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Magical Thinking OCD
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) can take many forms, but one that often goes unnoticed is magical thinking OCD. This type involves the belief that one’s thoughts, words, or actions can directly cause or prevent an unrelated event.
Trigger Specific Anxiety vs. Generalized Anxiety
Two of the most common forms of anxiety are trigger-specific anxiety and generalized anxiety. While both can feel overwhelming and interfere with daily life, they differ in what causes them, how they show up, and how they are treated.
How CBT Helps You Rewire Negative Thought Patterns
Your brain loves shortcuts. When you experience stress or uncertainty, your mind quickly jumps to familiar patterns—often negative ones. Maybe you automatically assume the worst outcome in situations, or perhaps you convince yourself that one mistake means total failure.
Identifying and Dealing with Toxic Dynamics in Relationships
Relationships are meant to bring connection, support, and growth. However, not every relationship is healthy. Some dynamics slowly become harmful, leaving one or both partners feeling drained, insecure, or stuck.
What Is Situational Depression vs. Clinical Depression?
Depression doesn’t always look the same. Sometimes it refers to a temporary sadness after a difficult life event, while other times it describes a chronic mental health condition that requires medical attention.
The Role of Self-Criticism in Depression
Depression often involves a constant, harsh inner dialogue that leaves people feeling unworthy, unlovable, and inadequate. This inner voice, known as self-criticism, can contribute significantly to the symptoms of depression.
Getting over Social Anxiety
Social anxiety can feel like a heavy weight, making everyday interactions feel overwhelming. The fear of being judged or misunderstood often holds people back. The good news is that social anxiety is not something you have to live with forever.
Five Simple Tools to Regulate Your Emotions
Emotional regulation is important, but managing our emotions does not come easily to everyone, especially in moments of high stress. It is common to feel overwhelmed or out of control when emotions hit.
What Causes OCD to Get Worse?
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a condition that involves unwanted thoughts and repetitive behaviors that feel impossible to deny. While many people with OCD experience a decrease in symptoms over time, others find their symptoms worsening.
What Is Existential OCD?
Existential OCD (obsessive-compulsive disorder) is a form of OCD that involves persistent and distressing thoughts about big life questions. Unlike traditional OCD, which is often focused on fears related to contamination or harm, existential OCD revolves around deep philosophical uncertainties.
Managing Professional Relationships and Conflicts
Relationships and conflicts are inevitable in the workplace. Whether you work in a large corporation or a small team, how you handle these dynamics can significantly impact your mental health, productivity, and overall job satisfaction.
5 Tools For Effective Communication
Good communication is the foundation of healthy relationships, whether personal or professional. It does not matter whether you are talking to a colleague, a family member, or a friend—how you express yourself can impact your connection.