Tag: blogpost
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Why Validation Has Become More Addictive Than Motivation
We live in a world where people no longer ask, “Am I happy with myself?” They ask, “Did people notice me?” That shift is changing mental health more than we realize. Today, validation has become more addictive than motivation. And social media is one of the biggest reasons why. Every notification, like, comment, share, or…
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Why Smart People Still Struggle With Overthinking
Smart people are excellent at solving problems. Unfortunately, the brain does not know when to clock out. Overthinking is not a lack of intelligence. It is intelligence working overtime without a manager. I have seen this often in counselling and education. The sharper the mind, the more angles it sees. What looks like one situation…
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When AI Becomes the Co Therapist in the Room
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A growing shift in therapy today is this: Many clients now walk into sessions after asking AI what is wrong, what trauma they have, what attachment style they are, and which therapy technique should “fix” them. They arrive with labels. They arrive with scripts. They arrive with treatment plans written by a machine that has…
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5 Things Students Learn That Are Not Written Anywhere in the Curriculum
Students learn far more in school than what any syllabus admits. Beyond textbooks and lesson plans, classrooms quietly teach competition, compliance, how long to wait for permission, and what happens when you get things wrong. These invisible lessons shape confidence, curiosity, and decision making long after exams are over. The real curriculum is not just…
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Book Review: The Body Keeps the Score
A psychologist reviews The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk — insights, pros, cons, and why it’s a must-read for trauma recovery and therapy.
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Case Study: Navigating Anxiety with a Narcissistic Parent
In therapy, I worked with a client who faced significant anxiety while dealing with a narcissistic parent. Constantly criticized, undermined, and blamed, the client struggled to build self-confidence. The unpredictable cycle of love and rejection from their parent left them feeling emotionally exhausted. Together, we identified patterns in their interactions, helping them understand the dynamics…