Personal Development

How the Enneagram Can Deepen Self-Understanding in Therapy

The Enneagram has been having a moment—and for good reason. It’s not just another personality test designed to tell you which type of bread you’d be in a past life (although we love a good quiz). The Enneagram digs deep. It’s a tool that helps people understand their core motivations, fears, and patterns of behavior […]

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Personal Development, Personality Types, Therapy
Understanding Self-Abandonment: Why It Happens and How to Reconnect with Yourself

Understanding Self-Abandonment: Why It Happens and How to Reconnect with Yourself

Have you ever caught yourself saying “yes” when every part of you wanted to say “no”? Or found yourself bending over backward for others, leaving your own needs, desires, and boundaries somewhere in the rearview mirror? If this resonates, you might be experiencing self-abandonment. It’s a pattern that often sneaks up on us, woven into

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Connection, How To, Personal Development
The Psychology of Luck: How Mindset Shapes Your Good Fortune

The Psychology of Luck: How Mindset Shapes Your Good Fortune

We’ve all met people who seem like magnets for good luck. They always snag the perfect parking spot, land unexpected promotions, or randomly stumble into opportunities that feel like pure magic. On the flip side, we’ve also encountered those who seem to be followed by a cloud of misfortune—missing trains by seconds or always hitting

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Growth Mindset, Motivation, Personal Development
Breaking Free from the Daily Grind: A Guide to Reclaiming Your Peace and Joy

Breaking Free from the Daily Grind: A Guide to Reclaiming Your Peace and Joy

Life often feels like an endless cycle: wake up, work, eat, sleep, repeat. The daily grind, with its unrelenting pace and demands, can leave us feeling stuck, depleted, and disconnected from the things that truly bring us joy. Escaping this hamster wheel doesn’t necessarily mean quitting your job or moving to a remote island (although

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Guides, Personal Development, Wellness
How to Use Your Love Language for Better Self-Care

How to Use Your Love Language for Better Self-Care

We often think of love languages in the context of relationships—how we express love to partners, friends, and family. But what if we flipped the script and used our love language to take better care of ourselves? Self-care isn’t just bubble baths and scented candles (though those can be great!); it’s about understanding what makes

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Couples, Family, Five Love Languages, How To, Personal Development, Relationships
7 Subtle Signs You’re Healing and Growing Emotionally

7 Subtle Signs You’re Healing and Growing Emotionally

Healing isn’t always a grand “aha” moment or a dramatic transformation. More often, it’s a quiet, steady process, marked by small, barely noticeable shifts in how you experience yourself and the world. The tricky part? These changes can be so subtle that you might not even realize you’re making progress. Let’s unpack some of these

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Celebrate, Emotions, Goals, Healing, Personal Development
Understanding Why You Accept Poor Treatment and How to Break the Cycle

Understanding Why You Accept Poor Treatment and How to Break the Cycle

Ever find yourself replaying moments in your head where you accepted something that didn’t feel right? Maybe it was a dismissive comment, an unkind action, or even being taken for granted. It’s frustrating to think about, but understanding why we tolerate poor treatment is the first step toward changing the narrative. There are plenty of

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Attachment, Boundaries, How To, Personal Development
8 Common Phrases to Stop Saying for Better Mental Health

8 Common Phrases to Stop Saying for Better Mental Health

Words are powerful, and sometimes the things we say—both to ourselves and others—can unintentionally reinforce negativity, limit growth, or even hurt relationships. Many of these phrases are habits, tossed out without much thought, but they can have a surprising impact on our mindset and interactions. Let’s take a closer look at some common expressions to

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Growth Mindset, Mental Health, Personal Development
Understanding Conflict Avoidance: Why It Happens and How to Address It

Understanding Conflict Avoidance: Why It Happens and How to Address It

Conflict avoidance often gets a bad rap, but the truth is, it’s a natural response. Most of us have, at some point, dodged a difficult conversation or tried to sweep disagreements under the rug, hoping they’d disappear. The problem? Avoiding conflict doesn’t actually make it go away. In fact, it often makes things worse. Let’s

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Challenges, Communication, How To, Personal Development, Relationships
Boosting Self-Esteem: Practical Tips to Reclaim Your Confidence

Boosting Self-Esteem: Practical Tips to Reclaim Your Confidence

Low self-esteem can feel like a constant shadow, quietly influencing your thoughts, decisions, and how you interact with the world. It’s more than just feeling down occasionally—it’s a deeply rooted mindset that can shape how you see yourself and your potential. The good news? Self-esteem isn’t set in stone. Like a muscle, it can be

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Mental Health, Personal Development, Resilience, Tips
Embracing Vulnerability: The Key to Authentic Relationships and Growth

Embracing Vulnerability: The Key to Authentic Relationships and Growth

Vulnerability can feel like a risk, right? It’s that sinking feeling when we expose a part of ourselves, unsure of how it will be received. Will we be accepted, or will we be judged? It’s understandable to want to avoid it—after all, who enjoys feeling exposed or uncertain? But here’s the thing: vulnerability isn’t weakness.

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Growth Mindset, Personal Development, Relationships
Coping Statements for People Pleasers: Reclaim Your Voice Without Losing Yourself

Coping Statements for People Pleasers: Reclaim Your Voice Without Losing Yourself

Do you often find yourself saying “yes” when every fiber of your being wants to say “no”? If you’re nodding, you’re not alone—people-pleasing is a habit many of us pick up without realizing it. The urge to make everyone happy can feel like a full-time job, but it often leaves us feeling depleted, resentful, or

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Boundaries, Coping Skills, Personal Development, Relationships, Therapy
Navigating the Turn: Embracing a Career Change with Confidence

Navigating the Turn: Embracing a Career Change with Confidence

At some point in our lives, many of us will stand at the crossroads of career satisfaction and the desire for change. Whether it’s a nagging feeling that there’s something more fulfilling out there, or external factors nudging us towards a new path, changing career directions can be both exhilarating and daunting. Let’s dive into

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Growth Mindset, How To, Personal Development, Professional/Work
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