Sometimes you might look and feel tired, and although it is true that the lack of sleep can result in the lack of energy and an overwhelming feeling of fatigue, it can also be a sign of depression. It is like a vicious circle, as depression can also cause sleep problems and when you are…
Since our post about conflicts in the relationships received many “likes”, we decided to continue and develop this topic. Unresolved conflict can lead to a resentment and an additional unresolved conflict in the relationship. It can also influence your health. Sometimes you are not sure why you are angry, or you feel that the other…
Communication is the process that should be comfortable for all the participants. It doesn’t mean that you always have to agree with the other person. However: – Don’t give more attention to cell phones rather than people, otherwise, it will seem like you are disappearing from the conversation. – Don’t monopolize the conversation as it…
Stress can be helpful. Occasionally we may need some stimulation to be more efficient. Reducing your everyday stress levels can improve the quality of your life, especially, when you can do both: exclude triggers and avoid time-killers. The following are few tips: – start using automatic payment to automate all of your financial obligations; – …
Most people don’t like changes. They would love to change their routine into a wonderful vacations and turn the cold season into the warm one. Autumn brings another sort of change. We go back to school or work, the days and evenings are starting to become shorter and colder. On top of that, we can…
The next of our top 10 #PsychotherapyMyths are: Myth #5 “All therapists want to do is talk about your childhood”. Fact #1: Sure, we can talk about your childhood, if you are aiming for that or need to find your childhood trauma. Fact #2: In most cases, we focus on helping you with the problems you…
Have you ever found yourself opening the fridge when you are sad or stressed? Sometimes snacks seem to calm us down during stress. But usually, it leads to overeating. Negative emotions may lead to a feeling of emptiness or an emotional void. Food is believed to be a way to fill that void and create…
We already talked about long-term ways to cope with an anxiety. Your strategy should start with identifying what makes you anxious. You can do it by yourself or with the help of a therapist. Keep in mind, that it can be simple triggers, like caffeine or alcohol or some long-term problems. Once you identify the ‘enemy’, you can choose your general…
We have already talked about the ways that could quickly help you take control of the situation. However, coping with anxiety is not only about the tactics, but also about the strategy. Tactics answer the question as how to calm your anxiety right now. But concentrating only on the quick ways is the same as taking a pill…
The fourth of our top 10 #PsychotherapyMyths is: “Therapy turns you into someone else”. The good news is that a psychotherapist helps you to start living the life you want or to find what YOU really want, if you are lost or confused. That’s why he or she wouldn’t turn you into someone else. If you would like to change…