Tag: Mental Health
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Living with a Verbally Abusive Partner: A Soul-Sucking Reality
Get Pregnant Fast I often see friends on social media sharing the intimate details of their relationships—their fights, their harsh words, and all the chaos in between. I could never imagine doing that; it seems so undignified. My family and my fiancé’s relatives are on my Facebook page, and the thought of airing out our…
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Understanding the Difference: Feeling Anxious vs. Living with Anxiety
Get Pregnant Fast When I experience an anxiety attack, it’s not simply a light feeling of unease. Unlike the trivial portrayals you might see in popular media, the onset for me is intense, beginning with my muscles tightening—especially in my chest. My partner can always tell something’s wrong; the look on my face is a…
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Navigating My Anxiety and Panic Attacks: A Personal Journey
Lifestyle Get Pregnant Fast Today, I had lunch with my partner at my favorite taco spot in the city, and during the drive, I couldn’t stop thinking about the queso. However, as I pulled into the parking garage, I was taken aback by the lack of available spaces. After retrieving my 8-month-old from the backseat,…
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The Clutter in My Home Fuels My Anxiety
Get Pregnant Fast By: Jenna Thompson I’ve always had a penchant for tidiness. Growing up, I shared a room with my sister, who had a more laid-back approach to organization. I vividly remember entering our room, feeling my chest tighten, my heart race, and an overwhelming impulse to tidy up. The sight of our disordered…
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Emetophobia: Understanding the Fear Many Mistakenly Assume They Have
Get Pregnant Fast For as long as we can remember, our daughter, Lily, has harbored an intense fear of vomiting. This isn’t merely a mild aversion; it’s a paralyzing dread that has deeply impacted her life. Initially, my husband and I believed that Lily merely had an exaggerated dislike for being sick, perhaps coupled with…
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My Daughter Stepped into the Role of My Caregiver
Get Pregnant Fast In the realm of motherhood, sometimes the most profound connections are forged in unexpected ways. One of the most remarkable mothers I know never actually bore children; in fact, I had the honor of bringing her into this world. Just two weeks after my daughter Sarah celebrated her 23rd birthday, my life…
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Dads, Your Mental Health Matters Too
Get Pregnant Fast As I delve deeper into the journey of parenthood, it becomes increasingly clear that one of the most vital things I can do for my children is to prioritize my own mental well-being. All parents experience mood swings and moments of frustration; it’s an inevitable part of raising young ones. However, when…
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Understanding the Mental Toll of Clutter for ‘Neat Freaks’
Get Pregnant Fast It’s no secret that our obsession with tidiness can be a source of annoyance for those who live with us. You might have found our need for order charming at first, but after countless reminders about cleaning up or waiting on us to finish tidying up before we can leave the house,…
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The Case for Allowing Teenagers to Sleep In
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, I vividly recall those exhausting early days when my son was a newborn, keeping me awake around the clock. I often dreamed of the day he would be older, perhaps around eight, when he could tuck himself into bed. Fast forward to today, and I find myself facing a…