Tag: mental-health
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How relationships affects our wellbeing?
Sometimes statistics can be a very interesting thing. For example, scientists have tried to find out who is happier – a married man or a single woman? So, what do statistics and research tell us? The pursuit of happiness is a deeply personal journey influenced by various factors, including marital status. Recent studies have explored…
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A woman who has survived psycho-emotional trauma
There are women who appear calm and smiling on the outside, yet inside carry childhood pain – pain from a heart that has been broken too many times.They care for others, they are strong and helpful, but in their childhood or in their relationships, they were not heard, and their boundaries were not protected. Sadly,…
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The Intuitive Type or INFJ
The Intuitive Type (according to Jung) or INFJ (Myers & Briggs) personality type lives in a world governed by synchronicity, signs, and symbols.They often find it difficult to integrate into a society that values external expressions more than internal experiences. As one of the rarest personality types, INFJs frequently feel different from others. Their minds…
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What Within Me Is Ready to Bloom?
Each spring, nature awakens from its sleep with quiet yet undeniable power. Beneath the thawing earth, seeds stir. Buds form on branches. Rivers begin to flow again. Within this annual miracle lies a question that stirs not only soil, but soul: What within me is ready to bloom? This question is not a demand for…
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A Sunday Retreat – Healing Soul in the Embrace of Nature
Today I walked through the forest On a quiet Sunday, far from the pressure of to-do lists and buzzing notifications, the beautiful spring forest calls. It doesn’t shout – it simply beckons. You step off the path of routine and into something older, deeper, magical. Something sacred. This was more than a hike. It was…
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Valentine’s Day Through the Lens of Jungian Analytical Psychology
As a Jungian analyst and family (couples) psychotherapist, observing the annual celebrations of Valentine’s Day, I want to emphasize that this cultural phenomenon also embodies clear archetypal patterns, such as Syzygy, the divine pair—Anima and Animus. These celebrations serve as a mirror of our collective unconscious, as Valentine’s Day activates the Anima and Animus archetypes in the human psyche—the feminine and…
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Observing the Cycle of Narcissistic Abuse in Couples Therapy
Subscriber Content From time to time, while working with couples in therapy, I witness the demonstration of the narcissistic abuse cycle, where one partner exerts control over the other. Sometimes, this is done so subtly and masterfully that even I struggle to illuminate the dynamic and make both partners fully aware of what is happening. How Can the Cycle of Narcissistic Abuse Be…
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World Mental Health Day: The Importance of Psychological Well-being in the Workplace
Recognizing this day provides an opportunity to reflect on the importance of psychological well-being, particularly in professional environments. From the perspectives of Jungian analytical psychology and systemic psychotherapy, this observance serves as a collective reminder of the need to integrate often-ignored aspects of our psyche into daily life—especially at work, where we spend a significant portion of our lives. Today,…
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A deeper look at the topic of divorce in therapy and the key questions that should be addressed
This Article Can Be Helpful for Both Clients and Colleagues A deeper look at the topic of divorce in therapy and the key questions that should be addressed. 1. Emotional Well-being Discuss with the client their emotional state and how they are coping with the divorce process. Encourage open dialogue about their feelings, struggles, and emotional needs. 2. Support System Explore…
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Migraines
My Experience with Migraines and How I Overcame Them I used to struggle intensely with migraines. In my case, therapy helped, as I was able to identify the psychological causes and address them. I also want to share a scientifically-backed approach that I personally tested and found effective for migraine relief. Psychological Causes of Migraines & How to Address Them…
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