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Are We Closer Than We Think?
Lately, I have been thinking about something that feels uncomfortable to admit. Are we, as human beings, closer to psychological instability than we would like to believe? Not in a clinical sense. Not in the dramatic way people imagine madness. I mean in the quiet psychological sense. The sense where one more small trigger feels like it could push someone over the edge.
By Eunice Kamauabout 19 hours ago in Humans
When Love Feels Like a Trap
I met him on a rainy Thursday, the kind of rain that soaks through your clothes and makes the world smell like wet asphalt. He was charming, funny, the kind of man whose laughter could light up a room. I thought I had found love—the kind that poems are written about, the kind that makes you believe in forever.
By imtiazalamabout 24 hours ago in Humans
Honorable Humanity
Our founding people of the United States chose their words intentionally. It is no accident that a judge is referred to as “Your Honor.” That title is a constant reminder of what their position represents: honor, and that they never forget to be honorable. A Supreme Justice also holds a title as a reminder of what they represent: supreme justice for all, and this is echoed in our Pledge of Allegiance, written in 1892. I have included the years that changes were made; the original was intentionally non-religious.
By Whitney Carmana day ago in Humans
How Emotional Awareness Helps Resolve Conflicts Without Arguments
Emotional awareness refers to the skill to perceive the emotions of others, to know and control emotions of oneself. It is an important aspect of relationships that can help one avoid the development of a conflict into an argument. A lot of conflicts do not really concern the situation, but rather neglected emotions like hurt, frustration, or fear. Once people become sensitive to their emotions, they are able to distinguish such suppressed feelings before they impulsively respond thus leaving time to engage in a positive conversation. It is important to identify emotions at the first stage so that the partners can resolve the issues without complicating and developing misunderstanding or a hot-blooded conflict.
By Hayley Kiyokoa day ago in Humans
Real-World Solutions For Singles Dealing With Repeated Heartbreak
Repeated heartbreak can hardly happen by chance but it is usually an indication of repetitive themes in relationships. Without realizing, singles may select mates who will strengthen their previous fears or insecurities. These patterns may entail the attachment styles, self-esteem problems or unmet emotional needs. Indicatively, an anxiously attached person can seek out emotionally unavailable partners in a loop of disappointment. The first step towards change is the identification of these patterns. Consciousness will enable people to drop the repetitive patterns and instead of blaming heartbreak on misfortunes, blame, or external factors.
By Emeri Adamesa day ago in Humans
How Couples Can Overcome Jealousy In Monogamous Relationships
Jealousy is an emotion that is inherent and comes up when we feel our thing threatened. In monogamous relationships, such a thing is not always financial, but emotional or physical exclusivity. Although jealousy is typically depicted as unhealthy, it does not necessarily mean that it is bad. When it is not controlled or is manifested in ways that are not healthy it becomes destructive. Viewing jealousy as a clue, and not a judgment, enables couples to do so curiously and not shamefully. Admitted in a composed manner, it may enlighten unfulfilled needs, insecurities, or communication faults that must be taken into account.
By Tiana Alexandraa day ago in Humans
Practical Tips For Singles Struggling With Commitment Fears
Fear of commitment does not manifest itself without cause. Such fears have their roots in the past heartbreak, childhood or observing unhealthy relationships during childhood in many single people. Unprocessed emotional wounds have the ability to provide protective walls. This makes the mind perceive long-term relationships as something vulnerable, lost or disappointing. Not to face pain once again, other people sabotage promising relationships unconsciously. The awareness that fear of commitment is a defense mechanism most of the times and not a personal weakness is the initial step towards effective change and emotional development.
By Grace Smitha day ago in Humans
