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Breaking The Cycle of Generational Habits
“One believes things because one has been conditioned to believe them.” – Adlous Huxley, Brave New World [Goodreads] Am I my parents’ daughter? What does that even mean? Rewriting the Narrative Being my parents’ daughter meant Following in my father’s footsteps,While being the threads That held my family together. It meant believing in my parents’ …
Essential Bottoms for Summer: Discover the Best Shorts, Skirts, and Pants
With the arrival of summer’s blazing heat and vibrant sunshine, a fresh-season wardrobe makeover is inescapable. But where do you start? Fret not, we’ve got you covered. We’re here to guide you through the essentials in the lower half of your summer closet – shorts, skirts, and trousers. Whether you’re a beach bum, city tourist, …
Motivation for Self-Improvement: Proven Tips to Unlock Your Potential
In the journey of life, we often find ourselves at a crossroads, unsure of which path to take. We know we want to grow, improve, and reach new heights, but the motivation to do so can sometimes be elusive. This struggle is as universal as humanity itself, and we will explore this shared experience in …
Living with Depression: Exploring the Untold Challenges of Mental Illness
Every so often, you may find your stylish coffee mug swamped amidst an ocean of uncleaned dishes and your once immaculate living room transformed into an unintentional storage unit. Standing amid the chaos, you may perceive it as a simple lack of time – or worse, label it sheer laziness. But beneath this disarray, hidden …
The Struggle Between Holding On and Letting Go
Life balances precariously between holding on and letting go, weighed down by fear and the unknown. It begs the question of what we truly fear losing or if it’s the uncertainty of trust that makes us cling. Ultimately, choosing the familiar or embracing the unknown is a personal crossroads.
Set Free in My Day-to-Day Life
What Does It Mean to Truly Set Yourself Free? Set Yourself Free To Find Yourself A Personal Experience AB … I realized that I was anything but free. AB Setting yourself free means ending friendships that do not align with your life and losing people you care about deeply. You set yourself free by becoming …
Understanding Men’s Psychology: Why They Leave and Why They Always Come Back
The article explores the psychology of men in relationships, their reasons for leaving, and their occasional return. It discusses the ‘no-contact rule’ and its effects, stressing the emotional impacts on men when women move on or become independent. The importance of understanding attachment styles and communication within a relationship is highlighted, along with the need for self-preservation when confronting these cycles. The piece ultimately advises women to assess their emotional well-being and intentions carefully when a man exhibits inconsistent behavior in a relationship.
Understanding Relationship Commitment Issues: Why Is It So Hard for Me to Commit?
Commitment in relationships is an intricate blend of emotional, intellectual, physical, and societal elements, often complicated by individual fears and past traumas. Psychological attachment styles and prior relational experiences heavily influence one’s ability to commit. Overcoming commitment phobia involves confronting fears, understanding personal patterns, and fostering self-awareness and self-worth. Therapy, communication, and self-help strategies offer ways to manage these issues, leading to healthier, more fulfilling relationships. A balance between independence and commitment is essential to a long-term, satisfying partnership.
Prioritizing Genuine Friendships
Going into my junior year of college, I wanted to improve some aspects of my life, so I decided to make goals for the year. In doing this, I realized that I have not always prioritized my friendships, and I wanted to change this. I have always said that I value friendship, but sometimes, my …