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Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat It Means to Be SapiosexualSigns of SapiosexualityWhere to MeetSapiosexual vs. DemisexualEffect on Relationships Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What It Means to Be Sapiosexual Signs of Sapiosexuality Where to Meet Sapiosexual vs. Demisexual Effect on Relationships Close The word sapiosexual originated from the Latin root word ‘sapien,’ which means wise, and ‘sexualis,’ which means sexual. Sapiosexual is still a fairly new word, asMerriam-Webster’sfirst known use of the word was in 2004....

Close Sex positivity means embodying a liberating attitude towardsgender, body types,sexuality, and all of its nuances free of shame or judgment. This belief system created astigmatizedculture perpetuating harmful tropes and limited, regressive perspectives about something that is a healthy and normal human behavior. Sex can be a life-giving, vibrant, and pleasurable part of life and expression of oneself. Sex positivity is about embracing and embodying this inclusive and liberated perspective on sex....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDefinitionHistoryHealth BenefitsGrowing InterestHow to Get Sober CuriousResourcesNext in Your Relationship With Alcohol GuideHow to Maintain a Social Life When You’re Quitting Drinking Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Definition History Health Benefits Growing Interest How to Get Sober Curious Resources Next in Your Relationship With Alcohol Guide Sober curious is a term that means questioning your relationship with alcohol and thinking about trying sobriety, even if you are not ready to commit to it....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDefinitionSubstances That Cause DependenceSymptomsStages of Substance UseCausesDiagnosisTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Definition Substances That Cause Dependence Symptoms Stages of Substance Use Causes Diagnosis Treatment Substance dependence occurs when a person is physically dependent on a substance such as alcohol, nicotine, drugs, or medication to the extent that their body adapts to it and develops a tolerance to it, resulting in withdrawal symptoms when they stop using it....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsOrigins of the Term “Scapegoat"How Scapegoats Are ChosenScapegoating as a Form of ProjectionImpactCoping Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Origins of the Term “Scapegoat” How Scapegoats Are Chosen Scapegoating as a Form of Projection Impact Coping Close Do you ever feel like, no matter what you do, you’re always the one who gets the blame for all the family drama? One minute, things are fine, and the next, it’s somehow your fault that your sister didn’t attend the family dinner or your mom flaked out and forgot your brother’s birthday....

Close To be transfemme means that you identify with femininity, but you don’t necessarily identify as a woman.Savannah Cole, MS, MBA, LMFT tells us that “people who identify as trans femme are usually, but not exclusively those who are AMAB (assigned male at birth) who seek to present femininely, identify as more female than male, or have a desire to transition to look more feminine.” You may confused about how being transfemme is different from being a trans woman, or not completely understand who might use this identity label....

Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Possible Interpretations Recurring Dreams Coping Seeking Professional Help for Disturbing Dreams Close Nevertheless, the experience can still feel scary and disturbing, leaving us to wonder whether these dreams are normal and what they could mean. “It’s VERY common to dream of being chased. In fact, it’s one of the most commonly recurring dreams,” saysLauri Loewenberg, a certified dream analyst. We tapped the experts to share some possible interpretations of these dreams as well as some coping strategies that can help us resolve the issues they represent....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCommon Themes and VariationsCommon Symbolic Meanings of Spider DreamsHow to Process & Interpret Your Dream Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Common Themes and Variations Common Symbolic Meanings of Spider Dreams How to Process & Interpret Your Dream Close When our head hits the pillow, it’s impossible to know what fascinating script our mind will come up with. Sometimes we dream about meeting up with an old friend or visiting a wonderful place, which can leave us feeling happy and warm once that alarm starts dinging....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDoes a Dream About Cheating Mean Your Partner Is Cheating on You?Interpreting Dreams of Your Partner CheatingWhat to Do If You Dream About Your Partner Cheating Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Does a Dream About Cheating Mean Your Partner Is Cheating on You? Interpreting Dreams of Your Partner Cheating What to Do If You Dream About Your Partner Cheating Close Dreaming of your partner cheating on you is a sure shot way to ruin your mood....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is the Teeth Falling Out Dream?InterpretationsWhy We Have This DreamCoping With the…FalloutFinal Thoughts on Dreams Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is the Teeth Falling Out Dream? Interpretations Why We Have This Dream Coping With the…Fallout Final Thoughts on Dreams Close We never quite know what our minds will deliver as we drift into dreamland. Sometimes we dream about completely mundane things like picking up milk at the grocery store, while other times we can experience anemotional roller coasterthat leaves us with genuine, lingering feelings once our eyes flutter open....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSigns and SymptomsReasons Why You May Feel OverwhelmedCoping Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Signs and Symptoms Reasons Why You May Feel Overwhelmed Coping Close Do you feel like you have so much going on that you’re struggling to cope with it all? Or, are you going through something stressful that’s making it difficult for you to function? These are some of the signs of being overwhelmed....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCharacteristics of Fever DreamsCauses of Fever DreamsPsychological Interpretations of Fever DreamsReal-Life Experiences of Fever DreamsCoping With Fever Dreams Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Characteristics of Fever Dreams Causes of Fever Dreams Psychological Interpretations of Fever Dreams Real-Life Experiences of Fever Dreams Coping With Fever Dreams Close When you have a fever, it’s common to have some pretty bizarredreams. The dreams may seem to repeat themselves on a loop and be scary and surreal at times....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesSignsTreatmentSupporting Someone Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Signs Treatment Supporting Someone Close What is a psychotic break?A psychotic break occurs when a person loses touch with reality due to a decline in their mental well-being. It can signal an underlying medical condition or a reaction to a stressful or traumatic event. It’s also referred to aspsychosis or a psychotic episode.Some research shows that 3 in 100 people will experience a psychotic break at some point in their lives....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsInterpreting School DreamsPhysical and Emotional SignificanceCommon Themes and VariationsPossible Explanations and TheoriesCoping Strategies and Interpretation Techniques Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Interpreting School Dreams Physical and Emotional Significance Common Themes and Variations Possible Explanations and Theories Coping Strategies and Interpretation Techniques Close If you’ve ever had an anxiety-producing dream that you’re back at school, you’re definitely not alone. Dreams about being back at school can happen for many years after you have left school, and take lots of different forms....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymbolismCommon ThemesInterpretationsCoping StrategiesSeeking Professional Help Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symbolism Common Themes Interpretations Coping Strategies Seeking Professional Help Close Our dreams can feel incredibly real, which can be wonderful when you dream of something pleasant but just as terrible when you have anightmare. If you have ever dreamed about getting shot, you might be wondering what it means. There are a variety of emotions you potentially experienced from this dream, such as fright and anxiety, and it’s a troublesome dream that can leave you in a heightened, uncomfortable state for awhile after waking....