Toby, a marketing professional, has had a difficult meeting with her team. She felt that her ideas were not heard, and her co-workers feel like they actively dismiss her suggestions. Later that evening at home, Toby found herself replaying the meeting in her mind, often condemning herself for what she did not do. “Why didn’t… continue reading.
Stephanie was the kind of person who always had a smile on her face, no matter the situation, and was known as the “positive one” in her group. But when her best friend, Cleo, went through a painful breakup, Stephanie’s relentless positivity began to feel like a burden. Every time Cleo tried to open up… continue reading.
Magda was diagnosed with lupus, a chronic autoimmune disease, when she turned 33. At first, Magda fought against the diagnosis, determined to beat it, while trying to maintain her previous lifestyle. But over time, the constant doctor visits, the medications, and the limitations imposed by her condition began to consume her life. She found solace… continue reading.
Whenever Jody made a mistake at work, even a small one, she felt compelled to explain every detail to her boss. One day, she accidentally missed an email, and instead of simply apologizing, she launched into a lengthy explanation about her workload, her internet issues, and even what happened to her over the weekend. Her… continue reading.
After a minor disagreement about household chores, Rich felt frustrated with his roommate, Alex. Instead of discussing his feelings, Rich decided to give Alex the silent treatment. For several days, he avoided eye contact, gave only one-word answers, and stayed locked in his room. Alex, confused and hurt, didn’t understand what he’d done wrong and… continue reading.
After delivering what he believed was an outstanding project proposal, Daniel awaited for the rewards and positive response he felt he deserved. Instead, his boss pointed out a few areas that needed improvement. Feeling shocked and humiliated, Daniel’s mood shifted instantly – you could feel the coldness in the room, as if all the joy… continue reading.
Sophia always loved to paint, and had a small art studio filled with canvases, paints and paintbrushes. There was one unfinished painting that reminded her of her mother who passed away suddenly that Sophia could not bring herself to finish. She told herself she was too busy to paint, and she filled her days doing… continue reading.
There is nothing wrong with falling in love with someone. After all, falling in love is one of the reasons for being human. Being addicted to love, however, is not the same. Emotional cycles of alternating ecstasy, joy and despair, desperate longing, wistfulness, and even the extreme and sometimes damaging thoughts and behaviors that can… continue reading.
