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The Power of Self-Regulating

There are a lot of misconceptions that we tell ourselves about the control we have over our thoughts. We sometimes get caught up in the idea that we don’t have control over our thoughts. Or worse, we start to shame ourselves for the thoughts that naturally come into our heads unprovoked.

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The Power of Validating Your Partner

Life is so complex; it’s amazing our brains have the ability to collect, store and analyze information in the ways they do, let alone processing the endless possible perspectives that exist in the world. When we think about the reality of a situation, especially those affecting our relationships, it’s vitally important to remember that our understanding and experience is unique to us.

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Learning to Trust After Trauma

Trust and trauma: the two big T's of mental health. When we experience trauma, not only does it hinder our ability to trust those we feel have wronged us, it also leaves a lasting impression on our memories. It's surprisingly common to experience triggers involving past trauma, and exposing ourselves to our triggers can cause fear, anxiety, or depression.

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Being Single: Determining What You Want From a Relationship

Living life as a single person can be a rewarding experience. We have more time to focus on our own wants and needs, learning how to appreciate and care for ourselves along the way. But sooner or later, we may feel the urge to connect with someone in a romantic way.

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Building Independence for a Healthier Relationship

Slowly but surely, we’re all emerging from quarantine and reconnecting with those outside of our immediate circle. Coming out of a pandemic, where we spent the majority of our time indoors with our partner, it’s more important than ever to remember the value of independence in sustaining a healthy relationship.

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4 Tips for Sexual Experimentation With Your Partner

Trying anything for the first time can be a scary experience, and it’s normal to want to take things slow when you experiment with new activities. This is especially true in the bedroom, where some feel shame or embarrassment already. But sexual experimentation doesn’t have to be a taboo subject, and in fact, many such experiments can actually open up new avenues to pleasure that we may never have known existed.

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