family

Family can be our support system. Or they can be part of the problem. All about the complicated, loving, and difficult relationship with us and the ones who love us.

When someone both wants to love you and give up on you, they will show these signs
"The Perplexities of the Heart" Nietzsche once opined, "The most arduous phase of life is not when one finds oneself misunderstood by others, but rather when one fails to comprehend oneself." How true these words ring, particularly in matters of the heart!
By jinchenabout a year ago in Psyche
Surviving Sleep Training: A Parent's Guide to Staying Sane and Rested
Let's face it, fellow sleep-deprived parents, sleep training isn't just about getting your little one to snooze through the night. It's also about you keeping your sanity intact! As someone who's been there (and got the dark under-eye circles to prove it), I'm here to share some real talk about taking care of yourself while teaching your baby the art of sleep.
By Alexaabout a year ago in Psyche
25 Easy Ways to Make Money Online Without Spending Anything
25 Easy Ways to Make Money Online Without Spending Anything With the internet growing every day, making money online has become easier than ever. Whether you’re looking to earn some extra cash or even want to start something full-time, there are lots of ways to make money online without spending a dime. Here’s a list of 25 simple ways to start earning today.
By Bankerabout a year ago in Psyche
Hidden Bias Chains In Leadership
Most of us have heard the word "Bias" before. We all have some Biases, even when we understand that a Bias is a tendency to favor or oppose something or someone in a way that is unfair, inaccurate, or closed-minded.
By Dr. Cody Dakota Wooten, DFM, DHM, DAS (hc)about a year ago in Psyche
Broken Necklace - Mended Heart
“Forgiveness is the fragrance that the violet sheds on the heel that has crushed it.” ~ Mark Twain
By Susan Lee Woodwardabout a year ago in Psyche
Through the Shadows: Zarnab's Journey from Despair to Hope
The bright lights of Imtiaz Supermarket in Karachi buzzed overhead, casting a harsh glare that only worsened Zarnab’s throbbing headache. She pushed her cart through the crowded aisles, her heart heavy with exhaustion. Her three children—Sarah, 9, Ali, 6, and Noor, just 3—clung to her as they moved through the store, their presence barely registering in Zarnab's numb state. She loved them, she knew she did, but the constant weight of worry and despair had dimmed that love, trapping her in a haze of emptiness.
By Abdullah Khanabout a year ago in Psyche
Expecting Gratitude
Yesterday I wrote an Article about having Gratitude for the Small things in Life. There is a lot of great Research that has shown that having Gratitude has a lot of Psychophysiological Benefits for us as Humans.
By Dr. Cody Dakota Wooten, DFM, DHM, DAS (hc)about a year ago in Psyche
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
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
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
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