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Pain is a sensation we have all felt; usually a part of our body is injured and we experience pain when we try to use that body part. Technically, pain is supposed to be a helpful signal from our body, saying ‘don’t do this, rest your body’. However, chronic pain is present for a long […]
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People have been aiming to find an answer for the simple question of “What does it mean to be a human being?” for centuries, ranging from philosophers to politicians. While some have made promising advances in our understanding of the human experience (such as Charles Darwin with his theory of evolution and Jean Piaget’s work […]
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Regret is an inevitable feeling that comes with the human experience. You simply cannot subscribe to a life without making decisions, and along with this may come regret. Unfortunately, regret is linked to guilt, self-blame and negative thinking. These emotions may stir up the familiar feeling of when you felt like you made a mistake; […]
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Imagine yourself in a group conversation. Have you ever seen somebody and thought to yourself, “They just know exactly what to say and when”. You wonder how they have this ability of intuitively knowing what someone else is feeling and how to best respond to it. While it seems like that person is simply a […]
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Gaslighting is an emotionally abusive strategy, usually inflicted on a person in order to have them second-guess their reality, memory, identity and thoughts. While the act is usually concealed and not openly displayed, the implications are vividly noticeable. Gaslighting is commonly seen in romantic relationships but it can exist in friendships, familial relations and professional […]
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As one of the beginning stages in a relationship, love bombing occurs when a person “bombs” the other with excessive compliments, smothers them in affection and quality time, gives them high-end gifts and shows them off to important people in their life as a means to hold power in the relationship. The use of these […]
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Journalling is simply an act of writing down our thoughts, feelings and behaviours. While there are various forms of journalling, there is no standard rule and individuals choose to write in the manner they prefer. Have you ever wondered why people journal? While research in recent years has begun to uncover the health benefits of […]
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Stress is an unavoidable part of any of our lives, and can easily lead to a downward spiral when ineffectively managed. These steps focus on what’s necessary to prevent stress, cope with it on your own, and manage it with the help of a professional. Preventing stress Though it is undeniably easier said than done, […]
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Unlike what many people believe, you don’t have to be diagnosed with a mental illness or be “crazy” to see a therapist – anyone can benefit from the experience. But sometimes it can be hard to identify when you need professional help with the difficulties life is throwing your way. These signs can help you […]
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We all have close friends or family members who experience distress, and oftentimes, it can be frustrating and difficult to know how to help. Here are a few steps you can take to ensure you provide the support needed for them to feel better: 1. Learn more about their struggles: Every problem is different […]