Parenting is filled with love, sacrifice, and effort—but for many parents and caregivers, it’s also filled with guilt. “Am I doing enough for my child?”“Did I handle that situation the right way?”“Am I failing as a parent?” Parental guilt is common and normal, but when it becomes overwhelming, it can lead to self-doubt, burnout, and […]
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Do you find yourself always giving more in relationships—while others take without giving back? Do you feel like you’re the one who checks in, makes plans, and supports others—but rarely gets the same effort in return? If so, you may be stuck in a pattern of attracting one-sided relationships. These relationships leave you feeling drained,
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Were you ever told to “stop crying”, “get over it”, or that your emotions were too much? Did you grow up in an environment where emotions were ignored, dismissed, or even punished? If so, you might have never been taught how to regulate your emotions—leaving you feeling overwhelmed, reactive, or disconnected from your own feelings.
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Do you hesitate to ask for help, even when you need it? Do you worry that relying on others will make you seem needy or inconvenient? If so, you may be struggling with the fear of being a burden. This fear often comes from deep-seated beliefs that tell you:“I should handle everything on my own.”“If
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Independence is a powerful and admirable trait, but what happens when it turns into isolation? If you’ve ever felt like you have to do everything on your own, struggle to ask for help, or feel uncomfortable relying on others, you might be experiencing the burden of being “too independent.” While self-sufficiency is valuable, extreme independence
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Have you ever felt uneasy when things are going too well? Do you find yourself downplaying joy, fearing that happiness might invite misfortune? If so, you might be experiencing cherophobia—the fear of being happy. Cherophobia isn’t just about avoiding happiness—it’s about associating joy with negative consequences. People with this fear often believe that if they
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