once your body senses stress, changing your surrounding can often help … Read more