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Mental health
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

Why Do We Keep Doing Things That Don't Serve Us?

Pain is universal, but suffering is a choice influenced by our reactions.
Mindfulness can help break the cycle of unhelpful coping habits.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

Why Do We Keep Doing Things That Don't Serve Us?

Pain is universal, but suffering is a choice influenced by our reactions.
Mindfulness can help break the cycle of unhelpful coping habits.
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#mental-health
Humor
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

Can You Imagine a World Without Laughter?

Laughter is essential for mental health, social bonding, and coping with adversity, making it a fundamental part of human experience.
US politics
fromThe New Yorker
4 months ago

The Second Trump Administration's New Forms of Distraction

People are increasingly using reality TV and hobbies as distractions from overwhelming news about politics.
In response to stressful news cycles, individuals seek low-stakes entertainment to alleviate mental burden.
Mental health
from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago

I'm 34 with $5 million saved, but I'm still battling addiction - did downsizing my life really help?

Spending as a coping mechanism can lead to mental health issues.
It's vital to prioritize mental health over career and financial success.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

Perfectionism Won't Cure Your Fear of Uncertainty

Perfectionism acts as a shield against existential fears but can lead to increased distress.
Embracing the ordinary rather than seeking perfection can mitigate existential anxiety.
Humor
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

Can You Imagine a World Without Laughter?

Laughter is essential for mental health, social bonding, and coping with adversity, making it a fundamental part of human experience.
US politics
fromThe New Yorker
4 months ago

The Second Trump Administration's New Forms of Distraction

People are increasingly using reality TV and hobbies as distractions from overwhelming news about politics.
In response to stressful news cycles, individuals seek low-stakes entertainment to alleviate mental burden.
Mental health
from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago

I'm 34 with $5 million saved, but I'm still battling addiction - did downsizing my life really help?

Spending as a coping mechanism can lead to mental health issues.
It's vital to prioritize mental health over career and financial success.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

Perfectionism Won't Cure Your Fear of Uncertainty

Perfectionism acts as a shield against existential fears but can lead to increased distress.
Embracing the ordinary rather than seeking perfection can mitigate existential anxiety.
more#mental-health
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago

After every major break-up, I move to a new city - sometimes, even a new continent. It helps me heal more quickly.

"Packing up my life and booking a one-way flight to a new city has become my ultimate coping mechanism after heartbreak. Each move helps redefine my identity beyond relationships."
Relationships
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

Julia Molony: Marine Le Pen opens a new front in France's class war: the right to air con

As extreme heat hits continental Europe, the atmosphere in regions like south-west France reflects a sense of stoicism among residents coping with the oppressive heat.
Europe news
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Instead of Trying to Be Perfect, Choose to Be Authentic

Pursuing authenticity is more meaningful than seeking perfection.
Perfectionism creates insecurity and can lead to avoidance of criticism.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I'm glad I don't have a washing machine. It gives me a reason to spend more time with my aging parents.

I'm grateful I don't have my own washing machine. I never thought I'd see it as anything other than an inconvenience.
Parenting
Cancer
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I sit with my mom through each chemotherapy treatment. Her eyes light up when she talks about her time in the Air Force, and it's helping us both cope.

Stories from my mother help us cope with her Stage 3 cancer diagnosis.
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

How a Los Angeles camp made space to let kids be kids after the wildfires

Not long after the Eaton fire displaced her family from their Los Angeles home, 10-year-old Emory Stumme broke down.
US news
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Parenting
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

What Are Grief Surprises?

Grief is personal, unique, and varies in expression and timeline for each individual.
Landmark dates can amplify feelings of grief, making planning helpful.
Unexpected reminders of loss, termed 'grief surprises', can be particularly challenging.
Naming grief experiences can provide stability and a coping path for children and adults.
#literature
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

A Beauty and a Beast Can Help Grieving Young Readers

Reading helps teenagers cope with loss and difficult situations through bibliotherapy, allowing them to relate to fictional characters facing similar challenges.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

A Beauty and a Beast Can Help Grieving Young Readers

Reading helps teenagers cope with loss and difficult situations through bibliotherapy, allowing them to relate to fictional characters facing similar challenges.
more#literature
Mental health
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

Fight, flight, or freeze: What kind of recession prepper are you?

Economic anxiety leads to varied coping mechanisms reflecting natural fear responses.
Consumer sentiment is low due to economic uncertainties and rising living costs.
#emotional-support
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fromSlate Magazine
3 months ago

Help! I Think My Friend Would Highly Benefit from Plastic Surgery-And It's My Duty to Tell Her.

I've taken a not totally intentional step back from social media and have absorbed the news without the opinions of thousands of other people.
Mental health
fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events
3 months ago

In the age of Donald Trump, I've found a new appreciation for the patience of the picture restorer

In times past, one of my favourite ways to switch off was to go through online auction catalogues in pursuit of mis-catalogued paintings... Now that I'm no longer in the art trade, the chase is not quite so exciting.
Europe news
#trauma
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 months ago
Mental health

There seems to be no limit to how far Israel can go in its genocide on Gaza

Survival in Gaza has led to emotional and psychological lies as a coping mechanism amidst ongoing violence.
fromPsychology Today
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

The Six Psychological Stages of a Disaster

Understanding the psychological impact of disasters aids in community rebuilding, as each trauma experience is unique and should not be compared.
more#trauma
fromPsychology Today
6 months ago

Overwhelmed? Your ADHD Guide to Thriving This Holiday Season

The festive season can often feel alien to those of us who are neurodivergent. From the sensory overload to the pressure of social interactions, holidays can be exhausting.
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