A Short Primer on Emotional Intelligence

Do you habitually analyze your or or someone else’s feelings? Are you always curious about other people? You may be surprised to know that these are signs of high emotional intelligence. Emotional intelligence (EI) is a more finely tuned way of understanding emotions and using them as a source of information. With emotional intelligence, we … Continue reading A Short Primer on Emotional Intelligence

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Debunking Mental Health Myths

Mental health is a sensitive and complex topic that is often misunderstood. Many myths and misconceptions about mental health can lead to inaccurate information and stigma. This article will debunk some of the most common mental health myths. Why It’s Important to Truly Understand Mental Health It’s essential to dispel the myths about mental health … Continue reading Debunking Mental Health Myths

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Do I Have an Inferiority Complex? How Do I Overcome It?

Have you ever been in a group where you can’t say a single word because of feelings of inferiority around others? The feelings of inadequacy and insecurity, as well as the tendency to compare, are not unusual. But, if these feelings become self-consuming to the point that you’re running low on self-esteem, then you may … Continue reading Do I Have an Inferiority Complex? How Do I Overcome It?

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Life After Widowhood: How to Move Forward and Find Happiness Again

A spouse's death is a painful experience. During this difficult time, the feelings of emotional loss can be overwhelming. Each of us reacts differently to it. But you have to know that you are not alone in this. Bereavement is a process, and there is a proper way of grieving. Reading through this article will … Continue reading Life After Widowhood: How to Move Forward and Find Happiness Again

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Finding Peace With Your Spirituality

Does Religion Provide Mental Peace? Finding Peace with Your Spirituality Spiritual beliefs and religious practices play a vital role in helping people deal with the vicissitudes of life. Most of us adhere to our religion devotedly to save our souls. But did you know that religious involvement can also benefit our physical and mental health? … Continue reading Finding Peace With Your Spirituality

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Let’s Talk About Sex: How to Control Sexual Desire

Sex is a beautiful way to express your love and affection to someone you love. However, sexual desires can be a problem sometimes. For example, having an affair can cause a lot of pain to all parties involved, especially the one that got cheated on. Partners who cheated would usually say that they "didn't mean … Continue reading Let’s Talk About Sex: How to Control Sexual Desire

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15 Stress-Relieving Hobbies You Should Try Now

Weekends are best spent for relaxation and leisure, but you shouldn’t wait for the weekend to relax and unwind. Your whole week is loaded with demands from both work and your home, so your stress levels are most likely fluctuating throughout the week. Making the effort to include relaxation as a part of your everyday … Continue reading 15 Stress-Relieving Hobbies You Should Try Now

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Be Confident Behind the Steering Wheel: How to Overcome the Fear of Driving

Driving is often considered as one of the most common activities that cause panic and fear. This specific phobia of driving has been given a lot of names: amaxophobia, ochophobia, motorphobia, or hamaxophobia. This specific phobia results from persistent and extreme fear of driving or riding a vehicle and losing control. Different driving situations can … Continue reading Be Confident Behind the Steering Wheel: How to Overcome the Fear of Driving

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Do Dreams Mean Anything? The Science Behind Dreams

Have you ever woken up from a good night's sleep and remembered your dream vividly? Surely, you have woken several times thinking about what your dreams mean. Sigmund Freud theorized that dreams are linked to wish fulfillment. Dreams are products of the unconscious mind and reveal a person's subconscious desires. According to Calvin Hall, dreaming … Continue reading Do Dreams Mean Anything? The Science Behind Dreams

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Protect Your Mental Space: How to Deal With Overly Dramatic People

Everyone experiences drama from time to time. It may happen more often to some who regularly interact with overly dramatic people. Overly dramatic people can be very annoying and tiring to deal with. You may not be able to get rid of them in your life, but this article will teach you how to handle … Continue reading Protect Your Mental Space: How to Deal With Overly Dramatic People

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No One Is Perfect: When Perfectionism Becomes a Problem

There is nothing wrong with aiming for perfection. The problem arises when people lose their peace because of it. Considered a positive trait by many, perfectionism increases your chances of achieving success. Despite this optimistic viewpoint, perfectionism can cause self-sabotaging behaviors. When perfectionism becomes a problem, attaining your goals becomes more difficult. This could also … Continue reading No One Is Perfect: When Perfectionism Becomes a Problem