#emotional-burden

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fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Are You Serial Fixing the Emotional Baggage of Others?

Some interactions fill us up, even energize us. There's a connection, not a transfer. But others leave us depleted. There's a heaviness we feel, and perhaps a sense of confusion. We worked hard, and empathy might continue to radiate through us to the point of becoming anxious thoughts.
Mental health
Books
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

The Cure for Guilty Memories

Memory erasure in literature highlights the complexities and potential costs of eliminating painful recollections.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

The Covert Work of Celebrating Identities

Identity is a multifaceted concept influenced by self-perception and societal views, carrying an emotional burden during celebrations.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

I'm Considering Asking My Female Friend to Do Something Many Women Would Never Agree To

Navigating family relationships as a closeted individual can be emotionally burdensome, and seeking support during such events is a valid approach.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

The Silent Struggles of Neurotypical Siblings

Neurotypical siblings carry invisible emotional burdens while caring for siblings with disabilities.
They often develop a sense of hyper-responsibility and suppress their own needs.
Support systems are essential for healthy emotional development.
Mission District
fromMission Local
7 months ago

How Khazar Momeni took the fall in her brother's murder trial

Khazar Momeni's testimony was pivotal yet exploited, revealing her conflicted loyalty in a high-stakes murder trial involving her brother.
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