She might not have always thought it, but she has come to the realization that she is worth so much more than how others have treated her in the past. She won’t settle for anything less than what she knows she deserves. Read More

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You might not always be able to see them, but her eyes will hide scars that run deep and true. She has fought off heartache and despair to get where she is today, and even though the wounds may not yet be fully healed, the beautifully broken girl still has love within her. She just…

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Do you know someone who uses a “catchphrase” to signal that they disagree with something you said? Common examples include saying “I guess” or “whatever” in a snarky and dismissive tone. Replying this way is an obnoxious, passive-aggressive habit that provides a cover of plausible deniability. Being on the receiving end of these types of…

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Unfortunately, many folks are raised on the myth of stoicism and taught from a pre-verbal age that showing emotions is wrong or even immoral. Science proves the opposite is true. Bottling up thoughts and feelings erodes our mental health and negatively impacts physical health, rendering statements like “why are you so emotional” invalidating and psychologically damaging. Read…

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Unfortunately, many folks are raised on the myth of stoicism and taught from a pre-verbal age that showing emotions is wrong or even immoral.   Science proves the opposite is true. Bottling up thoughts and feelings erodes our mental health and negatively impacts physical health, rendering statements like “why are you so emotional” invalidating and psychologically damaging.…

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Validation plays a significant role in molding our identities and self-worth. It helps us understand the world, shape our views, and figure out how and where we fit into the bigger picture. Broadly speaking, emotional invalidation is when someone dismisses your feelings and observations as insignificant and undeserving of consideration. Internalizing these negative messages about our…

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