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The meaning of life is a complex concept that writers should understand for creativity.
Feeling overwhelmed is common in writing careers.
Remembering the limitations of the world can offer comfort.

Feeling safe can be sought amid uncertainty and longing for assurance.
Safety and certainty are desirable concepts but often elusive and transient.
The idea of safety is intertwined with the desire for certainty, even though both are inherently fleeting.

Being a writer can have moments of self-doubt and feeling like a disaster, especially when facing a project that seems to have gone terribly wrong.
Writers can be extremely hard on themselves, often internalizing problems with their work as personal failings.
Despite the challenges and self-doubt, subscribing to platforms like Development Hell can provide insights and support in navigating screenwriting catastrophes.

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Ambiguous loss occurs when someone loses connection with a loved one in a way that feels unclear and lacks resolution.
Ambiguous loss can happen when a person is physically absent or present but psychologically unavailable.
To cope with ambiguous loss, it's helpful to acknowledge it, use 'both-and thinking,' and focus on what you can control.

Workplace anxiety is on the rise due to the uncertain nature of modern work.
Worry stems from fear, which can be rational or irrational, and can have positive effects like motivating us.
Managing worry involves auditing your work relationship, embracing uncertainty, and diversifying to reduce fragility.

Therapy is beneficial for a wide range of issues like anxiety, depression, substance use, and grief, not just for those in crisis. It's like exercising for mental health.
While friends and family provide support, therapy offers unbiased professional help and a dedicated space for self-growth without straining personal relationships.
Therapy doesn't aim to solve external problems but to build resilience in handling difficulties. It's important to invest emotionally and be open to change for therapy to be effective.