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Introspection Burnout: How to Get a Grip on Self-Improvement Culture
Too much self-improvement? Therapists explain more about introspection burnout, its causes, signs, and how to find a happy medium.
Negativity Bias: Why We Fixate on the Bad—and How to Overcome It
We don't have to let the biological tendency to focus on the bad rule our lives and color our view of the world.
New Survey Finds 56% of People Crave More ‘Alone Time’ for Mental Health, Especially During the Holidays
A new survey shows that more than half of adults appreciate some solitude during the holidays. Here's what you can do to get some more of it.
I Tried Throwing Paint Around to Reduce Stress—Here’s How It Went
A writer shares her experience trying a splatter paint room for stress relief. Here's what art therapists have to say about its benefits.
Box Breathing: The Stress-Relieving Technique Navy SEALs Use to Calm Down
Breathwork experts describe the box breathing technique used by U.S. Navy SEALs to immediately calm the nervous system.
Stressed About Election Night? Here’s How to Stay Calm (and Sane) as Results Roll In
Discover top tips for taming election night stress, from muting social media feeds to taking news breaks, according to a psychologist.
‘Rejection Therapy’ Is Trending on TikTok—and Therapists Have Notes
TikTok creators are attempting to ease their fear of rejection with an unorthodox practice, but therapists might differ on the approach.
‘I’m a Therapist, and Here’s How to Protect Your Mental Health if You’ve Recently Lost Your Job’
Learn some job loss mental health tips from a therapist, from taking care of yourself during this time to finding the motivation to move on.
Why You Sometimes Feel *Sad* When Your Nipples Are Touched—Plus What to Do About It
Despite little research, many women report feeling sad when their nipples are touched. Here's what we know about sad nipple syndrome.
‘Reparenting’ Promises Long-Overdue Healing From Childhood Wounds—Here’s How It Works
Reparenting yourself promises to improve mental health by taking care of childhood wounds. Here's how to start reparenting yourself.
Back-to-School Season Is Stressful for Parents, Too. Here Are 10 Ways to Handle the Overwhelm
A psychologist shares her top tips and tricks to relieve back-to-school stress for parents and have a smoother school year.
5 Signs Anxiety May Be Ruining Your Relationship, and What to Do if You’re Feeling Overwhelmed
My anxiety is ruining my relationship. Experts explain how to communicate with your partner if anxiety is affecting your relationships.
What Anxiety Crying Means for Your Mental Health, and How to Make It Stop
How do you calm anxiety crying? Experts break down causes and signs you might be having an anxiety attack if you can't stop crying.
Olympian Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone Has Found Her Real Purpose—and It’s Not Running Super Fast
Sydney McLaughlin, who holds the Olympic gold medal in the 400-meter hurdle, speaks out on the process of growth.
I Tried Brainspotting Therapy to Heal My Betrayal Trauma, and the Results Stunned Me
Read about one writer's experience with brainspotting therapy and how it helped her process the traumatic end of her marriage.
The ‘Sedona Method’ Aims to Help You Release Painful Emotions—Here’s How It Works
The Sedona Method is a self-help method for letting go of difficult feelings. Learn how it works, its pros and cons, and tips to try it.
Narcissists Thrive on Controlling Others—Here’s How to Safely Get Your Power Back
Narcissists thrive on manipulation. Therapists share how to take control away from a narcissist, plus how to shut one down safely.
If You Find Yourself Over-Explaining Trauma, It Might Be a Sign of ‘Fawning’—Here’s What That Means
Over explaining trauma: Understand why some people may over-explain as a sign of trauma and what the experts say.
If You Got Diagnosed With ADHD During Menopause, You’re Far From Alone—Here’s What Experts Want You to Know About the Connection
Explore how ADHD and menopause are connected, whether symptoms change or get worse during this time of life, and how to navigate both.
What To Do if Exercise Is Making Your Anxiety Worse, Not Better
The connection between exercise and anxiety is complicated. Learn how to cope when exercise exacerbates your anxiety rather than helping it.
A ‘Malignant’ Narcissist Is the Worst Type of All—Here’s How To Spot One
The malignant narcissist is dangerous and potentially abusive. Learn the signs of this type of narcissism and how to cope and get support.
