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Self-Awareness: A Key to Emotional and Relationship Health

Love & Life Toolbox

When new therapy clients sit down in front of me for the first time, my curiosity is always piqued around not only who they are and what kind of help they are seeking, but also their level of psychological awareness. Even if this type of awareness is clearly lacking, this doesn’t mean good work cannot be accomplished together.

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Beyond the Mood Boost: How Journaling Rewires Your Brain for Resilience

Child Mind Intitute

At the Child Mind Institute, we are dedicated to understanding how the brain develops and identifying ways we can support children and adolescents in building mental health awareness and resilience. Building Self-Awareness Journaling encourages introspection, helping teens understand their motivations, values, and triggers.

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Reframing Mental and Emotional Pain from a Buddhist Psychology Perspective

Mad in America

By emphasizing the dynamic nature of mental and emotional states, Buddhist Psychology encourages individuals to explore the underlying causes of their suffering and develop strategies for coping and resilience. Ill will and aversion can be directed internally (negative self-talk, self-harm) or externally (hurtful words, violence).

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The Trauma Craze: How the Expansion of Trauma Diagnoses Fueled Victimhood Culture

Mad in America

While expanding trauma criteria is often justified as necessary for inclusivity and compassion, critics contend that these expansions may be driven, by some, out of self-interest. Jonathan Haidt has described the current generation as fragile due to being overprotected and less resilient.

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Why Women Are More Prone to Anxiety Disorders (and How to Cope)

Lightwork

We’ll also share practical, evidence-based coping strategies designed specifically for women’s experiences, helping you build resilience and manage anxiety effectively. Coping Strategies: Navigating Stress Differently as Women Research shows distinct differences in how men and women handle stress.

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Top 10 Benefits of Counseling for Students in 2025

Center for Integrative Psychiatry

In 2025, as mental health awareness continues to grow, counseling is playing a more prominent role in education. It helps in managing stress, anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns, allowing students to cope better with academic and personal challenges. Why is mental health important for college students?

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Improving Emotional Regulation in Adults: Advice from Dr. Sagnik Mukherjee

Dr. Sagnik Mukherjee Blog

In this article, I will outline simple yet powerful strategies to help you manage intense emotions, improve self-awareness, and develop healthier coping mechanisms. Manage stress and anxiety with greater resilience. Enhance Self-Awareness The journey toward better emotional regulation begins with self-awareness.