coping
Life presents variables; learning how to cope in order to master, minimize, or tolerate what has come to pass.
You're Heartbroken...How To Remind Yourself That You're Worthy
A break-up can affect everyone involved in it, but it can be particularly difficult for the person who did not desire it. This is because he/she may be feeling a range of negative emotions, such as sadness, anger, rejection, and betrayal. They may also be struggling to adjust to the loss of their relationship and the changes it brings to their life.
By Elaine Sihera2 years ago in Psyche
It Isn't a Child's Job to Heal Their Parent's Trauma
After years of writing and talking about my trauma on the internet, I don’t consider myself easily surprised. That all changed, however, when I logged on a few days ago to see a comment section that truly shocked me.
By E.B. Johnson 2 years ago in Psyche
When Trauma Advocates Say This They Aren't Being As Helpful As They Think They Are
Without a doubt, there are few people who annoy me more than trauma validators. What is a “trauma validator”? Well, in the simplest terms, they are well-meaning people who say really gross things that validate the horrible experiences that happen around them. It’s not really their fault. They’re trying to reframe painful experiences and shine a “new light” on them, but their good intentions go too far.
By E.B. Johnson 2 years ago in Psyche
Can Anyone Help A Friend With Their Low Self-Esteem Issues?
It seems that low-self esteem affects far more people than we might imagine. According to a 2019 study published in the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, an estimated 80% of people experience low self-esteem at some point in their lives. The study also found that low self-esteem is more common among women and young people than other groups.
By Elaine Sihera2 years ago in Psyche
"Mummy, Can I Play Out Please?". Content Warning.
I never go back to my childhood home, because the street fills my head with tormenting memories from my past. However, not everything was negative about my childhood. There are also happy memories mixed in with sadness.
By Carol Ann Townend2 years ago in Psyche
The Calm
She walked over to the edge of the rooftop of the 15-story apartment complex where she lived. It was really dark, but I guess that’s the distinguishing feature of night. The stars above shone brighter today, right? Or she hadn’t been out much to notice their comparative brightness anyways. There was barely any movement below. Some cars passed by and people stepped out of them, walking into the building, but beyond that, even the birds dared not animate.
By Perspective2 years ago in Psyche
Anger Management
People lose control of their anger when they lack the interpersonal skills to regulate their emotions and behaviors. Anger management strategies aim to transform anger from an unwanted impulse to a calm response. Basic lifestyle changes like sleeping well, exercising, and eating healthily can also help prevent anger issues. Psychologists, therapists, counselors and other mental health professionals are trained to help people develop the skills needed to manage anger in constructive ways.
By Renewed Soul2 years ago in Psyche
Death of a Salesman. Content Warning.
I once explained to a small group my ideas for selling an odd mismatched item. At the end of the discussion, in which I shared a rather off-the-wall approach that actually HAS worked before, one of the people asked me if I could sell ice to the Eskimos.
By Judey Kalchik 2 years ago in Psyche
Discovering the Shadow Self
Trauma. It's a bugger. I've been through a lot in my life. Scrolling back through my life history, it reads like a crazy sad film. I've had so much loss. I thought the trauma was as bad as it gets each time, but the final straw was my fiancé dying in a cycling accident in May 2020. OK, universe, you've had your fun. Do your bloody worst. Oh, hold on, you just did, you f*cker.
By Jan Barley2 years ago in Psyche
