'Don't be boring!' How to cope with the social pressure to drink during Dry January
Drinking is often associated with being fun, which creates societal pressure for those trying to abstain, making open conversations crucial for support.
Saoirse Hanley: I've been a binge drinker, and even been carted off in an ambulance, but I won't feel pressured to do Dry January
The societal pressure for 'Dry January' conflicts with personal enjoyment of occasional drinking.
'Don't be boring!' How to cope with the social pressure to drink during Dry January
Drinking is often associated with being fun, which creates societal pressure for those trying to abstain, making open conversations crucial for support.
Saoirse Hanley: I've been a binge drinker, and even been carted off in an ambulance, but I won't feel pressured to do Dry January
The societal pressure for 'Dry January' conflicts with personal enjoyment of occasional drinking.
People With Low IQs Are Confessing How Their Lives Are So Different From Yours, And It's Eye-Opening
Being overwhelmed by high expectations can lead to feelings of inadequacy despite effort and skills, particularly for those with learning difficulties.
Therapists Explain Why It's OK to Stay Inside Even When It's Sunny Out
Staying home on your day off can be beneficial if it aligns with your values; one day doesn't define your year.
Perfectionism Is a Trap. Here's How to Escape.
Perfectionism is about never feeling good enough or adequate, leading to a harsh internal voice.
Perfectionism rates have surged in recent decades, particularly socially prescribed perfectionism.
People With Low IQs Are Confessing How Their Lives Are So Different From Yours, And It's Eye-Opening
Being overwhelmed by high expectations can lead to feelings of inadequacy despite effort and skills, particularly for those with learning difficulties.
Therapists Explain Why It's OK to Stay Inside Even When It's Sunny Out
Staying home on your day off can be beneficial if it aligns with your values; one day doesn't define your year.
Perfectionism Is a Trap. Here's How to Escape.
Perfectionism is about never feeling good enough or adequate, leading to a harsh internal voice.
Perfectionism rates have surged in recent decades, particularly socially prescribed perfectionism.
The holiday season increases anxiety due to social pressures, financial strains, and high expectations, making coping mechanisms essential for emotional well-being.
Aoife Rooney: I'm a twenty-something who doesn't want to emigrate, run a marathon or get lip filler - did I miss the Gen Z life-plan memo?
Mid-twenties are characterized by societal pressures to conform to certain life choices.
Experiencing seismic life changes can be overwhelming, especially in a shifting friend dynamic.
How to Speak Truth Without Fear
People often suppress controversial opinions due to fear of ostracism, even in free societies.
For multiracial Americans, Trump's attack on Harris felt personal
The challenges faced by individuals of multiracial heritage in feeling misunderstood and pressured to choose a single racial identity persist in society today.
10 Signs You're a Competitive Personality And What to Do If You Are One!
Competitiveness can be a positive trait, but when it becomes toxic, it can have negative outcomes.
Competitiveness can stem from childhood experiences, personality traits, and social pressure.
Society doesn't want my kids': China's single women forced abroad to freeze their eggs
Chinese single women face barriers to egg freezing, prompting some to seek the procedure abroad.