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What is the King archetype? How does it explain the nature of the masculine psyche? The King archetype is a way to think about the rational mind, especially in masculine people. Your internal King can be healthy or unhealthy depending on how you develop it. Read on to learn more about this archetype and how you can apply it to your understanding of yourself.
What does body language say about a person? What are the different types of nonverbal cues? There are specific ways a person’s behavior may indicate their inner mind. Patrick King examines how this happens through nonverbal communication, which is what we say using our bodies, not our bodies. Continue reading to learn how to read people’s body language.
How do social connections contribute to your happiness in both good times and bad? How can you strengthen the link between relationships and joy? In The How of Happiness, psychology professor Sonja Lyubomirsky says that social connections play an important role in your happiness. Strong relationships provide you with happy moments to share and a support system for when things get tough. Read more to understand the importance of social connections when it comes to lasting happiness in life.
What’s true belonging? What traits are necessary to exhibit true belonging? According to Brené Brown, true belonging is the ability to express yourself honestly. It embraces the idea that being true to yourself supersedes what anyone else thinks. Keep reading to learn more about this concept.
What is Carl Jung’s Lover archetype, and what does it look like? What are some examples of this part of the psyche? Examples of the Lover archetype include seeking a sense of purpose, being fueled by emotion, and in imbalanced cases, hedonism. Like all parts of the psyche, balance is key to healthy expression. See what the Lover looks like in action in healthy and unhealthy examples.
What happens when you force an opinion on other people? Does everyone have to agree on the same thing in a group? Brené Brown says that the instinct to find like-minded people becomes counterproductive when everyone must agree on everything. This type of thinking leads to unnecessary policing and self-monitoring to make sure no one’s stepping out of alignment with the group. Continue reading to further learn why forcing opinions on others hurts friend groups.
Do you have a hard time sustaining relationships? What are ways to make long-lasting connections? In Braving the Wilderness, Brené Brown provides advice for finding true belonging, which means making friends while also staying true to yourself. She covers four strategies that range from resolving conflicts with curiosity to building trust in yourself and others. Let’s unpack how to connect with other people using her four strategies.
How are shame and abuse linked? Can you learn how to deal with shame? Shame and abuse are tied together because victims of abuse often feel shame which contributes to the belief that they deserve the abuse. When someone feels this way and feels they deserve the abuse, it becomes much harder for them to leave the situation. Learn more about where shame originates and how to deal with it.
Are you struggling with loss? Do you feel trapped in pain and wonder whether there’s a way out? According to Sadhguru, grief is a gift. In his book Death: An Inside Story, he shares practical advice for people who are still alive but have been impacted by death, explaining how to overcome painful feelings of grief after someone close to you has died. Continue reading to learn Sadhguru’s view of grief that might cause you to look at death and other losses in a new light.
Why is it hard for victims of abuse to form connections, and how can they recover? How does complex PTSD (CPTSD) influence relationships? Many people struggle with CPTSD, and relationships are hard for those who do. Because abuse has such an effect on relationships, it takes time and effort for survivors to learn to form healthy friendships. Read on for more on how trauma survivors can heal and develop healthy connections with new people.