Deal with panic or fear to lose control using the “butterfly hug” and “reorientation in the present” Anxiety: butterfly hug (BLS) Note: Please only perform the butterfly hug for as long as it feels good. If anxiety, negative associations or negative emotions arise, stop the exercise by opening your eyes. Anxiety: reorientation in the present […]
Many people seem to regard harmony and peace as fundamental values, especially in their relationships. And sometimes cultures endorse a particularly low-conflict or conflict-averse interaction. Yet, it is precisely the argument, the conflict, and possibly even the tangible dispute that enables us to grow and feel as “we” ourselves. Now that doesn’t mean we have to fight
Insights from trauma therapy help us understand what goes on in our brain when we receive a cancer diagnosis. Cancer diagnosis: nightmares, flashbacks, intrusionsCancer diagnosis: nightmares, flashbacks, intrusionsCancer diagnosis: how to cope with psychological stressCancer diagnosis: guidelines for a discussion with treating doctorsBasicsDiagnostic Treatment Questions about current complaints / side effectsQuestions upon finishing medical treatmentQuestions in the
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There is still a great deal of uncertainty about the causes of breast cancer. However, what is clear is that the transformation of a single normal cell into a malignant one causes cancer to develop. This change leads to the fact that this cell divides unhindered until, finally, millions of cells form tumours. Every year
Toxic relationships – definitionToxic relationships – definitionToxic relationships – behaviours1. Deprecating – Belittling2. “Bad Temper” 3. Guilt-Induction4. Overreacting/Deflecting5. The Over-Dependent Partner6. The “Independent” 7. Exploiting8. Possessive (Paranoid) ControlToxic relationships – consequencesLack of supportToxic communicationJealousyControlling behavioursResentmentDishonestyPatterns of disrespectNegative financial behavioursConstant stressIgnoring our needsLost relationshipsLack of self-careHoping for changeWalking on eggshellsToxic relationships – Can the relationship be saved?Here are
Testosterone – things you should know about itTestosterone – things you should know about itTestosterone and stressTestosterone – day and nightTestosterone – body and soulTestosterone typesTestosterone – a man’s thing Testosterone builds muscle and makes you more masculine – at least most of the time. It is also true that testosterone, especially testosterone deficiency, is
Thinking is a big challenge. The most straightforward test of the clarity of our thinking is whether we can manage to explain complex ideas as simply as possible. When you try it, you immediately notice where our thoughts are unclear and which elements need to be reconsidered or put on a more secure basis. It’s
Understand your emotional triggers – and how to deal with themUnderstand your emotional triggers – and how to deal with themEmotional triggers: definitionWhat are such stimuli?Common emotional triggersEmotional triggers: how do I recognize them?Emotional triggers: physical signsEmotional triggers: how they affect our relationshipsEmotional triggers: coping mechanismsShort term solutionsAcceptanceGain distanceCommunicateBreathing techniquesEmotional triggers: how to deal with
Since the Covid-19 pandemic at the latest, no parent will have difficulty imagining that childhood trauma is affecting our emotional and behavioural development. The term childhood trauma summarizes: child abuse, sexual abuse of children, severe neglect, war experiences, separation / divorce of parents and other family / social stress factors. Trauma is a serious psychological
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Dare more happiness instead of more career: SenecaDare more happiness instead of more career: SenecaDare more happiness instead of more career: Self-confidenceDare more happiness instead of more career: VirtueDare more happiness instead of more career: Reason Lucius Annaeus Seneca (around 1-65 AD) was a Roman knight’s son in what is now Córdoba. He was one of the richest and
