The Maternal Influence: Shaping Children’s Body Image and Perception
My mother had a significant impact on how I perceived myself and how I perceived my body as a child, as I recall my early years. My mother suffered from postpartum depression that led to unrealistic expectations of how a body is “supposed” to look after birth. This led to body image issues that she […]
Relationship truth you need to know……
One of the hardest parts I learned of maintaining a healthy relationship is keeping my own identity. I as a person came into the relationship as an individual with interests, likes, dislikes, friends, and ideas and the same will go with my partner. The most painful thing in a relationship is losing myself in the […]
Global Labelling
Global labeling is a type of cognitive distortion where an individual makes a negative judgment based on a single characteristic or behavior. It involves using extreme language to define oneself or others and can lead to negative emotions, behavior, and a limited view of oneself or others. Global labeling involves using extreme language to describe […
Coming Out to My Parents: A Personal Story of Love, Acceptance, and Courage
Coming out as LGBTQ+ can be a daunting task, especially when it comes to telling family members. For many, parents’ reactions can make or break the experience. As someone who has always been more attracted to guys, I was nervous to tell my parents about my identity, but I knew it was something I had […]
Crucial conversations in couples therapy = a successful relationship
We look for a safe space to feel understood and acknowledged in our relationships. Sometimes, we cannot find it or provide it in our relationships. It might even hide beneath the surface. This leads to conflicts and acts as a source of discomfort in relationships. That is when couples therapy can help. Couples therapy can help […]
How to Pronounce Motivation
Motivation — is it something that you struggle with? Do you find that your energy levels dip after a long, hectic day? Do you find yourself searching for how to pronounce motivation? If so, then you are probably not alone. Many people experience this kind of situation throughout the year. As adults, we are often […]
How to deal with Leaving University
It is different from when you leave school because my parents were still helping me make decisions then: what college I want to go to, how to apply, and what degree to study. But now, three years later, I have got the taste of independence and a sense of how to live away from family. […]
15 Ways to cope with an introverted partner
Dealing with an Introverted Partner Introverted individuals tend to be more reserved, reflective, and inward facing. They often need more solitude and quiet time to recharge and may not always be comfortable in social situations. This can create challenges in relationships, especially when one partner is more introverted than the other. When dealing with an
How to make anxious-avoidant relationships work
You reap what you Sow This idiom makes sense to me now when I talk about how I attach myself to people in relationships. When I first met my partner some 5 years ago, we hit it off well upon initial meeting. I had always been someone who desired constant reassurance and intimacy from my […]
Working Moms and Balancing Work Life
Is there some Balance in Mother’s Work Life’s? Balancing work – life is an art. While anyone can understand how to balance work life through various workshops and seminars conducted by soft skill trainers and experienced speakers and motivational speakers, it is still different when it comes to a mother who is working. As a […]