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May 20, 2022
Codependency vs. Interdependency
Codependency is an unequal partnership, while interdependency is an equal one.
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May 20, 2022
How Jealousy Can Destroy a Relationship (And How to Not Let That Happen)
You can learn how and why jealousy occurs in relationships to help you cope with and manage jealous behaviors.
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May 20, 2022
Fidgeting Strategies that Help People with ADHD Focus
If you have ADHD, chewing gum or doodling may improve your focus.
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May 20, 2022
6 Everyday Things That Feel Overwhelming When You Have ADHD
Here are 6 everyday tasks that might feel overwhelming when you have ADHD and how to manage them.
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May 20, 2022
10 Ways to Express Gratitude
Here's how to express gratitude in 10 creative ways.
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May 20, 2022
Why Anyone Would Want to Control You
Understanding why people control other people may help you cope with and manage controlling behaviors.
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May 19, 2022
5 Tips for Loving a Woman with ADHD
Open communication and a willingness to learn go a long way when dating anyone, including someone with ADHD.
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May 16, 2022
Why Are So Many Teens Depressed?
Teenage depression occurs due to daily stressors teens may face at school, home, or with peers.
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May 13, 2022
Mindfulness for Anger: A Mindful Practice to Fully Feel Your Anger
When you're feeling frustrated, mindfulness may help you calm down.
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May 12, 2022
How to Talk to Someone Who Is Always Defensive
Find out some of the main causes of defensive behavior, and learn how to talk to someone who is always defensive.
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May 12, 2022
Understanding Object Constancy in Borderline Personality Disorder and Narcissism
This article considers the way object constancy shapes both BPD and NPD, along with information on causes, tips, coping mechanisms, and resources.
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May 6, 2022
Why Are Feelings Important?
Why do emotions matter? They affect mental well-being in so many ways.
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May 6, 2022
Is Your Relationship Making You Depressed? Here’s What You Can Do
What to do if you're feeling depressed from your relationship.
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May 6, 2022
How to Deal with Someone Crossing Your Boundaries
You may feel uneasy about addressing people who have crossed your boundaries, here's how to deal with these situations.
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May 3, 2022
8 CBT Exercises to Help You Cope with Your Breakup
8 CBT exercises to try when going through a breakup.
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April 29, 2022
The Hidden Benefits of Silence
Find out how peace and quiet can benefit your mental health.
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April 28, 2022
How to Be Vulnerable with a Man
Being vulnerable in relationships can be challenging but it can be easier.
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April 28, 2022
Common Defense Mechanisms and Why They Work
Learn more about the common defense mechanisms you may be experiencing.
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April 27, 2022
How People with Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) Play the Victim
People with NPD often play the victim and manipulate the narrative, but there are ways to cope.
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April 27, 2022
How to Overcome 5 Common Challenges of Long-Distance Relationships
Here are 5 suggestions to make your romance last.
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April 22, 2022
How to Break Up with a Friend
Breaking up with a friend isn't easy but sometimes necessary. These steps can help you close this chapter with grace.
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April 22, 2022
Why You Might Feel Guilty All the Time: What to Do About It
Irrational guilt magnifies ordinary feelings of remorse or guilt and can seriously impact many aspects of your life.
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April 18, 2022
How to Stop Holding a Grudge and Move On
Letting go of grudges can be hard but there are ways to make it more simple.
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April 18, 2022
Kids and Divorce: 13 FAQs to First Consider
Here are 13 factors for parent's to think through before proceeding with divorce.
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April 18, 2022
8 Ways to Build Vulnerability in Relationships
How to encourage vulnerability in your relationships.
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April 18, 2022
How to Channel Your Anger into Productive Action
Tips for channeling your anger into positive action.
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April 15, 2022
Why Attachment Is a Key Factor in Your Mental Health
Your attachment style can play a role in your mental wellness.
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April 15, 2022
How to Build Your Self-Esteem
Here are 5 self-esteem building activities to make you feel more confident, valuable, and worthy.
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April 15, 2022
Why Abuse Survivors Stay Silent
Survivors of abuse might not feel comfortable opening up about experiencing abuse — including reporting abuse to authorities.
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April 15, 2022
Taking Space in a Relationship: How It Can Help and What to Do
Taking space can help you and your partner find a healthier path forward.
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April 14, 2022
Asperger’s Syndrome: 5 Myths Busted
We debunk some key myths about Asperger’s syndrome.
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April 11, 2022
6 Ways to Help You Deal with Trauma
Many people have experienced a traumatic event, but how do you learn cope? Here are some strategies.
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April 7, 2022
Love Versus Lust — or Could You Be ‘Addicted’?
Learn the key differences between love and lust.
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April 5, 2022
Why You Should Forgive But ‘Never’ Forget
Forgiving and forgetting can be hard but you don't have to forget to forgive.
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April 4, 2022
How Does Sex Differ from Intimacy?
Sex and intimacy are not the same. Knowing the differences can improve your relationship.
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March 31, 2022
How to Deal with Critical People
With a few tips from our experts, you can learn to manage critical people.
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March 31, 2022
Are You a ‘Deep Feeler?’ What It Means and Tips that May Help
Deep feelers experience more intense feelings than most people
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March 31, 2022
All About FOMO: Overcoming Your Fear of Missing Out
Here's what causes FOMO and how to feel better in the present moment.
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March 31, 2022
6 Things Someone with Narcissistic Traits Would ‘Never’ Do
Narcissism is characterized by self-serving behavior patterns.
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March 31, 2022
How to Confront a Narcissist
Narcissistic abuse can be subtle. Here's how to stand up for yourself and stop the abuse for good.
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Codependency vs. Interdependency

How Jealousy Can Destroy a Relationship (And How to Not Let That Happen)

Fidgeting Strategies that Help People with ADHD Focus

6 Everyday Things That Feel Overwhelming When You Have ADHD

10 Ways to Express Gratitude

Why Anyone Would Want to Control You

5 Tips for Loving a Woman with ADHD

Why Are So Many Teens Depressed?

Mindfulness for Anger: A Mindful Practice to Fully Feel Your Anger

How to Talk to Someone Who Is Always Defensive

Understanding Object Constancy in Borderline Personality Disorder and Narcissism

Why Are Feelings Important?

Is Your Relationship Making You Depressed? Here’s What You Can Do

How to Deal with Someone Crossing Your Boundaries

8 CBT Exercises to Help You Cope with Your Breakup

The Hidden Benefits of Silence

How to Be Vulnerable with a Man

Common Defense Mechanisms and Why They Work

How People with Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) Play the Victim

How to Overcome 5 Common Challenges of Long-Distance Relationships

How to Break Up with a Friend

Why You Might Feel Guilty All the Time: What to Do About It

How to Stop Holding a Grudge and Move On

Kids and Divorce: 13 FAQs to First Consider

8 Ways to Build Vulnerability in Relationships

How to Channel Your Anger into Productive Action

Why Attachment Is a Key Factor in Your Mental Health

How to Build Your Self-Esteem

Why Abuse Survivors Stay Silent

Taking Space in a Relationship: How It Can Help and What to Do

Asperger’s Syndrome: 5 Myths Busted

6 Ways to Help You Deal with Trauma

Love Versus Lust — or Could You Be ‘Addicted’?

Why You Should Forgive But ‘Never’ Forget

How Does Sex Differ from Intimacy?

How to Deal with Critical People

Are You a ‘Deep Feeler?’ What It Means and Tips that May Help

All About FOMO: Overcoming Your Fear of Missing Out

6 Things Someone with Narcissistic Traits Would ‘Never’ Do

How to Confront a Narcissist