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Trauma Dumping: What It Is, Why It Happens, and How to Set Loving Boundaries

Not sure if you’re oversharing—or feeling overwhelmed by someone else’s emotional unloading? This blog breaks down what trauma dumping really is, why it happens, and how to navigate it with empathy and boundaries. Whether you’re the one sharing or the one listening, you’ll find practical tools to help create safer, more respectful emotional connections. Learn how to recognize the signs, set compassionate limits, and share your story in ways that invite true support. Healing doesn't mean staying silent—it means learning how to be heard without harm.

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Feeling of Impending Doom: Understanding the Causes and How to Cope

Ever felt a sudden, overwhelming sense that something terrible is about to happen—without any clear reason why? This blog breaks down the feeling of impending doom, exploring what causes it, how to recognize the signs, and practical ways to cope. Whether it stems from anxiety or something more serious, you’ll find clarity, compassion, and tools to help you feel more grounded. You’re not broken, and you’re not alone—this experience is more common than you might think. With the right support, it’s possible to regain a sense of safety and peace in your daily life.

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Weaponized Incompetence: What It Is, How to Spot It, and What to Do When It Shows Up in Your Relationship

If you’re constantly picking up the slack, managing every detail, and feeling more like a mother than a partner—you’re not imagining it. Weaponized incompetence is real, and it’s exhausting. This blog breaks down what it is, how to spot it, and what to do when you realize you’ve been carrying far more than your fair share. You’ll learn how to name the dynamic, start healing from the emotional toll, and reclaim the partnership you deserve. Because you shouldn't have to beg someone to be an adult in their own home.

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What Does It Mean to Be Sex Positive? A Guide to Embracing Sexual Positivity

Sex positivity isn’t just about being open to sex—it’s about embracing consent, curiosity, and empowerment while challenging shame and outdated cultural norms. In this down to earth, judgment-free guide, we break down what it really means to be sex positive and how it can transform your relationship with sex, self, and others. Whether you're rethinking old narratives or just beginning to explore, this post invites you into a more liberated, inclusive, and conscious approach to sexuality.

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Understanding Perfectionism: Traits, Causes, and How to Overcome It

Struggling with perfectionism? Learn how this common but often misunderstood trait impacts mental health, productivity, and relationships—and discover practical, research-backed strategies to break free from the cycle of unrealistic expectations, anxiety, and burnout. We’ll explore the root causes of perfectionism, including childhood experiences and its connection to ADHD and anxiety. Whether you're a high-achiever feeling stuck or simply tired of never feeling "good enough," this guide offers insight and tools to help you heal.

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Body Positivity vs. Body Neutrality: What’s the Real Difference—And Why It Matters in Healing Your Body Image

Wondering whether body positivity is really helping—or just making you feel worse? This blog breaks down the difference between body positivity and body neutrality, and why a more grounded, compassionate approach might actually serve you better. If you’re a high-achieving woman tired of the pressure to love your body, this guide offers a realistic path forward, backed by research, lived experience, and five practical ways to start healing your body image from the inside out.

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What Is Alexithymia? Understanding the 'No Feelings' Condition and Its Connection to ADHD, Autism, and Eating Disorders

Ever felt emotionally disconnected or unable to put your feelings into words? You might be experiencing alexithymia, a condition where recognizing and expressing emotions becomes deeply challenging. Learn what alexithymia is, how it connects to ADHD, autism, and eating disorders, and discover gentle ways to reconnect with your emotional self.

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Titanic Is My Roman Empire: Why We Can't Stop Thinking About It—Especially Neurodivergent Minds

Why does Titanic still haunt and hold us—especially neurodivergent minds? This heartfelt tribute explores Titanic as a hyperfixation, a portal for processing grief, and a timeless story of love, loss, and self-actualization that continues to captivate generations. For many, Titanic isn’t just a movie—it’s a mirror, a metaphor, and a place to feel deeply. Whether you’re autistic, ADHD, or simply human, this film reminds us what it means to make life count.

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The Most Common Open Relationship Rules and How to Set Yours

Considering an open relationship? Setting clear boundaries, fostering transparency, and prioritizing trust are key to making it work. This guide explores the most common open relationship rules, including sexual and emotional boundaries, safe sex practices, and communication strategies. Learn how to navigate ethical non-monogamy with confidence and create a relationship dynamic that is fulfilling, secure, and sustainable.

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