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Retirement
fromSilicon Canals
1 day ago

I'm 66 and I worked forty years as an electrician and the thing nobody warns you about retirement isn't the boredom, it's that the silence at 7am on a Tuesday immediately surfaces every feeling I out-worked for four decades - Silicon Canals

Retirement can lead to unexpected emotional challenges, including grief and a loss of purpose, rather than just boredom.
Retirement
fromSilicon Canals
6 days ago

I want to be honest about something nobody tells you before you retire - the hardest part isn't the money or the routine, it's learning to stop measuring your worth by your productivity - Silicon Canals

Retirement can lead to an identity crisis when one's self-worth is tied to work and productivity.
Retirement
fromSilicon Canals
2 weeks ago

Psychology suggests retirees who become genuinely exhausting to be around are almost never aware they're doing it - because the crankiness is grief wearing a disguise and the neediness is loneliness knocking on the only doors still open, and neither one feels like a choice from the inside - Silicon Canals

Retirement can lead to unexpected grief and identity loss, resulting in irritability and strained relationships.
Retirement
fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago

I asked a retirement counselor why men fall apart within two years of retiring - she said it's not boredom, it's the first time their nervous system has no structure to hide inside - Silicon Canals

Retirement can disrupt men's sense of identity and structure, leading to emotional challenges as they face a lack of external regulation.
Retirement
fromSilicon Canals
1 day ago

I'm 66 and I worked forty years as an electrician and the thing nobody warns you about retirement isn't the boredom, it's that the silence at 7am on a Tuesday immediately surfaces every feeling I out-worked for four decades - Silicon Canals

Retirement can lead to unexpected emotional challenges, including grief and a loss of purpose, rather than just boredom.
Retirement
fromSilicon Canals
6 days ago

I want to be honest about something nobody tells you before you retire - the hardest part isn't the money or the routine, it's learning to stop measuring your worth by your productivity - Silicon Canals

Retirement can lead to an identity crisis when one's self-worth is tied to work and productivity.
Retirement
fromSilicon Canals
2 weeks ago

Psychology suggests retirees who become genuinely exhausting to be around are almost never aware they're doing it - because the crankiness is grief wearing a disguise and the neediness is loneliness knocking on the only doors still open, and neither one feels like a choice from the inside - Silicon Canals

Retirement can lead to unexpected grief and identity loss, resulting in irritability and strained relationships.
Retirement
fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago

I asked a retirement counselor why men fall apart within two years of retiring - she said it's not boredom, it's the first time their nervous system has no structure to hide inside - Silicon Canals

Retirement can disrupt men's sense of identity and structure, leading to emotional challenges as they face a lack of external regulation.
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Yoga
fromYoga Journal
2 days ago

Why Gentle Yoga Feels More Challenging Than It Looks

Gentle yoga can be more challenging than vinyasa due to its slower pace, which increases awareness of physical and emotional experiences.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

She no longer remembers it's her birthday. He got her a present anyway

Gift-giving for a spouse with dementia can be challenging due to their changing needs and understanding.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
3 weeks ago

Is There an Answer to the Question, 'Do I Start a Family?'

Women are increasingly questioning the decision to start a family, recognizing its complexity and the emotional weight it carries.
Relationships
fromHuffPost
3 weeks ago

People Who Convinced Their Partners To Open Their Relationships Share How It REALLY Went For Them

Open relationships can be a solution for couples facing emotional challenges, allowing sexual freedom while maintaining a primary partnership.
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

My Ex Cheated on Me When Our Son Was 6 Months Old. Years Later, I Still Have to Face a Reminder of His Infidelity.

Navigating complex family dynamics requires compassion and understanding, especially when dealing with reminders of past betrayals.
Silicon Valley food
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago

His Weekend Side Gig Was Meant as a Joke - Then Customers Fell in Love With It. Now It's on Track for $2M in Revenue This Year

Josh Kim's journey with Softies Burger illustrates the unpredictable challenges and emotional highs of starting a business, emphasizing the importance of staying true to initial motivations.
Arts
fromwww.npr.org
8 months ago

'Horrific' Relationships: Alison Brie and Dave Franco explore codependency in their movie

The movie 'Together' reflects on the complexities of a long-term relationship tested by emotional baggage and external circumstances.
Mental health
fromBuzzFeed
9 months ago

20 Things Women Romanticize As Children That Are Very Different Once You Become A Woman

Hyper-independence often stems from parental neglect, leading to guilt when asking for help.
fromFast Company
9 months ago

5 things every startup founder needs to know after the idea

The journey from idea to company is rarely linear—and almost never glamorous. Most founders have an OMG moment early on in which they realize that they are not just building a product, fundraising, and selling: they are building a company.
Startup companies
fromVulture
10 months ago

Hannah Fields on How to Be a Girl's Girl in the Love Island USA Villa

I missed Charlie and laughing all the time, but when I look at the bigger picture, I'm like, 'Well, somebody who laughs all the time might not be the perfect partner for me.'
Television
Liverpool FC
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
10 months ago

'I was on my own on my birthday, crying on my bedroom floor. I think it was feeling of having all the pressure of the football club on your shoulders' Everton striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin opens up after hitting rock bottom

Dominic Calvert-Lewin candidly shares the emotional toll of elite football and the pressures of his responsibilities during injury and relegation.
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fromBKReader
11 months ago

Navigating Personal Injury Claims Involving Family Members

But when the person who caused the injury is someone in your family, it gets more complicated. It's easy to feel confused or unsure about what to do.
Brooklyn
fromBusiness Insider
11 months ago

Millennials aren't ready to inherit homes from their baby boomer parents

Atkinson describes a chaotic inheritance landscape where emotional luggage meets real estate dilemmas, exemplifying the impending wave of responsibility for millennials.
Retirement
Mental health
fromBuzzFeed
1 year ago

Doctors And Medical Professionals Are Sharing The Unsolicited Medical Questions Friends Asked Them

Medical professionals often face challenging questions from friends and family about health, leading to emotional dilemmas.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
1 year ago

12 Reasons Why It's Hard to Be a Twin

Support groups can help twins navigate their unique relationship challenges and improve their ability to connect.
Understanding twin estrangement requires recognizing both the benefits and hardships of having a twin.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
1 year ago

Empty Nest, Empty Heart

Letting children go can be a profound emotional challenge for fathers.
Fathers experience both joy and loss as children grow and seek independence.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 year ago

Why ADHD Makes You Focus On the Wrong Things First

ADHD brains prioritize stimulation over importance, often leaving key tasks unfinished.
Individuals with ADHD experience stress with boring tasks, even if they are important.
Engaging in low-value tasks provides a false sense of accomplishment for those with ADHD.
Progress for those with ADHD requires confronting discomfort rather than seeking dopamine.
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