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RyanKing999 / Getty Images Crying is often associated with emotions like anger, frustration, or sadness. When you think of happiness, you almost certainly don’t think of tears. But have you ever heard of the term ‘happy tears’? RyanKing999 / Getty Images You might have even experienced it! If you are curious about why exactly it occurs, read on. Over the decades, scientists and researchers have devised theories to explain why happy crying occurs....

Happy Thoughts: 21 Science-Based Ways to Be Happier What Are Happy Thoughts? Grab OurFree eBookto Learn How toGrow Your Wellness Business Exponentially! I Accept the Things I Cannot Change 2. I Know Myself 3. I Am Valuable, Worthwhile Human Being 5. I Notice the Good Things in Life 6. I Can Change How I Feel 7. I Can Improve My Relationships 8. By Making Others Happy, I Make Myself Happy...

Such stereotyping can be damaging and lead to discriminatory attitudes and behaviors. What Is Racial Stereotyping? But these shortcuts are generalizations and rarely accurate assessments of an individual or group. Maskot / Getty Images Theyre whats known as acognitive bias. Once you establish these beliefs, changing your way of thinking is difficult. This is because youll unintentionally look for evidence that affirms your beliefs and discounts any evidence to the contrary....

What Harlow’s infamous monkey mother experiments revealed Love is vital for healthy human development. You may have heard of Harlow’s research called the wire mother vs. cloth mother study. Parental affection was treated as an indulgence or even a vice. Martin Rogers / Getty Images According to many thinkers of the day, affection would only spread diseases and lead to adult psychological problems. Psychologists were motivated to prove their field as a rigorous science....

His grades were so bad that after one semester he switched to the study of psychology. While at Stanford, Harlow studied with psychologist Lewis Terman, who helped develop the Stanford-Binetintelligence test. In 1930, Harlow earned his Ph.D. in psychology. Wikimedia Commons / Aiwok (CC 3.0) He later changed his last name from Israel to Harlow. The infant monkeys were instead raised by surrogate wire monkey mothers. On the other hand, the monkeys would only choose the wire mother when she provided food....

The answer to that question can sometimes be much more complicated than expected. Plus,depressioncan affect your life and relationships in complex ways. Problems in your romantic relationships can sometimes be a source of deep sadness or even feelings of depression. Verywell Mind / Getty At a Glance Falling out of love with someone can be a painful, heartbreaking experience. Am I Falling Out of Love…or Is it a Sign of Depression?...

When external or internal forces are destined to keep you apart, how do you deal? So, unfortunately, there is no universal advice that will make this sucky situation feel better right away. Prioritize your own needs and make the choice that best supports your long-term happiness. Hill Street Studio / Getty Images Maybe they live on the other side of the country. Or perhaps youve just exited a serious long-term relationship and arent ready to date yet....

What Causes Estrangement Between Family Members? Was it meaningful and positive or is the relationship’s history lined withtoxicity? If you do find that it was meaningful and positive, it may be worth mending. Jeffbergen / Getty Images It also requires both parties to speak honestly and openly about their feelings. “It is often helpful to have a third-party present to arbitrate the discussion,” says Anderson. It’s important to note that you canforgive someonewithout reinstating a relationship with that person....

Adding mantras to your meditation practice may help to improve your mental health. The History of Mantras Let’s break down the term mantra using its etymology. In Sanskrit, Man means mind, and tra means tool or vehicle. Daniel de la Hoz / Getty Images Mantras vs. Affirmations vs. Intentions A subtle yet important difference exists between mantras and repetitive phrases like intentions or affirmations. They all share many similarities in how they help nourish the mind and use phrases with focused intent....

She felt depressed, anxious, and she even becamesuicidal. But thats self-pity, notself-care. Whether that means eating dinner with friends or taking a class, put yourself out there. Verywell / Julie Bang This doesnt mean you should ignore your feelings by staying busy. Thats not healthy either. More About This Podcast The Verywell Mind Podcastis available across all streaming platforms. If you like the show, pleaseleave us a review on Apple Podcasts....

Reggie was sexually, emotionally, and physicallyabused during childhoodsomething he tried to hide for much of his life. He decided to get help to heal from the trauma he endured by talking to a therapist. Why Reggie Walker Is Mentally Strong Reggie sought help for his struggles. Verywell / Julie Bang And whentherapywasnt enough, he found the courage to go to a residential treatment program. Now that Reggie is feeling better, hes chosen to help other people....

The goal of this abuse is to maintain control. At a Glance Narcissistic abuse can take a serious toll on those who experience it it. It can be deeply damaging, but recovering from narcissistic abuse is possible. Valentinrussanov / Getty Images Ending the relationships, joining a recovery program, and re-building your social support system are vital. Through it all, remember to trust your gut and set boundaries that allow you to recover....