Your mind may often wander off to another time, location, or situation when reading a book, writing something, in a meeting, or in a class. This condition is known as zoning out. Many people experience this problem when feeling bored or having difficulty focusing on a particular matter. This condition is a form of dissociation. It may negatively affect your...
It is difficult to stay in a relationship with someone who has cheated on you. Some people believe that being physically intimate with someone other than the spouse, fiancée/fiancé, or a romantic partner is cheating. However, emotional intimacy outside of marriage or a serious romantic relationship is also considered to be cheating for many people. The decision to forgive your...
Imagine this scenario: You have a million things on your to-do list, your schedule is packed, and your stress levels are through the roof. You receive yet another request to take on a new project or attend an event, but deep down, you know you don't have the bandwidth to say yes. Yet, saying "no" feels uncomfortable, and you don't...
Do you ever find yourself nitpicking your every flaw or mistake? constantly berating yourself for not measuring up to your own high standards? If so, you may be familiar with the concept of self-criticism. It refers to the tendency to evaluate and judge yourself harshly, often focusing on perceived shortcomings or failures. While self-criticism can be a driving force for...
Inner peace is a state of being. That many of us aspire to, yet it can often feel elusive in our fast-paced and demanding lives. One of the reasons why inner peace can be challenging to achieve is the constant battle we have with ourselves. The voice in our head, often referred to as our inner critic, can be relentless...