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It’s Just January: Embrace Yourself Instead of Trying to Fix Yourself

Somehow, we’ve been conditioned to believe that January 1^st is the perfect time to start that new...

How Past Traumas Influence Couples' Dynamics and Communication Cycles

In the intricate dance of a romantic relationship, the impact of past traumas can often lurk...

Gratitude: A Pillar of Happiness

Now You See Me, Now You Don’t: Ghosting

Understanding Core Beliefs: How Confirmation Bias Shapes Our Reality

As a species, we are hardwired to assign meaning to each and every experience we have, whether we...

OCD vs. OCPD

“I’m so OCD.” How often have you heard this phrase in the media, on social media platforms, or in a...

What is Pathological Demand Avoidance?

The first time a clinician asked me, "Have you heard of PDA?" I was stumped. I know an acronym for...

BPD: Bordering Darkness and Light

“Borderline personality disorder is a mental health condition that affects the way people feel...