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SHERVAN K SHAHHIAN
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Compassion Training is the deliberate practice of developing the ability to respond to suffering,...
Compassion Training is the deliberate practice of developing the ability to respond to suffering, your own or someone else’s, with understanding, warmth, and a motivation to help, rather than judgment, avoidance, or hostility. What compassion training develops Self-compassion: treating yourself with the same understanding you would offer another person. Empathy: recognizing and understanding another person's emotional experience. Emotional regulation: staying present with su
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1 hour ago2 min read
A Blame Shifter is someone who habitually avoids responsibility for their actions by,...
A Blame Shifter is someone who habitually avoids responsibility for their actions by redirecting fault onto other people, circumstances, or external events. Instead of asking, “What part did I play?”, The blame shifter tends to ask, “Who can I make responsible for this?” Common signs: Deflects responsibility: “It wasn't my fault.” Counterattacks: When confronted, they bring up your mistakes instead. Externalizes problems: “You made me do it.” Changes the subject: Avoids the o
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2 hours ago2 min read
Staying unpredictable may be useful when it means,...
Staying unpredictable may be useful when it means not allowing other people to easily manipulate, control, or anticipate your every move. Why stay unpredictable? Protects your boundaries: People may not assume you will always say yes, explain yourself, or tolerate the negative behavior. Prevents manipulation: Predictability may sometimes make it easier for someone to exploit your routines or emotional reactions. Encourages adaptability: You become more comfortable responding
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3 hours ago1 min read
Mastering the Art of Timing (MAT), means learning when to act, when to wait, and when to stop:
Mastering the Art of Timing means learning when to act, when to wait, and when to stop. It is the ability to recognize the right moment rather than simply reacting to events. The core principles 1.Observe before acting Don't rush to respond. Read the situation, the people involved, and the emotional climate. 2.Know when to speak The right message delivered at the wrong moment may fail. Timing includes knowing when someone is actually ready to listen. 3.Know when to wait Patie
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3 hours ago2 min read
Mastering Group Psychology (MGP), means understanding how people behave differently when they become part of a group:
Mastering Group Psychology means understanding how people think, feel, and behave differently when they become part of a group, and learning to participate without surrendering your independent judgment. A useful principle may be: Understand the group without becoming psychologically owned by it. 1. Understand the forces that shape groups Groups may create powerful pressures through: Conformity: “Everyone else believes this, so I should too.” Norms: unspoken rules about what
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7 hours ago2 min read
Please, don’t chase meaning in the wrong places:
Please, don’t chase meaning in the wrong places: means don’t look for purpose, fulfillment, identity, or validation in things that May not sustainably provide them. What it may mean Sometimes we try to fill an inner need through external sources: Status: believing achievement will finally make you feel worthy. Money: assuming more wealth will give your life meaning. Romantic attention: using another person's love to prove your value. Fame or recognition: needing others to adm
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7 hours ago1 min read
What does “Brain Fry” feel like:
“Brain Fry” is an informal expression, Not a medical diagnosis, used to describe a feeling of mental exhaustion, cognitive overload, or being mentally “worn out.” For medical diagnosis, please, Consult with a Medical Doctor. What does “Brain Fry” feel like? Someone experiencing it may notice: Difficulty concentrating or thinking clearly Forgetfulness or mental “blankness” Slow decision making Feeling overwhelmed by information Irritability or reduced patience Trouble finding
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8 hours ago1 min read
Sadism is a psychological term describing a tendency to derive pleasure by causing pain:
Sadism is a psychological term describing a tendency to derive pleasure, satisfaction, excitement, or a sense of power from causing pain, humiliation, distress, or suffering to another person. The term is used in several contexts: Sexual Sadism: Sexual arousal or gratification associated with another person's suffering, humiliation, or pain. When this involves non-consenting people or causes significant impairment/distress, it may meet criteria for a mental disorder and crimi
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1 day ago1 min read
Sadomasochism is a psychological and behavioral concept,...
