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What are the four types of emotionally immature parents? What impacts do these parents have on children? According to Lindsey Gibson in her book Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents, there are four types of neglectful parents to look out for. These parents are either emotionally chaotic, relentlessly goal-focused, hands-off, or aggressively disinterested. Read below to learn about the four types of emotionally immature parents.
What role does mindset play in acquiring wealth? How can you overcome your self-sabotaging beliefs about money? According to MJ DeMarco, the state of your finances is determined by the mindset you hold about money. According to him, beliefs about money tend to fall into one of three financial mindsets—consumer, employee, and entrepreneurial. Let’s explore each of DeMarco’s three mindsets in detail.
Why and how should you stop labeling yourself? How can self-labeling be damaging? Steven Bartlett founded the successful internet company Social Chain at age 21 and was by all objective accounts “living the dream.” But when wealth and fame didn’t bring him happiness, he wrote Happy Sexy Millionaire to warn against chasing false idols. Read on to learn how to stop labeling yourself and live a label-free lifestyle, according to Bartlett.
Did you have an emotionally neglectful childhood? How does finding your true self heal childhood wounds? In Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents, Lindsey Gibson says the first step toward healing is connecting with your authentic self. This is because emotionally immature parents prevent their children the ability to express a full range of emotions. Keep reading to learn how to find your true self and connect with your feelings.
How does culture influence who you are? How does it impact your goals and your behaviors? Sometimes your environment can make it hard for you to be yourself. Culture places certain expectations on people, and it can be difficult to stay true to what you really want and who you really are. Keep reading to understand how it can be easy to lose yourself amid cultural pressures.
Is your mind overwhelmed by negativity? What can you do to combat the tendency to think in negative terms? The human brain is wired for negativity because it aids survival. However, you have the power to consciously override the negativity bias and train yourself to maintain a positive outlook. With this in mind, here’s how to stop negative self-talk or, at least, not take it seriously.
What makes you anxious? What are you avoiding? What do you hate to even think about? Martha Beck argues that, if you’re not happy, it’s because you’re out of alignment with your true self. To get in alignment, you must discard false beliefs. One way to do this is to move inward toward your brain’s zones of denial. These are the things that make you anxious. Keep reading to learn about these “forbidden zones” and see why peace is on the other side.
What does your inner voice tell you? Should you listen to it? That little voice in your head, Mo Gawdat says, might be getting between you and happiness. If you think your inner voice is equivalent to you, suffering will be your companion. But, you can free yourself from this misconception and find more joy. Continue reading to learn how to listen to your inner voice and respond to it appropriately.
Are you still trying to find your soulmate? Do you believe that everyone has a soulmate—a person they’re destined to be with? The idea that everyone has a soulmate may feel attractive and reassuring to some people. However, trying to find your soulmate isn’t the most optimal dating strategy. Here’s why the idea of a soulmate is problematic.
Are your parents overstepping some lines? Do you need to set boundaries with your parents? Setting boundaries with parents can be frightening, but sometimes it’s necessary for your own happiness. In Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents, Lindsey Gibson advises how to reframe your relationship with your parents so that you can thrive. Let’s look at the key to setting boundaries with parents.