Embracing the Negative Phase of Life
Life is a journey filled with ups and downs, highs and lows, and moments of joy and despair. Similar to a vessel navigating through turbulent seas, I frequently discover myself amidst a chaotic tempest. In these times, it feels as though the dark clouds have gathered, and the waves are threatening to knock over me. […]
CRIMSON
It’s been some time, she hasn’t come yet. Although I am not exactly fond of her but, yeah, I mean, I can’t let her go. She is a long time acquaintance. Almost a bittersweet friend. I met her first when I was in sixth grade. It was March 2015. The year before, when I was […]
Social Connection
In a fast paced world driven by technology and individualism social connection has become an more important then ever. As someone who has experienced the transformative effects of meaningful relationships, I want to share my personal journey and the impact that social connection can have, has had, on my life. During a tough phase of […]
Exploring the Arch of Representation of Mental Health in Bollywood
Bollywood, the Hindi-Indian film industry, has long been a powerful medium of storytelling and entertainment. Over the years, it has played a significant role in shaping the cultural landscape of the nation. Mental health, once a taboo subject, has gradually gained recognition and understanding in society. We’ll try to delve into the arch of representation
Lazy and Dumb, or Something Else Entirely?
Why is everything so difficult for me? I need to stop being lazy and do something in my life, be productive- like everyone else, but I can’t. Why can’t I ever finish anything I start? I’m such a failure and lack the energy and motivation to complete anything. Why am I so forgetful and keep […]
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 […]