Sadomasochism is a psychological and behavioral concept describing the combination of two tendencies: Sadism: deriving pleasure (often emotional, psychological, or sexual) from inflicting pain, humiliation, or control over others. Masochism: deriving pleasure from experiencing pain, submission, or humiliation. When combined, sadomasochism refers to a dynamic where one person takes a dominant (sadistic) role and another takes a submissive (masochistic) role, often in a mutuall
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1 day ago1 min read
There are a few ways to understand Masochism:
A Masochist may be a person who experiences pleasure, satisfaction, or emotional relief from pain, discomfort, or humiliation. There are a few ways to understand Masochism: 1. Psychological meaning A person may seek out difficult or painful situations. This isn’t always physical, it may be emotional (staying in hurtful relationships, self-sabotage). In clinical mental health, extreme forms may relate to patterns like self-defeating behavior. 2. Sexual context In sexuality, ma
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1 day ago1 min read
Repeated or Prolonged Traumatic Experiences (R-PTEs), may refer to exposure to traumatic, threatening, abusive, or overwhelming events:
Professional or urgent support is especially important if trauma symptoms are severely interfering with daily life, relationships, work, sleep, or safety, or if there are thoughts of suicide or self-harm. In the U.S., you can call or text 988 for immediate crisis support. Repeated or Prolonged Traumatic Experiences refer to exposure to traumatic, threatening, abusive, or overwhelming events that happen again and again or continue over an extended period. Unlike a single incid
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3 days ago3 min read
Single Incident Trauma (SIT), refers to a psychological trauma:
Single Incident Trauma refers to psychological trauma resulting from one specific, identifiable event that is experienced as threatening, overwhelming, horrifying, or life endangering. Examples A single traumatic incident might include: A serious car accident A physical or sexual assault A natural disaster A violent attack or robbery Witnessing someone being seriously injured or killed A medical emergency or traumatic medical procedure: Consult with a Medical Doctor. A fire,
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3 days ago2 min read
A Mental Struggle is an ongoing inner difficulty involving your thoughts, emotions, beliefs,...
A Mental Struggle is an ongoing inner difficulty involving your thoughts, emotions, beliefs, or ability to cope with a situation. It can feel like being in conflict with your own mind. Examples of mental struggles Overthinking: Your mind keeps analyzing the same problems. Anxiety: Constant worry, fear, or anticipation of something going wrong. Self-doubt: Questioning your abilities, decisions, or worth. Inner conflict: Wanting two opposing things at the same time. Grief or lo
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3 days ago1 min read
A Racing Mind is when thoughts seem to move rapidly, jump from topic to topic,...
"Please, speak with a qualified mental health professional promptly" A racing mind is when thoughts seem to move rapidly, jump from topic to topic, repeat worries, or make it difficult to focus, relax, or fall asleep. It may happen during stress, anxiety, excitement, sleep deprivation, excessive caffeine, and sometimes certain mental health conditions. Things that may help in the moment 1. Stop trying to force your mind to be blank. Trying to not think often makes thoughts lo
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3 days ago2 min read
Mental Rehabilitation (MR), sometimes called: psychiatric rehabilitation or psychosocial rehabilitation (PSR):
Mental Rehabilitation, some might call it: psychiatric rehabilitation or psychosocial rehabilitation (PSR), could be a process designed to help people with mental health conditions recover skills, independence, confidence, and quality of life. The focus may not be simply on reducing symptoms. It also asks: “How can this person live as independently, meaningfully, and successfully as possible?” Possible, Key goals of mental rehabilitation Depending on the person's needs, rehab
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3 days ago2 min read
Overcoming Insomnia, The good news is that insomnia could be treatable:
"CONSULT WITH A MEDICAL DOCTOR" Insomnia is difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or getting restorative sleep, even when you have the opportunity to sleep. The good news is that insomnia is often treatable. Practical strategies 1. Keep a consistent wake up time Try to get up at roughly the same time every day, including weekends. A consistent wake time might help you regulate your body clock. 2. Don't force sleep If you've been lying awake for a while, get out of bed an
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4 days ago2 min read
Doing the right thing does not guarantee an immediate reward, but why:
Doing the right thing does not guarantee an immediate reward or protection from hardship because life is not a simple system of instant rewards and punishments. 1. The world operates through many forces Good intentions do not control other people's behavior, accidents, illness, economic conditions, or unexpected circumstances. You may make the right decision and still encounter difficulties. 2. Rewards are not always immediate Some benefits of doing the right thing develop sl
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5 days ago2 min read
Good people may at times feel punished for doing good:
Good people may at times feel punished for doing good because kindness does not control how other people respond. Here are some common reasons: Some people take kindness for weakness. They may exploit a generous person rather than appreciate them. Good deeds may create expectations. Once you help repeatedly, people may begin to expect it, and become upset when you finally say no. Helping may provoke resentment or jealousy. Your integrity, generosity, or success may remind oth
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5 days ago1 min read
ThetaHealing® is a spiritual and alternative healing practice:
Please contact ThetaHealing® for more information: www.thetahealing.com ThetaHealing® is a spiritual and alternative healing practice developed by Vianna Stibal in the 1995. It is based on the idea that a practitioner may enter a theta brainwave state, a deeply relaxed, meditative state, and use intention, visualization, and prayer to help identify and change limiting beliefs or promote emotional and "physical healing: Please, Consult with a Medical Doctor." The possible, bas
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5 days ago2 min read
Emotional Energy may be an informal term for the mental and physical resources,...
Emotional Energy may be an informal term for the mental and physical resources associated with experiencing, processing, regulating, and expressing emotions. It may not be a separate, measurable form of physical energy like electricity or calories. Rather, it describes how emotions may affect your motivation, attention, behavior, and sense of vitality. Emotional energy may feel positive or negative Energizing emotions may include: Joy Love Hope Excitement Inspiration Gratitud
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5 days ago2 min read
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