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"Am I Unlovable?"

Many people worry that they lack the belonging and acceptance they require to meet this need. They feel unworthy or incapable of being loved by othersmaking them question, “Am I loveable?” Learn reasons why you might feelunlovableand ways to cope with this feeling. ljubaphoto / Getty Images Find out which option is the best for you. What It Means to Feel Unlovable Unlovable simply means not lovable. So, someone who questions, “Am I unlovable?...

April 26, 2025 · 2 min · 324 words · Michelle Brown

"Don't Go to Bed Angry:" The Pros and Cons of This Practice

However, it can also lead to impulsive decisions and greater conflict. Benefits of Not Going to Bed Angry There may be some truth behind this advice. Below, Dr. Romanoff outlines the benefits of practicing the “Don’t go to bed angry” rule. Prostock-Studio / Getty Images Anger Can Be Exhausting Sabrina Romanoff, PsyD Being angry orholding a grudgecan be exhausting. This can help you reconnect with them and feel close to them again....

April 26, 2025 · 2 min · 234 words · Maria Garcia

"I Lost Weight, But I Don’t Feel Like Myself Anymore"

yo consult your healthcare provider if you think that using a weight loss medication is right for you. However, losing weight doesnt equate to feeling better mentally. Some people who lose weight successfully might not feel entirely like themselves after the weight comes off. Michela Buttignol / Verywell Mind I could barely focus on what the doctor had to say when she entered the examination room. All I could think about was my weight a frightening number I hadnt seen before....

April 26, 2025 · 2 min · 322 words · Dean Mcintosh

"Is Everyone Looking At My Skin?" How I Was Blindsided By Adult Eczema

But when the irritation went from barely noticeable to consistently annoying, I sought out medical advice. Also known asatopic dermatitis, eczema is achronic skin conditionthat causes itching and dryness. It deeply impacts ourself-perceptionand the way that we are perceived by others. Verywell Mind / Getty Images I was completely blindsided by its appearance. It’s actually way more common than you would expect," says dermatologistDr. “I recently saw a patient in his 90s who had his very first flare of eczema....

April 26, 2025 · 2 min · 364 words · Connie Sanders

"I’m Not Good at Anything:" How to Combat Low Self-Esteem

Thinking “Im not good at anything” often indicates that you are experiencing low self-esteem or self-doubt. If this key in of thinking becomes dominant, it can be challenging to move past it. Click below to listen now. Verywell / Zoe Hansen This thought often comes when you compare yourself to others. You might imagine yourself being good at something momentarily but then immediately think of how you could fail. They dont necessarily express the reality of your life....

April 26, 2025 · 3 min · 503 words · Nancy Herrera

"Just Right" OCD

This is often referred to as just right OCD or Tourettic OCD (TOCD). The behaviors are then carried out to relieve these uncomfortable sensations. This buildup of tension is relieved by tic expression, much like scratching an itch. BSIP / UIG / Getty Images The upshot: TOCD or just right OCD symptoms seem to be a possible intertwining of the two disorders. Such distinction, however, may be important for clinical decision-making....

April 26, 2025 · 1 min · 81 words · Phillip Ford

"The Penny Method" Is the Latest Toxic Dating Trend—Here's What to Know

If youre not up to speed on the latter, were covering everything you better know ahead. What Is the Penny Method? Why Do People Use the Penny Method? Verywell Mind / Getty Images How the Penny Method Affects Relationships The penny method isincredibly toxic. And if youre not feeling the relationship? Well, its best to cut ties versus stringing the other person along. And dont do this byghosting the other....

April 26, 2025 · 1 min · 72 words · Jacob Smith

"Who Am I?" + Other Questions to Know Yourself Better-Being Institute

“Who Am I?” Other Questions to Know Yourself Better Grab OurFree eBookto Learn How toGrow Your Wellness Business Exponentially! What Does It Mean to Know Who You Are? Who Am I When It Comes to My Material Self? Video: Identity: Who am I? Who Am I When It Comes to My Intrapersonal Self? Who Am I When It Comes to My Interpersonal Self? “Who Am I?” So, Who Are You?...

April 26, 2025 · 1 min · 102 words · Carmen Johnson

'Are You OK?' 14 Ways to Tell Someone You’re Not, According to a Therapist

Sometimes youre just not “fine.” Heres how to say so. But what if someone greets you with an innocuous How are you? 10'000 Hours/DigitalVision/Getty Images Heres what to say if you arent OK, with tips for a variety of situations. Its fair to assume that someone close to you asking you How are you? is genuinely interested in a response. In that case, a simple How are you? might launch the door to a conversation that you feel ready for....

April 26, 2025 · 1 min · 202 words · Kevin Leon

'I Don't Know What to Do With My Life': How to Navigate This Feeling

That isn’t necessarily the case, though. It used to be the norm, but that’s no longer the case. Nowadays, close to half the American population changes careers when they’re just shy of 40 years old! Thomas Barwick/Stone/Getty Are you unsure about what to do your life? You’re far from alone, and most people have felt that at one time or another. Below, find the steps to take to help you figure out what to do with your life....

April 26, 2025 · 3 min · 456 words · Laura West

'I Don't Need Friends': Why You Might Feel This Way

Or you may simply wonder, “Why don’t I have friends?” One explanation is that you might feel that friendship doesnt offer a lot of value in your life. Fear of being disappointed or hurt by friends can also be a contributing factor. Luis Alvarez / Getty Images How Common Is It to Have No Friends? How many people ask, “Why don’t I have friends?” While you might feel alone in your solitude, having little to no friends is actually a common occurrence....

April 26, 2025 · 3 min · 520 words · Kellie Mason

'I Don't Want to Fall In Love': What to Do If You Feel This Way

Thanks, but I’ll pass. But not everyone wants to fall in love. There are many reasons you might want to avoid falling for someone. Justin Paget/DigitalVision/Getty You might not have time forlove. You might be afraid of getting hurt (again). Or maybe you enjoy the freedom of being unattached. Loving deeply makes the loss of a close relationship feel even more intense. You Love Being Single Sure, love’s great, but so is being single....

April 26, 2025 · 3 min · 474 words · Stephanie Fox

'I Give Up': What to Do When You Feel Like Giving Up on Life

JGI / Jamie Grill / Getty Images Information in this article might be triggering to some people. If you are having suicidal thoughts, contact theNational Suicide Prevention Lifelineat988for support and assistance from a trained counselor. If you or a loved one are in immediate danger, call 911. JGI / Jamie Grill / Getty Images For more mental health resources, see ourNational Helpline Database. If youve ever thought, ‘I give up,’ youre not alone....

April 26, 2025 · 2 min · 306 words · Amy Arroyo