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You're allowed to tell someone they're hurting you — and if you feel stuck because you avoid conflict or keep punishing with silence, I've been there and will show you how to say it plainly so you know whether they change or reveal who they really are. 

People who threaten, belittle, or use "jokes" about violence are practicing control, and they will gaslight you into submission if you don't take their threats or "jokes" seriously. Don't reward coercion with compliance. 

Healing is a long and tiring process. A lot of times, it takes longer than we would prefer. So in a world of instant gratification and social media, it can make the long healing process even more overwhelming. 

There can be some good excuses for hurtful behavior. With some excuses, it can be hard to differentiate between fact and fiction.  When someone uses their condition or illness to manipulate or control you, it can make it that much more difficult to get out from under their spell. ...  Show more

Before diagnosing yourself with anxiety or depression, check to see if you just need a break from the intensity of your life. When we're overwhelmed for prolonged periods of time, we can get stuck in a fight, flight, or freeze reactivity, which can make us feel like something is ...  Show more

Many times we don't recognize the unconscious defense mechanisms that hold us back from pursuing freedom and change. Today's anxiety guy podcast will shed some light on what may truly be taking place within your mental health.