Emotional blackmail attempts to control a person by leveraging their caring reputation. Standing up to it requires firmness.
Tag: Self-development
Exchange your worry for simple enjoyment
Worry is part of our lives, but it need not be excessive. We need to learn to walk off the grey pavements, and into the woods.
How can I achieve peace?
In achieving peace, we need to learn to moderate our own distress. Good health and a social life help enormously. But in ill-health or isolation, meditation can provide the skill of inner peace.
Getting things done in the New Year
New Year is a good time to set new intentions. Use a friend or counsellor to help you on the way.
How to avoid being taken advantage of
We all get taken advantage of from time to time. Those doing it rely either on power differentials, or a degree of hiddenness in their actions. Fortunately, there are things we can do to correct the balance.
Relationships: should I try again?
Seeking a new relationship can be fearful for someone with anxiety or depression. There is a logic to waiting, but there are also benefits of being open to something new.
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