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The inner child is our original deep essence and the basis of our self-expression, creativity, and spontaneity. Our connection with the inner child determines how much we can enjoy life, be spontaneous and playful, and to what extent we allow ourselves to dream and creatively express ourselves. However, many of us have experienced childhood trauma […]
Our shadow emotions influence most aspects of our lives without us knowing it. It could be that curse word you uttered out of nowhere. Or the hateful comments you made about a photo you saw online. Whatever it is, our shadow self, unless dealt with, has the potential to cause havoc in our lives. That’s […]
Scientists and psychologists alike want to understand what Emotional intelligence is all about. Past studies prove that it holds endless shots in improving peoples’ interactions. Moreover, most of our actions are a snapshot of our emotions. So, what is emotional intelligence? How relevant is it in our lives today? And what are the four components […]
When is the last time you laughed? Maybe a few minutes ago, right? And when is the last time you cried? I bet you can’t even remember. So, crying therapy comes in handy. Just like happiness, sadness is a normal emotion. Yet many people, both men and women, still find it hard to cry. We […]
Are you a highly sensitive person? Are you over-sensitive to sensory input around you despite those near you seeming fine with it? If loud sounds, bright light, or even strong smells tick you off, these extreme emotional reactions to everyday life events mean you could be a highly sensitive person (HSP). Still, lots of myths […]
What Are Shadow Emotions? All emotions are neutral. Yet, there are some emotions that we subconsciously categorize as bad. Consequently, we try to disassociate with them. These are the shadow emotions. Shadow emotions are emotions that remain hidden in our shadow, behind what we portray as our self-image. Then, they manifest unexpectedly, causing havoc to […]
The fact is; we are emotional beings. We go through one or more emotions at different stages in our lives, depending on our environment and those around us. These emotions, coupled with desire and knowledge, determine how we behave. However, not all emotions are pleasant. A painful period may trigger awful negative feelings that can […]
Healing through your past trauma could be a long process but there are signs of change and growth along the way. It’s not always easy to see the progress because it could look so small and inconspicuous most days, but there are telltale signs that can help you to see even the smallest progress. There are […]
Have you ever thought about how your cravings are connected to your emotional state? The fact is that we don’t always eat just to satisfy physical hunger. Many of us also turn to food for comfort, stress relief, or to reward ourselves. It is pointless to promise yourself that you will never eat anything sweet again […]
Life always gives us challenges and life lessons for our development and personal evolution. Each of us in one way or another is dealing with some sort of life challenges. However, some people happen to manage these challenges better than others. You can find lots of examples where a big life challenge made a person […]
Are you an emotional empath? Did you know that your vivid look at your surrounding is an asset that the rest of the universe demands? However, unless you learn to be compassionate without being drained, this personality trait will pose a serious challenge to your mental health. See empaths have their lives revolving around sensitivity […]
As per Festinger’s (Leon) Cognitive Dissonance theory, we all have an inner urge to hold on to our beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors, even when these value systems get challenged later in life. We want to make sense of our actions by avoiding any disharmony in our thought process. Yet, everyone goes through a stage in […]