Carl Jung, the eminent Swiss psychiatrist, and psychoanalyst, offers profound insights into the intricate dynamics of love and relationships. He suggests that our attraction to others is often rooted in shared psychological traits, famously stating, “We are not what we say we are, we are not what we think we are; we are what weContinue reading “Understanding Love Through Jung’s Psychological Insights”
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The Transformative Power of Unattainable Love
Carl Jung’s concept of “impossible love” explores the depths of human emotion and the complexities that arise when one finds themselves in love with someone who is unattainable. This type of love can seem tragic on the surface, engendering feelings of longing and heartache. However, Jung posited that these experiences can lead to significant personalContinue reading “The Transformative Power of Unattainable Love”
Empowering Growth: The Art of Letting Go
In our journey through life, we often encounter individuals who reach out for help, expressing their struggles and challenges. Yet, it’s important to recognize that not every request for assistance stems from a place of neediness. Sometimes, these situations symbolize a pivotal moment in their personal development — an opportunity for them to learn valuableContinue reading “Empowering Growth: The Art of Letting Go”
Overcoming Body Image Issues With Mindfulness and Meditation
We struggle with our image in a world that can be so superficial. It seems that even in business, it’s all about “image” and how we present ourselves. I’ve struggled with body image issues just about most of my life. The most problematic body image issues seem to be our shape, weight, and how weContinue reading “Overcoming Body Image Issues With Mindfulness and Meditation”
Why Do We Compare Ourselves to Others?
Why Do We Compare Ourselves to Others? Have you ever found yourself scrolling through social media and feeling a twinge of envy? It’s a common experience – one that raises an interesting question: why do we feel the need to compare ourselves to others? Just like apples and oranges, we are all unique, with ourContinue reading “Why Do We Compare Ourselves to Others?”
Healing From Narcissistic Abuse
Narcissistic abuse can be one of the most insidious forms of emotional trauma a person can experience. It often starts subtly, with seemingly harmless comments or behaviors that leave you questioning your own feelings and perceptions. This manipulation can manifest as gaslighting, where the narcissist distorts reality, making you doubt your memories and experiences. AsContinue reading “Healing From Narcissistic Abuse”
Seasons and Relationships
Recently I came to the realization about relationships and seasons. The relationships I am speaking of are the ones we often consider permanent such as marriage. I always felt marriage should be a lifelong commitment and it certainly should. Yet, there are often times in life when “life long” is not possible. Some of theContinue reading “Seasons and Relationships”
Single Mom Sensory Overload
When I look back at my life it’s pretty obvious to me I have spent most of it as a single mother. I had five children; two boys and three girls. I want to start off by saying my children have been the light of my life, but that does not mean times were notContinue reading “Single Mom Sensory Overload”
Know When You Are Devalued
When a person devalues you they don’t respect the individual you are nor do they care about your welfare. Whether it’s emotionally or physically the neglect leaves a sense of loneliness and pain. In devaluation your life, your thoughts, your ideas don’t matter. Your heartaches are overlooked and it’s your heart that is left broken.Continue reading “Know When You Are Devalued”
True Friendship is a Mutual Exchange of the Gift of Love
Friendship, love relationships, and love connections are for the purpose of giving love expression
