Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Why Regrets Are Harmful The Positive Side of Regrets What Are Our Most Intense Regrets? How Can You Stop Thinking About Regrets? Close When we feel disappointment and sorrow over what might have been or we wish we could change a choice we made in the past, we have regrets. Often, a sense ofshameaccompanies our regrets. As these feelings are so uncomfortable, we avoid them at all costs....
Close Theend of a relationshipis never easy. Breakups are filled with raw emotions, including everything from hurt andbetrayalto anger and sadness. But, although heartbreak may feel like the end of the world, the reality is that the pain and anguish you feel right now is only temporary. Eventually, you’ll be able to move on—and one day you’ll find love again. In fact, research indicates that it takes about 11 weeks to feel better after a dating relationship ends, according to a study published inThe Journal of Positive Psychology....
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Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsGetting Rid of Brain FogLifestyle Changes to Reduce Brain FogCognitive Strategies to Improve Mental ClaritySupplements and Natural Remedies for Brain FogSeeking Professional Help for Persistent Brain Fog Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Getting Rid of Brain Fog Lifestyle Changes to Reduce Brain Fog Cognitive Strategies to Improve Mental Clarity Supplements and Natural Remedies for Brain Fog Seeking Professional Help for Persistent Brain Fog...
Close Several habits canincrease our resilienceto stress, including meditation, exercise, focusing on the positive, and surrounding ourselves with positive and supportive people, But truly effective stress management involves creating a mix of habits and thought patterns that minimize the stressors encountered in life and increase the ability to cope with the stressors that must be faced.Cutting out stress whenever possible is always a good idea. Letting go of self-defeating habits, such asengaging in self-sabotage, is another important strategy....
Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsOverviewHow to Find a GuideMaking TimeTipsThe ProcessA Word From Verywell Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Overview How to Find a Guide Making Time Tips The Process A Word From Verywell Close Despite the benefits ofmeditation, many people feel overwhelmed at the thought of learning how to meditate. Guided meditation makes it easier to get started because it takes a lot of the mental legwork away from the novice....
Close OnThe Verywell Mind Podcast, Amy Morin, LCSW, shares the “Friday Fix”—a short episode featuring a quick, actionable tip or exercise to help you manage a specific mental health issue or concern. Subscribe Now:Apple Podcasts/Spotify/Google Podcasts Friday Fix: Episode 121 Your emotions affect how you think and how you behave. Yet, most of us spend very little time thinking about how we’re feeling. And we often don’t even recognize how our emotional state impacts our performance....
Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypes of FeedbackThe Five Rules of Effective FeedbackExamples of Positive and Negative FeedbackHow to Give and Recieve FeedbackRecognizing Why Feedback Matters Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types of Feedback The Five Rules of Effective Feedback Examples of Positive and Negative Feedback How to Give and Recieve Feedback Recognizing Why Feedback Matters Close Sometimes giving feedback can be even more stressful than receiving it....
Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Emotional Intimacy?CharacteristicsLack of Emotional IntimacyHow to Increase Intimacy Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Emotional Intimacy? Characteristics Lack of Emotional Intimacy How to Increase Intimacy Close Emotional intimacyis a key component of a healthy marriage. When emotional intimacy is lacking, a relationship can suffer. However, maintaining emotional intimacy requires work and attention. Restoring emotional intimacy after it is lost can be a lot tougher than working hard to preserve it along the way....
Bruce Ayres / Getty ImagesTeen drinking is a serious concern for many parents. According to the 2021 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 5.9 million 12 to 20-year-olds reported that they had consumed alcohol in the past month.But what’s the best way to deal with a drunk teen?While this can be an emotional experience as a parent, there is a way to respond that leaves the child feeling supported and loved....
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Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsStressTypes of Stress-Related SymptomsPsychosomatic IllnessThe Biological Mechanisms Linking Mind and BodyTreatment for Psychosomatic SymptomsRelieving Stress for HealthFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Stress Types of Stress-Related Symptoms Psychosomatic Illness The Biological Mechanisms Linking Mind and Body Treatment for Psychosomatic Symptoms Relieving Stress for Health Frequently Asked Questions Close In Greek,psycherefers to the mind or soul, andsomaticrefers to the body. In essence, the term psychosomatic captures the mind-body connection....
Close If you’ve developed romantic feelings for yourtherapist, you’re not alone. In fact, it’s a common occurrence that professionals are trained to handle. It’s understandable, too: Therapy is an intimate process that offersthree key qualities of a healthy relationship: accessibility, responsiveness, andemotional engagement. Add to that the safety and acceptance inherent in this setting, and your therapist can seem very attractive indeed, especially if you’re not getting these things elsewhere in your life....
Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Your Living Space Children Pets Close At a GlanceMoving out and moving on after a breakup can be difficult, whether you were only with someone for a short time or you lived with them long-term. Fairness, communication, and safety are some of the most important things to keep in mind during your transition. At a Glance Moving out and moving on after a breakup can be difficult, whether you were only with someone for a short time or you lived with them long-term....
Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsAnxiety and Sport PerformanceSignsCausesThrive Under PressureCoping Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Anxiety and Sport Performance Signs Causes Thrive Under Pressure Coping Close Performance anxiety symptoms are often present in athletes. While some people become “pumped up” during the competition, if you interpret the rush of adrenaline as anxiety andnegative thoughtstake over, this can interfere with your ability to perform. Before you learn how to manage the symptoms of anxiety during competitions, it is critical to understand the relationship between anxiety and athletic performance....
