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Coping with Burnout in the Age of Hustle Culture…
Eva Lychrou Eva Lychrou

Coping with Burnout in the Age of Hustle Culture…

In today's hustle culture, burnout is a real issue many of us face. As we strive for constant productivity, it's easy to feel overwhelmed and exhausted. Burnout happens when chronic workplace stress isn't managed well, leading to feelings of depletion, cynicism, and reduced effectiveness. Insights from experts like Dr. Christina Maslach, Dr. Gabor Maté, and Emily Nagoski offer valuable strategies for coping. Setting boundaries, practicing self-compassion, prioritizing self-care, seeking support, and advocating for healthier work environments are key steps. Remember, your well-being is crucial, so take time to recharge and find balance in this busy world.

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How Different Attachment Styles Present in Dating
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How Different Attachment Styles Present in Dating

From the time we are born, we form bonds and connections with the caregivers in our lives. Alternatively, sometimes we don’t have the healthiest or best relationships with them. Unsurprisingly, both healthy and negative bonds can have a lasting effect, even into adulthood.

These early attachments are so influential, in fact, that there are names for each of the different types of bonds.

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How to Manage the Ups & Downs of Dating
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How to Manage the Ups & Downs of Dating

Through no fault of our own, we have a picture in our heads of how dating is supposed to go. This picture is often influenced by popular media or relationships that we witness personally or the lives of celebrities.

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5 Ways to Handle Stress Around The Holidays
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5 Ways to Handle Stress Around The Holidays

When we have time off for a holiday, it’s supposed to be a joyous time… The gatherings, catching up with friends, seeing family from out of town. Or even just catching up on our to-do lists. Unfortunately, it rarely ever is 100% positive the whole time. Holidays can, in fact, be extremely stressful.

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4 Reasons Not To Seek Family Therapy
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4 Reasons Not To Seek Family Therapy

Family therapy is when more than one family member is present during a psychotherapeutic session. It can be highly beneficial for families to go to a session to resolve underlying issues causing conflict and tension within the unit. But then there are other situations where family therapy may not be the best solution. Here are four situations where family therapy may not be appropriate.

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6 Reasons Why Online Dating Is So Hard…
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6 Reasons Why Online Dating Is So Hard…

Online dating comes with its own set of struggles and difficulties. Dating in the digital age may leave you feeling helpless and frustrated. But you aren’t alone in this struggle.

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Do I Have High Functioning Anxiety?
Eva Lychrou Eva Lychrou

Do I Have High Functioning Anxiety?

People who have high-functioning anxiety often have many similarities with those with Generalised Anxiety Disorder. They have all the symptoms of someone with traditional anxiety disorders but with a few key differences. Typically, a high-functioning person can hide their anxiety better. They also can manage their symptoms in a way that does not prevent them from living everyday life.

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How To Establish Boundaries At Work
Eva Lychrou Eva Lychrou

How To Establish Boundaries At Work

Setting boundaries is hard. You’re swamped with projects. And you are so overwhelmed. Yet, you don’t say no. You’ll take on more and more, despite your mind screaming at you to just stop. You have enough to do. But you don’t create this boundary. And so, you stay in this cycle of complete overwhelm. But why do we do this?

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How Much Fighting Is Normal and When Is It Too Much?
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How Much Fighting Is Normal and When Is It Too Much?

Fighting is normal. It’s a natural part of life that comes with any relationship or friendship. Fighting itself isn’t bad and can actually be a healthy style of resolving conflict. Even though fighting is normal, is there ever a time when it is too much?

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How to Cope with Anxiety If You Can’t Attend Therapy
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How to Cope with Anxiety If You Can’t Attend Therapy

Thankfully, there are a number of things you can do on your own to help you find some relief from anxiety when it strikes. Practice makes perfect, so try to practice these ahead of time. That way, you aren’t panicking trying to remember how to do it or if it works for you.

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"How can I start putting myself first? When self care is not a trend but a choice for life"…
Eva Lychrou Eva Lychrou

"How can I start putting myself first? When self care is not a trend but a choice for life"…

There’s a lot of misconceptions about self-care and what it entails. For most, they hear the words self-care and assume it’s just taking a hot shower or bubble bath. But these shouldn’t be things that you see as “treat” to yourself, but as a way of taking care of your mental health.

Self-care is more than a mini pampering session you treat yourself to every once in awhile. It’s an active choice that you should make every day. The choice of putting YOU first.

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Is Perfectiomism Healthy or Hurtful? The Answer Might Surprise You…
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Is Perfectiomism Healthy or Hurtful? The Answer Might Surprise You…

Due to the conflicting responses and inner turmoil you may feel, you may get the impression that being a perfectionist is hurtful. Certainly, in some ways it can be, as it can put added pressure on you, raising your stress and anxiety levels. However, it may be surprising to hear that perfectionism can actually be healthy for you, and here’s why.

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What Do I Do If I Never Meet “The One”?
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What Do I Do If I Never Meet “The One”?

Almost all of us grew up watching people fall in love and find everlasting happiness on the screen and in books. It’s the ideal that many of us strive for. After all, who doesn’t want to spend their life with that one special person? So what do you do? What can you do when this life you dream of seems so far out of reach?

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4 Things To Do When Perfectionism Harms You or Your Relationships
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4 Things To Do When Perfectionism Harms You or Your Relationships

Many experts say that perfectionism is another indication of anxiety in a person. Learning to control these tendencies or overcome them can sometimes feel impossible. If you are unsure of how you can prevent perfectionism from ruining too much in your own life or relationships, keep reading for four helpful tips to prevent this.

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How Can I Stop Feeling Responsible For my Partner’s Happiness?
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How Can I Stop Feeling Responsible For my Partner’s Happiness?

In society, we are often taught that we are responsible for how others feel. That the weight of the emotional state of others lays on our shoulders. It is instilled that we need to fix things, to make everything better for our partners or those in our life.

Obviously, there is nothing wrong with wanting to make sure that your partner is happy and taken care of. However, at some point, it can start to be a bit too much. The focus becomes not on the relationship, but how you can consistently make sure your partners emotional well-being is okay. While you should never do anything to jeopardize it, a hard lesson to swallow may be that you are not responsible for your partner’s happiness. Here’s why and how to stop feeling this weight.

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