The Overwhelmed Brain
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The quirks that might make others judge us
A "germaphobe" shares their challenge at a work function with food being the catalyst for an embarrassing moment that ended up in tears. When you have behaviors and nuances that others might judge you
Can challenges and conflicts lead to happiness?
Why is it so hard to strike a balance between our own happiness and the happiness of those we care about? In todays episode, I tackle the challenges of relational conflict and the importance of ackno
Am I wasting time thinking it's ever going to get better?
Is there light at the end of the tunnel of a troubled relationship? Past difficult relationships can certainly leave you with sensitivities to current and future ones, so it's important to make sure y
When you don't want to accept that thing they do
Why is it so hard to strike a balance between supporting someone's goals and managing our own reactions? Sometimes, we have to traverse a tightrope walk of love and support without the comfort of a sa
You only get along when you agree they have no flaws
Should you concede to another person's flaws to maintain peace? We all seek approval at times, but in some relationships, this quest can take on a different hue, especially when ones own insecuritie
Will the long-term lie tear the relationship apart?
What is the consequence of withholding a big secret from the person you are supposed to have an honest, transparent relationship with? Secrets can lead to lies that lead to people feeling betrayed, ca
Should you keep the door open to people who want to close it?
Enforcing boundaries with family is hard enough, but what if they want to enforce them with you? What if they want to close the door to your relationship, even though you didn't do anything wrong? In
Why you can't get through to some people
Why do we sometimes struggle to make ourselves understood? You know that moment when youre explaining something youre sure you know inside and out, but the person youre talking to just isnt gettin
The tiny things that improve your life
Have you ever had a tiny squeak in a door in your home that irritated you every time you used it? What happens after you oil the hinge and the squeak goes away? To some, it can feel like a life-changi
Challenges come in all shapes and sizes in romantic relationships
Romantic relationships bring their share of challenges. In this episode, I Why is it that even with the best intentions, relationships can feel like navigating a minefield? You might have experienced