LGBTQ+ People Are at Higher Risk for Body Image Issues—Here’s Why, and What We Can Do To Help
Learn the reasons why body image issues in LGBTQ+ people are more common, and how it relates to personal identity and mental health.
As a Woman With Tourette Syndrome, It Took Me Years To Get a Diagnosis and Proper Treatment. Unfortunately, I’m Far From Alone
A writer shares her experience living with the condition and explains why Tourette syndrome in women is underdiagnosed and undertreated.
Compartmentalizing Your Feelings To Get Through the Day Isn’t Always a Bad Thing—Here’s When It Can Get Unhealthy
Compartmentalizing emotions can be an important defense mechanism, so long as you re-engage later. But there are dangers too, experts say.
Yes, Bullying Can Happen to Adults: Here’s How To Handle It at Work, Home, and Online
Adult bullies can be coworkers, friends, or even loved ones. Here's how to identify, navigate, and protect yourself from adult bullying.
Busy Philipps Didn’t Find Out She Had ADHD Until She Was an Adult, and the Diagnosis Changed Her Life
Busy Philipps discovered she had ADHD when she took her 10-year-old daughter to get tested, and the diagnosis changed her life.
Your ‘Mother Wound’ Can Make It Hard To Form Healthy Relationships as an Adult—Here’s How To Cope
The mother wound is an attachment trauma that can affect your adult relationships. Learn the eight signs of a mother wound and how to mend it.
There Are 5 Stages of Burnout, and Understanding Them Is Key To Reclaiming Your Peace
Experts say there are five main stages of burnout. Understanding each phase's symptoms and progression is key to recovering from burnout.
According to Psychologists, Your Deep-Seated ‘Trust Issues’ May Really Be a Sign of Pistanthrophobia, the Fear of Trusting Others
Pistanthrophobia is the fear of trusting others and getting hurt again. Here's how it can impact relationships plus how to overcome it.
20 Signs You Might Have Sexual Shame, and How To Overcome It
Sexual shame involves feeling guilt or anxiety about having sex or experiencing sexual desires and feelings.
‘Eldest Daughter Syndrome’ May Be the Reason Why You’re Such a People-Pleasing Adult
Eldest daughter syndrome places early responsibility and maturity on the oldest girl in a family. Learn the signs and how to cope with it.
Ablutophobia (or a Fear of Bathing) Can Have Serious Implications Beyond Poor Hygiene
Ablutophobia, the irrational fear of bathing or washing, is a specific phobia that is common in children and can impact quality of life.
If the Passing of Time Totally Freaks You Out, You May Have Chronophobia
Chronophobia is an intense fear of the passage of time. Here are symptoms, causes, and examples of chronophobia, plus treatment methods.
If Your Flight Anxiety Keeps You on the Ground, You May Be Struggling With Aerophobia
Aerophobia is an intense fear of flying that can trigger anxiety before or during flight. Learn what causes it and how to stop this fear.
Why Laughter Really Is the Best Medicine for Gym Anxiety, According to a Comedian and a Happiness Expert
Comedian Hannah Berner shares the benefits of laughter for gym anxiety, and a happiness expert agrees it's worth finding humor in workouts.
The Fear of Being Perceived in Person or Online Is Real, and It Has a Name: Scopophobia
Scopophobia is an anxiety disorder involving the fear of being looked at, watched, or perceived, making people feel self-conscious in public.
Germaphobia Is Bigger Than Just a Post-Pandemic Love of Hand Sanitizer—Here’s How To Get Help
Germaphobia is an extreme fear of germs that might be its own anxiety or a symptom of OCD. Knowing the symptoms can help you get treatment.
How To Spot an Egotistical Personality—And Protect Yourself From It
Experts share the most common egotistical personality traits, how they tend to manifest in behavior, and how to protect yourself from them.
Thanatophobia, or the Fear of Dying, May Prevent You From Actually Living
Thanatophobia, aka death anxiety, is an anxiety disorder that involves intense feelings of dread about dying. Here's how to overcome it.
Anita Michaud Is Bringing Strangers Together, One Dinner at a Time
W+G Changemaker and Dinner With Friends founder Anita Michaud helps strangers connect and create new friendships by hosting dinner parties.
