We all occasionally overthink things, whether it’s a complex work email, a heated family discussion, or even a passing glance from a stranger. While these fleeting worries are perfectly normal, problems can arise when overthinking starts to significantly impact our daily lives, causing constant stress and leading to more serious issues in the future. The …
For most people, there is something they are slightly afraid of, whether it’s spiders, small spaces, or even the ocean. In most cases, these fears don’t interfere too much with daily life and may even be considered “reasonable” or rational. But if you experience a fear that is so intense it prevents you from carrying …
Flashbacks can be incredibly frightening and disorienting, whether they are emotional flashbacks or related to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). If you experience flashbacks as a result of past trauma, you may find that their disruptive and often unpredictable nature affects your daily life. The flashbacks themselves can be very traumatic, and not knowing when they …
Do you exhibit overly attention-seeking behavior and a desperate desire to be in the spotlight? Do you tend to be overly dramatic and love to exaggerate when telling something just to gain approval? Do you perceive everything as solely about yourself and consider yourself the most emotional person among your acquaintances? Does your need for …
The term “codependent” may be familiar to you: a codependent person is typically defined as someone who is needy and clingy, whose life revolves significantly around the person they love. The other, less known end of the spectrum, is known as counter-dependency: when a partner appears strong and self-sufficient on the surface but deep down …
