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Retirement
fromSilicon Canals
2 days ago

Psychology suggests retirees who become genuinely exhausting to be around are almost never aware they're doing it - because the crankiness is grief wearing a disguise and the neediness is loneliness knocking on the only doors still open, and neither one feels like a choice from the inside - Silicon Canals

Retirement can lead to unexpected grief and identity loss, resulting in irritability and strained relationships.
Retirement
fromSilicon Canals
3 weeks ago

I asked a retirement counselor why men fall apart within two years of retiring - she said it's not boredom, it's the first time their nervous system has no structure to hide inside - Silicon Canals

Retirement can disrupt men's sense of identity and structure, leading to emotional challenges as they face a lack of external regulation.
Retirement
fromSilicon Canals
2 days ago

Psychology suggests retirees who become genuinely exhausting to be around are almost never aware they're doing it - because the crankiness is grief wearing a disguise and the neediness is loneliness knocking on the only doors still open, and neither one feels like a choice from the inside - Silicon Canals

Retirement can lead to unexpected grief and identity loss, resulting in irritability and strained relationships.
Retirement
fromSilicon Canals
3 weeks ago

I asked a retirement counselor why men fall apart within two years of retiring - she said it's not boredom, it's the first time their nervous system has no structure to hide inside - Silicon Canals

Retirement can disrupt men's sense of identity and structure, leading to emotional challenges as they face a lack of external regulation.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Is There an Answer to the Question, 'Do I Start a Family?'

Women are increasingly questioning the decision to start a family, recognizing its complexity and the emotional weight it carries.
Relationships
fromHuffPost
1 week ago

People Who Convinced Their Partners To Open Their Relationships Share How It REALLY Went For Them

Open relationships can be a solution for couples facing emotional challenges, allowing sexual freedom while maintaining a primary partnership.
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago

My Ex Cheated on Me When Our Son Was 6 Months Old. Years Later, I Still Have to Face a Reminder of His Infidelity.

Navigating complex family dynamics requires compassion and understanding, especially when dealing with reminders of past betrayals.
Silicon Valley food
fromEntrepreneur
3 weeks ago

His Weekend Side Gig Was Meant as a Joke - Then Customers Fell in Love With It. Now It's on Track for $2M in Revenue This Year

Josh Kim's journey with Softies Burger illustrates the unpredictable challenges and emotional highs of starting a business, emphasizing the importance of staying true to initial motivations.
Arts
fromwww.npr.org
8 months ago

'Horrific' Relationships: Alison Brie and Dave Franco explore codependency in their movie

The movie 'Together' reflects on the complexities of a long-term relationship tested by emotional baggage and external circumstances.
Mental health
fromBuzzFeed
9 months ago

20 Things Women Romanticize As Children That Are Very Different Once You Become A Woman

Hyper-independence often stems from parental neglect, leading to guilt when asking for help.
fromFast Company
9 months ago

5 things every startup founder needs to know after the idea

The journey from idea to company is rarely linear—and almost never glamorous. Most founders have an OMG moment early on in which they realize that they are not just building a product, fundraising, and selling: they are building a company.
Startup companies
fromVulture
9 months ago

Hannah Fields on How to Be a Girl's Girl in the Love Island USA Villa

I missed Charlie and laughing all the time, but when I look at the bigger picture, I'm like, 'Well, somebody who laughs all the time might not be the perfect partner for me.'
Television
Liverpool FC
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
10 months ago

'I was on my own on my birthday, crying on my bedroom floor. I think it was feeling of having all the pressure of the football club on your shoulders' Everton striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin opens up after hitting rock bottom

Dominic Calvert-Lewin candidly shares the emotional toll of elite football and the pressures of his responsibilities during injury and relegation.
#caregiving
fromBKReader
10 months ago

Navigating Personal Injury Claims Involving Family Members

But when the person who caused the injury is someone in your family, it gets more complicated. It's easy to feel confused or unsure about what to do.
Brooklyn
fromBusiness Insider
10 months ago

Millennials aren't ready to inherit homes from their baby boomer parents

Atkinson describes a chaotic inheritance landscape where emotional luggage meets real estate dilemmas, exemplifying the impending wave of responsibility for millennials.
Retirement
Mental health
fromBuzzFeed
11 months ago

Doctors And Medical Professionals Are Sharing The Unsolicited Medical Questions Friends Asked Them

Medical professionals often face challenging questions from friends and family about health, leading to emotional dilemmas.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
11 months ago

12 Reasons Why It's Hard to Be a Twin

Support groups can help twins navigate their unique relationship challenges and improve their ability to connect.
Understanding twin estrangement requires recognizing both the benefits and hardships of having a twin.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
11 months ago

Empty Nest, Empty Heart

Letting children go can be a profound emotional challenge for fathers.
Fathers experience both joy and loss as children grow and seek independence.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
11 months ago

Why ADHD Makes You Focus On the Wrong Things First

ADHD brains prioritize stimulation over importance, often leaving key tasks unfinished.
Individuals with ADHD experience stress with boring tasks, even if they are important.
Engaging in low-value tasks provides a false sense of accomplishment for those with ADHD.
Progress for those with ADHD requires confronting discomfort rather than seeking dopamine.
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