The Essential Breath
Our blog is dedicated to helping you improve your mental wellbeing, relationships, and emotional health.
We offer a variety of resources and articles on a wide range of topics related to relationships and mental health.
Our goal is to provide you with the information, insights and tools you need to live a happier, healthier life.
The Blind Spot in Relationships: How the Introspection Illusion Sabotages Intimacy.
Do you truly know yourself? Many believe they have deep self-awareness, but a surprising psychological phenomenon called the illusion of introspection can cloud our judgement. This article explores this concept, revealing the dangers of self-deception in relationships and offering practical steps to cultivate genuine self-knowledge for stronger connections and intimacy.
Regret: Teacher or Tormenter?
Regret is a complex emotion characterized by feelings sadness, disappointment, or distress about something one has done or failed to do. It often involves wishing that a past action or decision had been different.
The People-Pleasing Dilemma: Reclaiming Your Sense of Self
Are you a chronic people-pleaser? Do you often find yourself saying "yes" when you really mean "no," or going out of your way to avoid conflict, even at the cost of your own happiness and well-being? If so, you're not alone. Many people struggle with the urge to constantly put others' needs and desires before ourselves, often to our own detriment.
Beyond Bubble Baths: What Self-Care Is NOT (And Why It Matters)
Self-care is often described as activities and practices that individuals engage in to promote their physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Unfortunately, the media and popular culture often portray self-care as a set of consumer products or activities associated with luxury, indulgence, and pampering rather than as a holistic approach to wellness.
The Psychology of Comparison and Its Impact on Our Well-Being
Using comparison as a tool for growth and inspiration involves harnessing the positive functions of comparison to motivate and inspire us towards personal growth and development. While excessive comparison can be harmful, making healthy and mindful comparisons can provide valuable insight and perspective.
Therapy Metaphors: How Figurative Language Can Help You Heal
Therapy metaphors are like little life rafts that can help you navigate the rough waters of your emotions. By using figurative language, therapists can help you visualize your thoughts and feelings in a new way, which can lead to a deeper understanding of yourself and your experiences.