Tag: mental-health
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Sources of joy
Everyone finds their own sources of joy through positive and emotionally warm experiences, achieved goals, completed tasks, physical activities, and moments filled with happiness spent with friends, family, children, and in nature. When negative experiences have been processed, transformed into meaning, personal growth, and symbols, nothing stands in the way of enjoying and appreciating life…
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Think Positive Thoughts!
There are certain phrases that should not be said to someone going through a crisis whether due to a serious loss or a severe illness. Far more important than offering advice is simply listening and being present. Silent support can be much more helpful than well-intentioned suggestions. As social beings, it is natural for us…
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Retraumatization
It is an adaptive response developed to cope with a past traumatic experience. If we were to observe from the outside, it might seem as though the person is exaggerating—exaggerating their fear of the dark, fear of their boss, fear of their partner, etc., in situations where, on the surface, nothing significant appears to be…
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Nigredo – The Moment When the Sun Darkens
When a client arrives at therapy, one of the most common questions is:“Why has this happened to me? Why has fate, God, or the universe been so cruel?” These are profound and meaningful questions because seeking and finding symbolic meaning in suffering allows emotional trauma to be transformed, helping a person move forward. However, this is far…
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On Love Day 💖
The day of love and hearts sparks various reflections, including expectations in romantic relationships. We often hear: “And then they got married and lived happily ever after.” These are the happy endings we expect when reading fairy tales, novels, or watching romantic movies. Such stories sell the idea of perfect, mutually supportive relationships where partners understand each…
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A Mother’s and Father’s Eyes
A theme that is deeply relevant in work with parents. Yes, it truly matters what a child sees when they look into their mother’s and father’s eyes. In essence, it shapes their entire internal and external reality, their future life—determining the strength, weakness, or inflation of their Ego. It defines a person’s fate, even influencing…
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The Psychological Impact of Pregnancy Loss on Women
Today, I realized that some important topics are not discussed enough. One of them is the psychological consequences of losing a baby and how it affects a woman’s mental and emotional well-being. Experiencing the loss of a child is an unimaginably painful and devastating event that leaves an indelible mark on a mother’s psyche. The psychological effects of such a profound loss are multidimensional, involving various emotions and…
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From Time to Time, We Call Each Other Best Friends
Research shows that friendship is the foundation of long-term relationships. Genuine friendship forms the basis for lasting romantic relationships. In my work with couples, I have observed that partners who maintain a true friendship throughout their marriage are psychologically more resilient during conflicts and report higher overall satisfaction in their relationship. Studies also indicate that people in healthy relationships…
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“My child is a narcissist!”
Sometimes, in my work, I hear things that make me reflect, and until I put them on paper, I can’t stop thinking about them. For example: “My child is a narcissist!” To be honest, statements like this from parents concern me. Even if teenage behavior can sometimes appear selfish, this is actually part of their psychological development—their task is…
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Narcissism is not always grandiose
Reflections After a Conversation with a Client Narcissism is not always grandiose, as one might think. It can also manifest in learned helplessness, where a person readily shifts their responsibilities onto someone else—even in small matters, such as making a restaurant reservation, paying bills, cleaning the house, or cooking meals. At some point, a person may begin…
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