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Setting Boundaries: A Guide for Adults Dealing with Disrespectful Parents

Boundaries are essential in all relationships, defining our limits and fostering mutual respect. However, setting boundaries with parents can be especially difficult due to deeply ingrained family dynamics. When parents consistently disregard these boundaries, it can lead to significant emotional distress and strain in the parent-child relationship. This challenge is even more pronounced for adult children of emotionally immature parents. You may have grown up …

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Coping with Job Loss: A Guide to Protecting Your Mental Health

Losing a job, whether due to company downsizing or restructuring, economic factors, organizational changes, or any number of other factors, is an incredibly challenging and stressful experience. Studies have shown that the mental health impact of job loss can be as severe as that of a divorce or the death of a loved one. A study published by Frontiers in Psychology in 2021 found that …

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Battling the May Blues: A Guide to Mental Health Support

As the days grow longer and the weather starts to warm, many of us eagerly await spring’s arrival. However, for some, the transition into May can bring about a unique set of challenges—the “May blues.” This phenomenon, often overlooked, can manifest as subtle changes in mood, energy levels, and overall well-being. The May blues can be attributed to various factors, from the lingering effect of …

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Breaking the Burnout Cycle

March is Mental Health Month, making it an opportune time to raise awareness about the significance of mental well-being and the detrimental effects of burnout on mental health. Burnout is something we all face in today’s fast-paced world. It is a state of emotional, physical and mental exhaustion caused by excessive and prolonged stress. Ignoring burnout can have severe consequences for both our psychological and …

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Untangling the Web of Relationships: A Mini-Series: Part 3: Insecure Attachment

Affiliate Disclosure: This page contains affiliate links. I may earn a commission if you purchase through these links. However, my recommendations are based on genuine experiences and thorough research. I probably don’t need to reiterate this, but relationships are complex and often challenging to navigate on a good day. An insecure attachment style can significantly impact relationships, making that complexity and challenge even more apparent. …

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Untangling the Web of Relationships: Part 2 Resentment

Imagine a scenario where resentment festers, anxiety thrives, and attachment feel insecure. Depending on the context of your relationships, this may be easy to imagine. Relationships are the tapestry that interweaves our lives, shapes our experiences and influences our emotional well-being. However, as cracks appear, it is important to recognize the underlying issues contributing to our relationships’ disharmony. Throughout this article, we will begin to …