coping

Life presents variables; learning how to cope in order to master, minimize, or tolerate what has come to pass.

Doing the Inner Work. Content Warning.
I stared down at my fingernails, trying to resist the urge to pick at the nail polish before staring back at the woman across from me. "I want to die."
By The Schizophrenic Momabout a year ago in Psyche
The Psychological Cost of Chasing Success. . AI-Generated.
Success is the ultimate goal we’re told to pursue. From a young age, we’re taught that working hard, staying focused, and pushing past obstacles will eventually bring the rewards we seek: financial freedom, recognition, and personal satisfaction. But what happens when the pursuit of success takes a toll on your mental well-being? What’s the price we pay for chasing an ideal that seems to always move just beyond reach?
By Kamran Khanabout a year ago in Psyche
Desire
Have you ever heard the story of the lion and the gazelle? The gazelle needs the lion to chase it to run; without the threat, it stops. Many people live their lives like gazelles, constantly waiting for an external push to motivate them. But what happens when that push isn't there? They do nothing. It's not because they lack talent or skills, but because their character isn't strong enough to sustain them. Remember, your talent can take you places, but only your character will keep you there.
By The Big Bad about a year ago in Psyche
Me vs. RSD: An Ongoing Battle
Back in my single-digits era, one piece of knowledge was imperative in making every summer worthwhile: Knowing who was selling the best-frozen treats, which we called “Icees,” in the neighborhood that year.
By Jonathan Apolloabout a year ago in Psyche
Gratitude For The Little Things
Life can be Extremely Difficult. It is something that we all Understand and Experience. But often, this Understanding begins to Overwhelm Us.
By Dr. Cody Dakota Wooten, DFM, DHM, DAS (hc)about a year ago in Psyche
Navigating the World of Video Blogging as an Autistic Individual
In recent years, video blogging, or vlogging, has become a powerful platform for individuals to express their passions, share knowledge, and connect with like-minded communities. For autistic individuals, vlogging offers a unique opportunity to channel their intense focus and deep interests into engaging content. One aspect of this is info dumping, a term often used to describe the practice of providing extensive, detailed information about a specific topic. For many autistic vloggers, info dumping is not just a means of communication but a way to embrace and celebrate their neurodiversity.
By Tangerinehippiestudiosabout a year ago in Psyche
It's Time For You To Accept The Money You Want
No matter what you're doing, you always have a choice: to bring love and a positive attitude into every situation or to let negativity drag you down. If you find yourself in an uncomfortable situation, look within and ask, "What lesson can I learn from this?" Every experience, good or bad, has something valuable to teach you.
By The Big Bad about a year ago in Psyche
LET THEM GO! Love Yourself Always
When it comes to relationships, especially romantic ones, they often become the top priority for many of us. We are always searching, hunting for love, believing that if we could just find the right partner, everything in our lives would magically improve. But here's the truth: chasing love with unclear intentions rarely brings us the relationship we desire. There is a big difference between needing love and being needy for love.
By The Big Bad about a year ago in Psyche
You Will Never Be Poor Again
Every day, you are presented with a choice. You can choose to stay stuck, feeling bitter about the past, or you can forgive, let go, and move forward to create a joyous, fulfilling life. The freedom to shape your life, to make it anything you want it to be, lies in your hands because you have the power of choice.
By The Big Bad about a year ago in Psyche
Love Yourself First
The most enduring relationship in your life—the one that will outlast all others—is the relationship you have with yourself. Every other relationship comes and goes, even those that last until "death do us part." Eventually, all relationships end. But the one person you will be with for your entire life is you. Your relationship with yourself is eternal.
By The Big Bad about a year ago in Psyche
The Quiet Destroyer: Why the Covert Narcissist Is the Most Dangerous of All
Most of us are taught to watch out for the loud, arrogant narcissist—the one who dominates every room and demands the spotlight. We see the storm coming. But what about the quiet, unassuming person who seems so humble and supportive, yet leaves us feeling confused, anxious, and constantly questioning our own sanity? This is the world of the covert narcissist, and their danger lies not in the storm, but in the subtle, creeping fog that erodes our reality.
By Sunshine Firecrackerabout a year ago in Psyche
How Narcissists Weaponize the Legal System
Narcissistic abuse is a form of emotional and psychological manipulation that often goes unnoticed, even by its victims. It is insidious, pervasive, and, in many cases, escalates into more overt forms of control and harm. One of the most disturbing manifestations of narcissistic abuse is when narcissists weaponize legal systems, particularly the police and courts, to further their manipulation and control over their victims. This article explores the dynamics of narcissistic abuse, how narcissists use the legal system as a weapon, and what victims can do to protect themselves.
By Sunshine Firecrackerabout a year ago in Psyche