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Philosophy
fromPsychology Today
11 hours ago

Perfectionists Don't Ever Believe You're Trying Your Best

Perfectionists believe others can always do better, while most people believe others are trying their best, creating fundamentally different worldviews about human effort and worth.
Television
fromVulture
1 day ago

Southern Charm Recap: Body Shots Fired

Craig accuses Venita of bullying without evidence, escalating into a heated argument that reveals tension between cast members over feedback about personal growth.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

The Problem With Coercive Control

"Coercive control" is the term for a diabolical relationship pattern that can have devastating consequences. It occurs when one person unreasonably interferes with another person's free will and liberty (Pisarra, 2022). The seriousness of coercive control is being increasingly acknowledged, and in some places, it is now a criminal offence. As heinous as coercive control is, the dynamics of controlling may be key to understanding what is occurring.
Psychology
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
5 months ago

How to Stop Using Boundary Setting as an Avoidance Tactic

Boundary setting protects physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing but can be misused to avoid addressing underlying problems.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
9 months ago

Why Do People With Schizoid PD Experience Existential Dread?

Schizoid personality disorder fosters fear of intimacy and feelings of isolation, complicating interpersonal relationships.
The 'schizoid dilemma' balances the need for contact with the fear of abusive relationships.
Neglecting whole object relations in childhood leads to significant interpersonal challenges.
#relationships
fromPsychology Today
9 months ago
Relationships

The Huge Red Flag That No One Talks About

Red flags aren't always reasons to end a relationship; they can indicate areas of growth.
Hunting for red flags can distort perceptions and damage healthy relationships.
Recognizing that everyone has red flags fosters acceptance and understanding in relationships.
fromPsychology Today
10 months ago
Relationships

Don't Follow the Golden Rule

The Golden Rule may lead to misunderstandings in relationships due to differing needs between partners.
more#relationships
fromVulture
10 months ago

Below Deck Down Under Recap: Below Deck Elementary

Tzarina's emotional struggles stem from her insecurities and fear of exclusion, making her behavior both frustrating and sympathetic as she grapples with her feelings.
Relationships
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