Category: The Mind
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When the Inner Critic Takes Over
in The MindI think I might be having a depressive episode. Nothing dramatic happened. There’s no clear reason I can point to. But today my inner critic came out — loud, persistent, and merciless. It criticises everything. My appearance. My imperfections. My work. The way I speak. The way I live. It doesn’t offer solutions. It doesn’t…
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On Choosing Myself, Gently
in The MindImperfect Editor reflects on the importance of true self-care, emphasizing the need to prioritize oneself amid responsibilities. It’s a journey of recognizing self-neglect as imbalanced and embracing personal well-being.
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A Soft Sunday
in The MindThis Sunday was dedicated to rest and self-care, allowing for reflection on the importance of relaxation and personal well-being, after a period of tension and external control in life.
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When Women Think “This Could Be Me”
in The MindWomen aren’t asking to be reassured that you’re different. They’re asking to be understood.
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Opting Out of What’s Expected
in The MindBecoming a mother reshapes life in profound ways, transforming one’s autonomy and responsibilities instantly.
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A Small Pause by the Water
A quiet day at the park with floating bird food, ducks, and swans highlighted a peaceful connection with nature.
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It wasn’t dark when I left work
in The MindYesterday I finished work and walked to the car park, and it was still light outside. That caught me off guard. I wasn’t expecting it, and I didn’t realize how much I missed it. For a moment, it felt like hope. Not a big dramatic kind – just a quiet sense that maybe things are…
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I bought flowers on the 15th
in The MindValentine’s day passed, and the next day I bought myself a bouquet of red roses. They are beatiful. Fresh, full, exactly the same one’s I saw before the 14th – just twice cheaper. It made me think about how much of Valentine’s Day is not really about love, but about pricing. The cakes, the flowers,…
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A Lighter Day
in The MindAfter therapy, I felt lighter despite not being completely fixed. A small wardrobe choice improved my mood. A frozen car and a work mistake frustrated me, but I acknowledged my feelings and moved forward.
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