Are red flags a reason to walk away from someone? Are all red flags the same for everyone? What Are Relationship Red Flags? Throughout all contexts, the term red flag signifies a reason to stop. Wendy Walsh, PhD, a clinical psychologist who specializes in relationships. Note thatred flags in a relationshipmight not be obvious. Also, it can take some time for a red flag to present in a relationship. Are You in a Healthy Relationship?...
Which of these sway your thinking the most? Sometimes, cognitive biases are fairly obvious. You might even find that you recognize these tendencies in yourself or others. Tara Moore / Getty Images In other cases, these biases are so subtle that they are almost impossible to notice. At a Glance Attention is a limited resource. This means we can’t possibly evaluate every possible detail and event when forming thoughts and opinions....
Try forest bathing 2. Use gardening as a meditation 3. Bring plants indoors 4. Try matching a plant’s disposition 5. Join or start your own community garden 6. Go to plant swaps 7. Notice plants 8. Appreciate the resilience of each plant 9. Rescue plants 10. Appreciate what plants do for you 11. Build a relationship with a plant Sign up for more wellness… delivered right to your inbox.
Admitting you dont know something is particularly tricky in certain contexts. Leaders especially may fear that saying I dont know could undermine their authority. But its also common to feel pressure in the context of interpersonal relationships. SDI Productions / Getty Images We often fear looking weak, orshowing vulnerability, even with those we love and care about. But saying I dont know can be reframed as a strength, rather than a weakness....
don’t be shy! Verywell Mind / Getty Images Remember how easy it was to make friends in elementary school? And it certainly didn’t hurt that you had daily opportunities to interact with other kids. Verywell Mind / Getty Images Once you reach adulthood the same rules don’t apply. Not to mention thefear of rejectionwhich hits a lot harder than it did when you were a kid. Cultivating friendships also takes a lot of time, something most of us a short on these days....
My sleep was a mess for days. In this case, the disappointment was in myself, but there are so many variations of the experience. Here, well look at disappointment and why its essential to address. Galina Zhigalova/Getty Images. Then, well share a detailed list of therapist-approved tips for managing disappointment when it strikes. It is something most people have to live with despite its overwhelming and demotivating nature. One of the best ways to manage disappointment is to start by naming it....
Keep in mind that the body benefits most from vitamins and minerals that come fromwhole foodsrather than pills. At a Glance Many factors cause depression, but certain nutritional deficiencies may play a role. B-Complex Vitamins B vitaminsare essential for mental andemotional well-being. Verywell / Madelyn Goodnight B vitamins may be depleted by alcohol, refined sugars, nicotine, and caffeine. Excesses of any of these can play a part in a B-vitamin deficiency....
Victor Pontes / Getty Images Everyone experiences embarrassment from time to time. People withsocial anxiety disorder(SAD), however, are often harder on themselves about these moments. This is because they more strongly believe that their social blunders will lead to criticism and rejection. Victor Pontes / Getty Images It also covers why this approach can be helpful. Click below to listen now. When you fear something, your first instinct is often to avoid it....
This famous quote fromAbraham Maslowis often known as the law of instrument or Maslow’s hammer. Essentially, it suggests an over-reliance on a familiar or favorite tool. Maslow is also known for hishierarchy of needs. Atsushi Yamada/Getty Images With this quote, psychologist and philosopherWilliam Jamesis saying life shouldn’t always be about taking the easy road. Sometimes the greatest learning experiences are those brought on by adversity and challenge. If you find yourself falling into a rut, try taking James' advice....
“Respect is just a minimum.” Delmaine Donson / Getty Images Aretha Franklin sang it best. R-E-S-P-E-C-T. Find out what it means to me. Delmaine Donson / Getty Images But what does respect mean toyou? And how does it impact the way you see yourself and others? Respect is crucial for interpersonal relationsas it improvesself-worthand facilitates understanding. Respect from other people confirms [ones] worth and enhances good self-views. Just as respect can help build you up, a lack of respect can tear you down....
Being a psychology student can be a fun, rewarding, and sometimes challenging experience. There are also a lot of myths and misconceptions about psychology majors out there. At a Glance Do you ever think psychology majors might be just slightly different than other students? Marc Romanelli/Getty Images Are there characteristics that set you apart from students in other majors? Or if you are constantly analyzing their behavior. Your edition of the APA publication manual is dog-eared, and the pages are filled with yellow highlighter marks....
Although it can sometimes seem superficial, flirting is an important aspect of human behavior. Although flirting is as old as humankind, flirting techniques and whats considered appropriate have changed dramatically over time. What Makes Good Flirting? Marko Geber / Getty Images Putting yourself out there and riskingrejectioncan definitely be scary. Be courageous and dont be afraid of being imperfect, says Silva. She recommends having fun and giving yourself permission to express your feelings, no matter the outcome....
But what does that even look like? What does loving ourselves mean? And how do we know when we’ve reached that level ofself-compassion? Verywell Mind / Getty Images This meditation is meant to explore all of those questions and more. You know instinctively in your heart that they deserve safety, nurturing, and love. Now, let’s practice turning that sense of worthiness onto ourselves. I am worthy of love and capable of loving....
