When we are heartbroken and lack the right tools to overcome it, all areas of our lives suffer from the impact of such a crisis. We feel the pain, it hurts a lot, and the next thing we can think of is a way to escape it as quickly as possible. Here, any distraction will…
Tag: self-improvement
Reading Our Anger
Feeling pleasant emotions like joy and excitement is amazing. They expands us and make the world feel inviting and safe. On the other hand, the unpleasant ones belittle us, creating an unsettling atmosphere that sends the message that we cannot trust “people out there“. Although negative emotions are just feedback revealing that something is wrong,…
Fear Belittles, Caution Empowers
A straitjacket squeezing the ribs And killing the dreams That’s what chronic fear Inflicts on us It tights the chest And crushes the muscles Making us freeze over any chance to act or react A tailor-made armor protecting vital areas And preserving our lives That’s what caution provides us with It restricts the movement While…
6 Great Books For Better Relationships and Empowerment
How comforting it is for our egos to have their needs met by others. We feel so loved and validated every time someone prioritizes us over their own interests… When this happens, we reconnect with the undeniable power of babies, whose safety and well-being are naturally the priorities of their caregivers. The memory of this…
Flames
Until One second ago It was all just fine Peaks with valleys and plateaus Until One second ago… But now waves of vengeful anger are creeping and sticking inside They shuffle and twist my thinking, burning my wounds alive Whirling around and around Thicker and deeper inside Look at these waves around Feel them about…
Healing The Hustle #1 – I Trust The Proccess
*I open my eyes and turn to the other side of the bed to reach for my glasses and check the time. It’s 6:05 in the morning. I’ve barely woken up, and a conflict strikes me. The mind is eager to grab the phone and get lost in emails, news, and social media, while my…
What Happens When We Overcome The Victim Mentality
How many times do we rebel against life’s hardships and the perceived injustices of our disappointments? From failing an exam to the death of a loved one, it is easy to blame others when things don’t go as expected. We may not be aware of it, but during tough moments in our relationships, our inner…
8 Top YouTube Channels For Mental Health And Self-Improvement
It is obvious to most adults that no one can truly walk in our shoes or save us from our circumstances. Our struggles with issues like anxiety, depression, difficult relationships, and money cannot be solved by anyone but ourselves. Even those who love us deeply can’t fully meet our needs or understand our feelings and…
Why We Avoid Self-Awareness: Unpacking Our Ego
WHY ARE WE SO PRONE TO AVOID SELF-AWARENESS? Human beings are a complex mix of blind narcissism (immature ego), animal instincts (body), and consciousness (spirit). The narcissistic and animal-like aspects of us are deeply committed to repetition and immidiate gratification. Their main goals include: As a result, we often dedicate our lives to fulfilling these…
The Mountains We All Have to Climb – A Journey of Mental Strength and Adventure
One of my favorite outdoor activities is hiking, especially in the mountains, where the majestic landscapes and challenging terrain keep me motivated. When I reflect on the time, effort, and planning required for this kind of trip, I realize that climbing a mountain serves as a perfect metaphor for the adventure of living our lives….
10 Life-Changing Insights from Daily Meditation
A few days ago, I wrote a post about “10 Problems I’ve Solved With The Help of Meditation“, where I described all the bad habits and symptoms this millenary practice helped me to eliminate from my life. Today, I want to outline the great discoveries I’ve made about our minds and well-being through meditation. The…
